Study Local on the West Coast, in Circular Head, and on King Island

Study Local – Learning Without Barriers

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“ Regional University Study Hubs are Australian Government supported learning centres designed to support local students; delivering access to campus-like facilities in regional and remote areas, educational support, technology and, most importantly, a network of fellow students. Our community places great importance on learning and we are excited to partner with education providers and regional industry to offer a variety of course options that will enable learners to continue their education journey and study locally without having to leave their community. ”

The Benefits of Learning Locally

Discover the essential advantages we offer to support your learning journey, right here in Circular Head.

Who We Are

Study Centre Circular Head provides a dedicated, campus-style space in Smithton for university and vocational students to study locally, offering academic support, training opportunities, and strong community connections through the Study Hub West Coast initiative.

Connection to Community

Study Centre Circular Head, provides regional university and vocational students with essential academic support, modern study facilities, and local training opportunities, helping learners stay connected to their community, access vital education pathways, and
succeed in their studies.

Partnerships and Supporting Regional Learners

Study Centre Circular Head partners with education, training and industry providers to advance and support our community.

Types of Education

Study Centre Circular Head welcomes students from any registered Australian university or vocational education provider, offering support and facilities for learners pursuing higher education degrees or nationally recognised vocational qualifications across a wide range of study pathways.

About Us

Supported by the Australian Government through the Department of Education, Regional University Study Hubs help students in regional, rural and remote areas of Australia participate and succeed in tertiary education through the provision of support and facilities. The Regional University Study Hubs Network connects the people working in regional universities study hubs nationwide.

West Coast Heritage Ltd oversees three funded learning centres in the Braddon electorate, with centres located on the West Coast, in Circular Head and on King Island.

Study Centre Blog

Discover student stories, study advice, campus updates, and community insights to help you make the most of your learning journey.

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Please Don’t Fob Us Off !

Dear former and current Study Centre students, if you have either previously not renewed registration, or intend not to renew registration this year, can you please return your key fob.

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LANTITE

Literacy And Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) 2026 test calendar is available on the ACER website. https://teacheredtest.acer.edu.au/register/test-dates

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Note Taking

Unlock your full potential by mastering the art of note-taking. Ever wonder if your notes are actually working for you? This module by Cornell Learning Strategies Center team, led by

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Study Centre on the Move !

Big News from Study Centre Circular Head! We’re excited to announce that Study Centre Circular Head is on the move this June as we prepare for an exciting new chapter!

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Upcoming Events

Stay updated with workshops, study sessions, community learning days, and industry events.

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DV Aware – 2 Hour Workshop

The myth that domestic and family violence is a private matter enables it to occur. Offered at no cost, the 2-Hour DV-aware is open to the general public and is

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Fuel and Fertiliser Disruption Workshop

Join the Dairy Australia Tasmania team for a discussion on the current situation with the fuel and fertiliser disruption. We will be discussing tactics that can be considered to navigate

University Degrees

Pursue accredited undergraduate or postgraduate degrees from leading Australian universities — all while studying locally at the Hub.

University Degrees

Pursue accredited undergraduate or postgraduate degrees from leading Australian universities — all while studying locally at the Hub.

University Degrees

Pursue accredited undergraduate or postgraduate degrees from leading Australian universities — all while studying locally at the Hub.

Student Success

Meet local learners who are achieving their goals. Their stories highlight different study paths, challenges, and successes from across our community.

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Pursue accredited undergraduate or postgraduate degrees from leading Australian universities, all while studying locally at the Hub.

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Pursue accredited undergraduate or postgraduate degrees from leading Australian universities, all while studying locally at the Hub.

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Pursue accredited undergraduate or postgraduate degrees from leading Australian universities,all while studying locally at the Hub.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? Find clear answers about studying locally, using our facilities, and getting the support you need to succeed at the Study Centre.

How do I register to use the Study Centre?

Registration is simple, either visit the Centre or contact our team online or by phone.

The Study Centre is located in 12 Nelson Street, Smithton, Tasmania.

No, our services are completely free.

Yes! This is one reason we are here! We know that university study and vocational study can be very rewarding and bring many benefits. It can be daunting working out what might be the best choices for you. With so much choice, you might not even know where to start.

We will help you discover your options and we offer very practical information to help make decisions and choices. We can support you in many ways if you decide to apply and enrol. We don’t provide careers counselling or other forms of counselling, but we can direct you to services that do.

Yes! We’re here to help with practical advice. We know that uni can be very challenging, but we also know it is helpful to speak to someone face-to-face.