30 Years in Education
Teaching since 1996, with experienced and qualified teachers.
Shafston School of Business
Why Shafston School of Business?
Practical business education for senior students, working adults and employers, from a college that has taught since 1996.
Standards are high, and students receive individual attention in small classes.
Shafston School of Business brings thirty years of Shafston teaching to business and vocational education. Our trainers are experienced business educators, and every course leads to a nationally recognised qualification, from Certificate III to Diploma.
Since commencing programs in 1996, Shafston has welcomed more than 130,000 students from over 100 countries. Our home, Shafston House on the Brisbane River at Kangaroo Point, is one of Brisbane’s most historic buildings.
Whether you want a stronger senior certificate and your own way into university, a qualification for your next job, or new skills for your team, you will not regret choosing Shafston.
1996
Programs began
130,000+
Students welcomed
100+
Countries
3
Campuses
Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney
What makes Shafston different
A Real Campus by the River
Shafston House at Kangaroo Point, Brisbane, with campuses on the Gold Coast and in Sydney.
Experienced Business Educators
Qualified trainers with years of industry experience.
Nationally Recognised
Certificate III to Diploma qualifications from a registered training organisation, RTO 45694.
Multiple Ways to Study
At your school, online at your own pace, on the job, or at City Academy in Brisbane.
Industry Connected
The Shafston Industry Alliance brings employers, entrepreneurs and professionals into the learning.
Job Ready Program
Industry-aligned training that builds practical skills and workforce confidence.
Multicultural Community
More than 130,000 students from over 100 countries have studied with Shafston.
“Choosing the right college is one of the most important decisions you will ever make.”
Shafston was founded in 1996 and has been a provider of international education for thirty years. In 2019 it was recognised as one of the top ten language schools in the world, and today it is one of Australia’s leading providers of VET and Junior ELICOS programs.
Our success comes from nurturing each student’s individual qualities and challenging them to reach high standards, with dedicated teachers and support staff who keep Shafston a safe, happy and caring place to learn.
Peter Yue WeiDirector, Shafston College
Shafston House: more than 175 years of history
A heritage-listed home with a long connection to teaching.
- 1851Shafston House is completed on the Brisbane River at Kangaroo Point.
- 1852Purchased by Henry Stuart Russell.
- 1915Leased to the Creche and Kindergarten Association as a teacher training centre.
- 1918Acquired by the Australian Government to house World War I servicemen.
- 1969Brisbane City Headquarters of the Royal Australian Air Force.
- 1987Added to the Commonwealth Register of the National Estate.
- 1996Shafston College is established.
- 2021Shafston School of Business is established.
- 2026Thirty years of Shafston education.
Our vision and mission
To encourage individual growth and cultural awareness in people from all nations, building understanding and cooperation.
Quality Education
High-quality vocational education and training for students in schools, adults and employers.
Real-World Outcomes
Real-life skills, experience and outcomes for students and staff.
Skills for Industry
Training that helps address skills shortages in Australian industries.
Partnership
Learning enriched through collaboration with schools, employers, the community and business partners.
Welcome to Shafston
Find the course that fits your next step, or talk to our team.