2025 WA INTERNATIONAL VET STUDENT OF THE YEAR

The CISWA WA International VET Student of the Year Award is about recognising the significant contribution that international students make to the Western Australian Community.

CISWA acknowledged an international student who demonstrated academic excellence and contributed to enhancing the student experience both at the VET College and within the wider community.

When selecting the recipient, the student’s achievements and contributions during their time as an international student in Australia were taken into consideration, with additional emphasis on activities that promoted interaction with Australian students and the local community.

The accomplishments of the winning student will be showcased through the education sector’s peak bodies, higher education media, and the CISWA website.

Sponsored by the Department of Training and Workforce Development, the awardee was presented with a certificate, a trophy, and $500 in prize money.

This year’s winner of  the WA International VET Student of the Year:

Louise Hill – Central Regional TAFE

Sponsored by Department of Training and Workforce Development (DTWD)

Louise’s nomination stood out for her exceptional academic performance, her natural leadership attributes within the learning environment, and for consistently delivering work of the highest standard. Beyond her studies, she has made a significant contribution to the local community through her active involvement in community environmental organisations, volunteering her time for conservation work and community education. It was her deep passion for the environment, combined with her active involvement in local conservation initiatives and her willingness to share her knowledge with others, that marked her out for this award.

Each student who was nominated in this category brought forward a unique story of achievement and personal growth, and the panel was truly impressed by the passion and professionalism shown across all applications. Selecting just one recipient was not an easy task, as each nominee has made meaningful contributions and represents the strength and diversity of international students within Western Australia’s VET sector.

Congratulations Louise for your success in this category.

Rod Jones, Chairman StudyPerth and Jacquie Johnstone, General Manager TIWA, present Louise with her award. 

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must currently hold a student visa
  • Be enrolled or completed a VET qualification in 2025
  • If an institution or individual is nominating a student, they must be notified of the nomination.

2026 Key Dates

  • Applications open: September
  • Applications close: November
  • Judging completed/Winners advised: late November
  • Awards event: December (evening) at the StudyPerth AGM and End of Year Event

Selection Criteria

Selection Criteria Information

Self-nominating:

In 500 words or less provide a summary that addresses the below Selection Criteria:

  • Your contributions and achievements
  • Benefits to other students and/or the community of the student’s activities
  • All community and volunteer work undertaken

Nominated by a referee:

In 500 words or less provide a summary that addresses the below Selection Criteria:

  • The student’s contributions and achievements
  • Benefits to other students and/or the community of the student’s activities
  • Community and volunteer work undertaken

This award is proudly sponsored by