Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of three higher education courses of study offered by the Victorian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd

On 23 October, a delegate of TEQSA accredited, under section 49 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the following courses offered by the Victorian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 23 October 2030:

• Master of Business Administration
• Graduate Diploma of Business Administration
• Graduate Certificate of Business Administration.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by the Victorian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd for accreditation meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of three higher education courses of study offered by the Victorian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd

On 23 October, a delegate of TEQSA accredited, under section 49 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the following courses offered by the Victorian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 23 October 2030:

• Master of Business Administration
• Graduate Diploma of Business Administration
• Graduate Certificate of Business Administration.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by the Victorian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd for accreditation meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Renewal of CRICOS registration

Report on renewal of CRICOS registration of Flinders University

On 24 October 2023, TEQSA renewed, under section 10E of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act), the CRICOS registration of Flinders University for a period of seven years until 24 October 2030.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that Flinders University continues to meet the requirements of the ESOS Act and the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training 2018 (National Code).

Renewal of CRICOS registration

Report on renewal of CRICOS registration of Charles Sturt University

On 24 October 2023, TEQSA renewed, under section 10E of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act), the CRICOS registration of Charles Sturt University for a period of seven years until 24 October 2030.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that Charles Sturt University continues to meet the requirements of the ESOS Act and the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training 2018 (National Code).

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Australian Campus Management Pty Ltd

On 07 September 2023, a delegate of TEQSA accredited, under section 49 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the following courses offered by Australian Campus Management Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 08 September 2030:

• Master of Business Research

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the course submitted by Australian Campus Management Pty Ltd for accreditation meets the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Course accreditation

Report on extension of accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Whitehouse Institute Pty Ltd

On 25 October 2023, a delegate of TEQSA extended, under section 57A of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following course offered by Leaders Institute Pty Ltd:

• Undergraduate Certificate of Design from

20 February 2024 until 30 June 2025

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision consistent with the principles set out in TEQSA's policy on extensions to the period of provider registration or course accreditation, including an assessment of risks associated with the extension.

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Crown Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd.

On 26 October 2023, TEQSA Commission accredited, under section 49 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the following course offered by Crown Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 11 October 2030:

• Master of Professional Accounting
• Master of Professional Accounting Advanced

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the course submitted by Crown Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd for accreditation meets the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Crown Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd.

On 26 October 2023, TEQSA Commission accredited, under section 49 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the following course offered by Crown Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 11 October 2030:

• Master of Professional Accounting
• Master of Professional Accounting Advanced

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the course submitted by Crown Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd for accreditation meets the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Initial CRICOS registration

Report on initial CRICOS registration of the Southern Academy of Higher Education Pty Ltd (SAHE)

On 30 October 2023, TEQSA:

• Approved, under section 10 of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act), the registration of the Southern Academy of Higher Education Pty Ltd (SAHE)) on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) until 29 March 2028.
• Imposed, under section 10B of the ESOS Act, one condition on the CRICOS registration of the SAHE Higher Education Pty Ltd.

ESOS Condition 1 - Admission, Recruitment, and Support of Overseas Students

1. By 31 December 2024, SAHE must engage a suitably qualified independent expert to undertake a review of SAHE's first year of delivery to overseas students. The expert and terms of reference for this review must be approved by TEQSA. The review should assess the effectiveness of the implementation of SAHE's policies and procedures in ensuring:
   
   1. responsible recruitment of overseas students
   2. its education agents act ethically, honestly and in the best interests of overseas students.
   3. adequate monitoring and support of overseas students
      
      
2. By 31 March 2025, SAHE must provide TEQSA the review report, evidence of consideration of the review report, and any actions in response to the report, by its relevant governing bodies.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision considering the significant risks in the recruitment, admissions and support of overseas students, and the heightened risks for a newly registered provider with no track record of delivery to overseas students. The decision to impose a condition was made on the basis that Southern Academy of Higher Education Pty Ltd (SAHE), may not meet, or continue to meet, all objectives of the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018 in relation to the recruitment, admission and support of overseas students.

Application to withdraw decision.

In accordance with section 10B(1)(b) of the ESOS Act, TEQSA may vary or revoke a condition imposed on the registration of a registered provider at any time. TEQSA will consider any application by a provider for variation or revocation of a condition.