Threshold Standard amendments and registration applications

In July 2026, the Higher Education Standards Framework Amendment (Threshold Standards) Instrument 2026 introduced amendments related to racism and governance.

All registered higher education providers are expected to meet the new requirements, and prospective providers are expected to demonstrate they will meet the new requirements, within the following timeframes:

Amendments in Schedule 1 (racism)

• All providers to meet the amended standards from 1 January 2027.

Amendments in Schedule 2 (governance)

• Providers that are listed as ‘Table A providers’ in the Higher Education Support Act 2003 and registered in the 'Australian University' category to meet the amended standards from 1 January 2027.
• All other providers to meet the amended standards from 1 July 2027.

With the amended Threshold Standards coming into effect in 2027, TEQSA may ask for evidence of how a provider or prospective provider will comply with these amended standards. Therefore, if you are preparing an application for initial registration or renewal of registration, please ensure you include appropriate evidence.

More information

Contact TEQSA’s Enquiries Management team at providerenquiries@teqsa.gov.au or on 1300 739 585.