Registration

Report on registration of Danford Higher Education Pty Ltd

On 14 December 2022, TEQSA:

• granted, under section 21 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the application by Danford Higher Education Pty Ltd (DHE) for registration in the category of Institute of Higher Education, for a period of five years until 14 December 2027.
• accredited, under section 49 of the TEQSA Act, the following courses for delivery by DHE for a period of five years until 14 December 2027:
  • Bachelor of Business (Digital Marketing)
  • Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
  • Diploma of Business

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made these decisions on the basis that it was satisfied that DHE meets the Provider Registration Standards, and the courses meet the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the HES Framework. TEQSA decided that it was appropriate to register DHE for a period of five years until 14 December 2027, and to accredit DHE's Bachelor of Business (Digital Marketing), Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and Diploma of Business courses for the same period.

The five-year period of registration and accreditation is consistent with the basic principles of regulation and reflects risks associated with an applicant for initial registration intending to offer a higher education course but having no history in the provision of higher education.

Registration

Report on registration of Danford Higher Education Pty Ltd

On 14 December 2022, TEQSA:

• granted, under section 21 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the application by Danford Higher Education Pty Ltd (DHE) for registration in the category of Institute of Higher Education, for a period of five years until 14 December 2027.
• accredited, under section 49 of the TEQSA Act, the following courses for delivery by DHE for a period of five years until 14 December 2027:
  • Bachelor of Business (Digital Marketing)
  • Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
  • Diploma of Business

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made these decisions on the basis that it was satisfied that DHE meets the Provider Registration Standards, and the courses meet the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the HES Framework. TEQSA decided that it was appropriate to register DHE for a period of five years until 14 December 2027, and to accredit DHE's Bachelor of Business (Digital Marketing), Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and Diploma of Business courses for the same period.

The five-year period of registration and accreditation is consistent with the basic principles of regulation and reflects risks associated with an applicant for initial registration intending to offer a higher education course but having no history in the provision of higher education.

Registration

Report on registration of Danford Higher Education Pty Ltd

On 14 December 2022, TEQSA:

• granted, under section 21 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the application by Danford Higher Education Pty Ltd (DHE) for registration in the category of Institute of Higher Education, for a period of five years until 14 December 2027.
• accredited, under section 49 of the TEQSA Act, the following courses for delivery by DHE for a period of five years until 14 December 2027:
  • Bachelor of Business (Digital Marketing)
  • Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
  • Diploma of Business

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made these decisions on the basis that it was satisfied that DHE meets the Provider Registration Standards, and the courses meet the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the HES Framework. TEQSA decided that it was appropriate to register DHE for a period of five years until 14 December 2027, and to accredit DHE's Bachelor of Business (Digital Marketing), Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and Diploma of Business courses for the same period.

The five-year period of registration and accreditation is consistent with the basic principles of regulation and reflects risks associated with an applicant for initial registration intending to offer a higher education course but having no history in the provision of higher education.

Revocation of Conditions

Report on revocation of conditions imposed on registration of Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Academic Excellence Pty. Ltd)

On 14 December 2022, TEQSA:

• Revoked, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), Conditions 2 and 6 imposed on the registration of Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (refer to Public Report of 11 April 2018)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision to revoke the two conditions on the basis Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Academic Excellence Pty. Ltd) has met the requirements of the conditions and that they are no longer required.

Renewal of Registration and
Re-accreditation of Courses

Report on renewal of registration of Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Academic Excellence Pty. Ltd) and renewal of accreditation of three courses of study

On 14 December 2022, TEQSA:

• Renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Academic Excellence Pty. Ltd) in the category of Institute of Higher Education, for a period of 7 years until 14 December 2029.
• Renewed, under section 56 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following courses for a period 7 years until 14 December 2029:
  • Bachelor of Accounting
  • Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Business

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Academic Excellence Pty. Ltd) continues to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

TEQSA found that Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Excellence Pty. Ltd) has demonstrated:

• an ongoing commitment to implementing positive changes to corporate and academic governance.
• the governing bodies are well informed about operations, risks and sustainability through its internal assurance mechanisms.
• a commitment to improving the academic progress of its students.

Renewal of Registration and
Re-accreditation of Courses

Report on renewal of registration of Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Academic Excellence Pty. Ltd) and renewal of accreditation of three courses of study

On 14 December 2022, TEQSA:

• Renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Academic Excellence Pty. Ltd) in the category of Institute of Higher Education, for a period of 7 years until 14 December 2029.
• Renewed, under section 56 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following courses for a period 7 years until 14 December 2029:
  • Bachelor of Accounting
  • Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Business

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Academic Excellence Pty. Ltd) continues to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

TEQSA found that Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Excellence Pty. Ltd) has demonstrated:

• an ongoing commitment to implementing positive changes to corporate and academic governance.
• the governing bodies are well informed about operations, risks and sustainability through its internal assurance mechanisms.
• a commitment to improving the academic progress of its students.

Renewal of Registration and
Re-accreditation of Courses

Report on renewal of registration of Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Academic Excellence Pty. Ltd) and renewal of accreditation of three courses of study

On 14 December 2022, TEQSA:

• Renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Academic Excellence Pty. Ltd) in the category of Institute of Higher Education, for a period of 7 years until 14 December 2029.
• Renewed, under section 56 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following courses for a period 7 years until 14 December 2029:
  • Bachelor of Accounting
  • Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Business

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Academic Excellence Pty. Ltd) continues to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

TEQSA found that Kent Institute Australia Pty Ltd (formerly The Centre of Excellence Pty. Ltd) has demonstrated:

• an ongoing commitment to implementing positive changes to corporate and academic governance.
• the governing bodies are well informed about operations, risks and sustainability through its internal assurance mechanisms.
• a commitment to improving the academic progress of its students.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by TAFE Queensland

On 8 December 2022, 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 TAFE Queensland:

• Undergraduate Certificate in Civil Engineering Fundamentals from 21 August 2024 to 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.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of fourteen higher education courses of study offered by Technical and Further Education Commission

On 8 December 2022, 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 courses offered by Technical and Further Education Commission:

• Undergraduate Certificate in Adult Education (CRS1400752) from 8 November 2023 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Foundations of Early Childhood Education (CRS1400872) from 8 November 2023 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Inclusive Practices (CRS1400841) from 8 November 2023 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Sustainable Practice (CRS1400753) from 22 December 2023 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Property Valuation (CRS1400832) from 23 March 2024 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Commercial and Tax Law (CRS1400837) from 23 March 2024 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Financial Accounting Theory and Audit (CRS1400838) from 23 March 2024 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Business Management (CRS1400840) from 23 March 2024 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Finance and Investment (CRS1400842) from 23 March 2024 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Network Security (CRS1400873) from 24 March 2024 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Network Engineering (CRS1400874) from 24 March 2024 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Supporting Families and First Nations People and Communities (CRS1400876) from 29 March 2024 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Working with Families at Risk (CRS1400877) from 29 March 2024 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Data Engineering (CRS1400836) from 29 May 2024 to 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.