Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of two higher education courses of study offered by Academies Australasia Polytechnic Pty Limited

On 13 September 2023, TEQSA Commission accredited, under section 49 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the following courses offered by Academies Australasia Polytechnic Pty Limited, for a period of five years until 13 September 2028:

• Bachelor of Information Technology
• Master of Information Technology.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by Academies Australasia Polytechnic Pty Limited for accreditation meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Registration

Report on registration of Skyline Higher Education Australia Pty Ltd

On 13 September 2023, TEQSA:

• granted, under section 21 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the application by Skyline Higher Education Australia Pty Ltd (SHEA) for registration in the category of Institute of Higher Education, for a period of five years until 13 September 2028.
• accredited, under section 49 of the TEQSA Act, the following course offered by Skyline Higher Education Australia Pty Ltd, for a period of five years until 13 September 2028:
  • Bachelor of Information Technology

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made these decisions on the basis that it was satisfied that Skyline Higher Education Pty Ltd (SHEA) meets the Provider Registration Standards, and the course meet the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the HES Framework. TEQSA decided that it was appropriate to register SHEA for a period of five years until 13 September 2028, and to accredit SHEA's Bachelor of Information Technology course 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 Skyline Higher Education Australia Pty Ltd

On 13 September 2023, TEQSA:

• granted, under section 21 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the application by Skyline Higher Education Australia Pty Ltd (SHEA) for registration in the category of Institute of Higher Education, for a period of five years until 13 September 2028.
• accredited, under section 49 of the TEQSA Act, the following course offered by Skyline Higher Education Australia Pty Ltd, for a period of five years until 13 September 2028:
  • Bachelor of Information Technology

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made these decisions on the basis that it was satisfied that Skyline Higher Education Pty Ltd (SHEA) meets the Provider Registration Standards, and the course meet the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the HES Framework. TEQSA decided that it was appropriate to register SHEA for a period of five years until 13 September 2028, and to accredit SHEA's Bachelor of Information Technology course 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.

Renewal of registration

Report on renewal of registration of Australian Film, Television and Radio School

On 13 September 2023, TEQSA renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of the Australian Film, Television and Radio School in the category of a University College, for a period of seven years until 13 September 2030.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that Australian Film, Television and Radio School continues to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Initial CRICOS registration

Report on initial CRICOS registration of the SSR Higher Education Pty Ltd

On 2 October 2023, TEQSA:

• Approved, under section 10 of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act), the registration of the SSR Higher Education Pty Ltd (SSR) on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) for a period of 5 years until 2 October 2028.
• Imposed, under section 10B of the ESOS Act, one condition on the CRICOS registration of the SSR Higher Education Pty Ltd.

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

1. By 31 December 2024, SSR must engage a suitably qualified independent expert to undertake a review of SSR'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 SSR'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, SSR 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 SSR Higher Education Pty Ltd (SSR), 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.

Course accreditation

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

On 4 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 in Business from 13 January 2025 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.

Registration

Report on registration of Astra Group Australia Pty Ltd

On 27 September 2023, TEQSA:

• granted, under section 21 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the application by Astra Group Australia Pty Ltd for registration in the category of Institute of Higher Education, for a period of five years until 27 September 2028.
• accredited, under section 49 of the TEQSA Act, the following course offered by Astra Group Australia Pty Ltd, for a period of five years until 27 September 2028:
  • Bachelor of Business

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made these decisions on the basis that it was satisfied that Astra Group Australia Pty Ltd (Astra) meets the Provider Registration Standards, and the course meet the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the HES Framework. TEQSA decided that it was appropriate to register Astra for a period of five years until 27 September 2028, and to accredit Astra's Bachelor of Business course 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 Astra Group Australia Pty Ltd

On 27 September 2023, TEQSA:

• granted, under section 21 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the application by Astra Group Australia Pty Ltd for registration in the category of Institute of Higher Education, for a period of five years until 27 September 2028.
• accredited, under section 49 of the TEQSA Act, the following course offered by Astra Group Australia Pty Ltd, for a period of five years until 27 September 2028:
  • Bachelor of Business

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made these decisions on the basis that it was satisfied that Astra Group Australia Pty Ltd (Astra) meets the Provider Registration Standards, and the course meet the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the HES Framework. TEQSA decided that it was appropriate to register Astra for a period of five years until 27 September 2028, and to accredit Astra's Bachelor of Business course 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.

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of two higher education courses of study offered by LCI Melbourne Pty Ltd

On 12 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 LCI Melbourne Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 12 September 2030:
• Bachelor of Entrepreneurship (Creative Industries)
• Associate Degree in Entrepreneurship (Creative Industries)
• imposed, under section 53 of the TEQSA Act, one condition on the accreditation of the Bachelor of Entrepreneurship (Creative Industries) and Associate Degree in Entrepreneurship (Creative Industries).

Condition 1: Course approval - academic processes

Prior to offering the courses or enrolment of students, LCI must provide to TEQSA:

1. Report to Academic Board with revised course documentation for the accredited courses, including articulation pathways and exit awards. The report must include details of any additional learning resources required for LCI's commencement of course delivery in the new business management field of education.
2. Minutes of the Academic Board meeting reporting consideration and approval of the report recommendations.

LCI must not commence course delivery until TEQSA notifies it that TEQSA is satisfied with LCI's academic processes for course design and approval.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made these decisions in light of risks that the courses submitted by LCI Melbourne Pty Ltd may not meet, or continue to meet, the following provisions of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021:

3. Standard 3.1.1 in relation to the course specifications of the nested courses, including structure, pathways and articulation arrangements.
4. Standard 5.1.2 in relation to LCI's academic governance processes for course design, review and approval.
5. Standard 5.1.3 in relation to the requirements for academic scrutiny of the courses of study for accreditation and for approval of course resourcing in a new field of education.

Application to withdraw conditions

In accordance with section 53 of the TEQSA Act, TEQSA may vary or revoke a condition imposed on the accreditation of a higher education course of study, either on its own initiative, or upon application by the provider for variation or revocation.