Extension of registration period

Report on extension of University of South Australia's registration

On 28 August 2024, a delegate of TEQSA extended, under section 37A of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of University of South Australia in the category of Australian University, from 28 September 2025 to 31 December 2026.

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.

Renewal of CRICOS registration

Report on renewal of CRICOS registration of UOWC Ltd (formerly ITC Education Ltd)

On 5 September 2024, TEQSA renewed, under section 10E of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act), the CRICOS registration of UOWC Ltd (UOW College Australia) for a period of 7 years until 5 September 2031.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that UOW College Australia complies and will comply with 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 two higher education courses of study offered by Southern Cross Institute (SCI) Pty Ltd

On 06 September 2024, 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 Southern Cross Institute (SCI) Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 06 September 2031:

• Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
• Graduate Diploma of Social Work

Main reasons for the decision

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

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of two higher education courses of study offered by Southern Cross Institute (SCI) Pty Ltd

On 06 September 2024, 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 Southern Cross Institute (SCI) Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 06 September 2031:

• Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
• Graduate Diploma of Social Work

Main reasons for the decision

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

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of two higher education courses of study offered by Southern Cross Institute (SCI) Pty Ltd

On 06 September 2024, 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 Southern Cross Institute (SCI) Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 06 September 2031:

• Master of Information and Communications Technology
• Graduate Diploma of Information and Communications Technology

Main reasons for the decision

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

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of two higher education courses of study offered by Southern Cross Institute (SCI) Pty Ltd

On 06 September 2024, 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 Southern Cross Institute (SCI) Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 06 September 2031:

• Master of Information and Communications Technology
• Graduate Diploma of Information and Communications Technology

Main reasons for the decision

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

Renewal of course accreditation

Report on renewal of accreditation of two higher education courses of study offered by Elite Education Institute Pty Ltd

On 06 September 2024, a delegate of TEQSA renewed, under section 56 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following courses offered by Elite Education Institute Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 06 September 2031:

• Bachelor of Business (formerly Bachelor of Business (Management))
• Diploma of Business.

Main reasons for the decision

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

Renewal of course accreditation

Report on renewal of accreditation of two higher education courses of study offered by Elite Education Institute Pty Ltd

On 06 September 2024, a delegate of TEQSA renewed, under section 56 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following courses offered by Elite Education Institute Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 06 September 2031:

• Bachelor of Business (formerly Bachelor of Business (Management))
• Diploma of Business.

Main reasons for the decision

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

Renewal of course accreditation in teach out mode

Report on renewal of accreditation of two higher education courses of study in teach out mode offered by Elite Education Institute Pty Ltd

On 06 September 2024, a delegate of TEQSA renewed, under section 56 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following courses in teach out mode offered by Elite Education Institute Pty Ltd, for a period of three years until 30 June 2027:

• Bachelor of Business (Professional Accounting)
• Bachelor of Business (Communication and Public Relations)

No new enrolments are permitted in the above course(s).

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it considers it appropriate to permit Elite Education Institute Pty Ltd to teach out the above courses over a period of two years.