Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of 3 higher education courses of study offered by Kaplan Higher Education Pty Ltd

On 25 May 2026, 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 Kaplan Higher Education Pty Ltd from 20 April 2027 to 20 October 2027:

• Master of Financial Planning
• Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning
• Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning

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.

ESOS conditions 24 April 2026

Report of conditions imposed on the CRICOS registration of Melbourne Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd (MIHE)

On 24 April 2026, TEQSA, under section 10B of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act), imposed two conditions on the CRICOS registration of Melbourne Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd (MIHE):

Condition 1: Overseas student enrolments

The maximum number of overseas higher education students that Melbourne Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd may provide a course to at City campus, Level 4, 259 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000 may not exceed 203.

Condition 2: Independent external audit

1. By 30 September 2026, MIHE must engage a suitably qualified independent expert to undertake a review of MIHE's 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 MIHE'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 2027, MIHE must provide TEQSA evidence of consideration of the review report, and any actions in response to the report, by its relevant governing bodies.

Condition 3: Commencement of delivery at City campus, Level 4, 259 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Melbourne Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd must not commence delivery at the City campus, Level 4, 259 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000 until TEQSA is satisfied that it has a fully executed lease agreement with details of the lease term and option to renew for the location.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision in light of the risks that Melbourne Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd (MIHE) may not meet, or continue to meet, the requirements of Standards 2 and 4 of the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of 3 higher education courses of study offered by Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd

On 26 May 2026, 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 Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd:

• Undergraduate Certificate in Business Essentials from 26 May 2026 to 7 March 2031
• Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Marketing from 26 May 2026 to 7 March 2031
• Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology from 26 May 2026 to 7 March 2031.

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 3 higher education courses of study offered by Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd

On 26 May 2026, 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 Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd:

• Undergraduate Certificate in Business Essentials from 26 May 2026 to 7 March 2031
• Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Marketing from 26 May 2026 to 7 March 2031
• Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology from 26 May 2026 to 7 March 2031.

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 3 higher education courses of study offered by Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd

On 26 May 2026, 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 Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd:

• Undergraduate Certificate in Business Essentials from 26 May 2026 to 7 March 2031
• Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Marketing from 26 May 2026 to 7 March 2031
• Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology from 26 May 2026 to 7 March 2031.

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 registration

Report on renewal of registration of James Cook University

On 13 May 2026, TEQSA

• Renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of James Cook University as an Australian University, for a period of 7 years until 12 May 2033.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that James Cook University continues to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Renewal of registration

Report on renewal of registration of Central Queensland University

On 13 May 2026 TEQSA

• renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of Central Queensland University as an Australian University, for a period of 7 years until 12 May 2033.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that Central Queensland University continues to meet 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 Acknowledge Education Pty Ltd

On 18 July 2024, a delegate of TEQSA accredited, under section 49 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the following course offered by Acknowledge Education Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 18 July 2031:

• Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the course submitted by Acknowledge 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 National Academy of Professional Studies Pty Ltd

On 26 July 2024, a delegate of TEQSA accredited, under section 49 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the following course offered by National Academy of Professional Studies Pty Ltd, for a period of seven (7) years until 26 July 2031:

• Bachelor of Information Technology

Main reasons for the decision

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