Self-accrediting authority

Report on authority of The National Institute of Dramatic Arts to self-accredit nominated courses of study

On 24 June 2015, TEQSA authorised, under section 41 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), The National Institute of Dramatic Arts to self-accredit its courses of study at AQF levels 7 to 9 (to Masters degrees (coursework)), in the following fields of study:

• 100103 Drama and Theatre Studies
• 100105 Dance
• 100199 Performing Arts, n.e.c.
• 109999 Creative Arts, n.e.c.

Due to this decision, the following courses previously accredited by TEQSA do not need to be re-accredited by TEQSA. Please visit the provider website for information on the courses it offers.

• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Costume)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Design for Performance)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Properties and Objects)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Staging)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Technical Theatre and Stage Management)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the application for self-accrediting authority of nominated courses of study submitted by The National Institute of Dramatic Arts meets the Criteria for Seeking Authority for Self-Accreditation of Courses of Study of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2015.

Self-accrediting authority

Report on authority of The National Institute of Dramatic Arts to self-accredit nominated courses of study

On 24 June 2015, TEQSA authorised, under section 41 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), The National Institute of Dramatic Arts to self-accredit its courses of study at AQF levels 7 to 9 (to Masters degrees (coursework)), in the following fields of study:

• 100103 Drama and Theatre Studies
• 100105 Dance
• 100199 Performing Arts, n.e.c.
• 109999 Creative Arts, n.e.c.

Due to this decision, the following courses previously accredited by TEQSA do not need to be re-accredited by TEQSA. Please visit the provider website for information on the courses it offers.

• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Costume)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Design for Performance)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Properties and Objects)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Staging)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Technical Theatre and Stage Management)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the application for self-accrediting authority of nominated courses of study submitted by The National Institute of Dramatic Arts meets the Criteria for Seeking Authority for Self-Accreditation of Courses of Study of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2015.

Self-accrediting authority

Report on authority of The National Institute of Dramatic Arts to self-accredit nominated courses of study

On 24 June 2015, TEQSA authorised, under section 41 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), The National Institute of Dramatic Arts to self-accredit its courses of study at AQF levels 7 to 9 (to Masters degrees (coursework)), in the following fields of study:

• 100103 Drama and Theatre Studies
• 100105 Dance
• 100199 Performing Arts, n.e.c.
• 109999 Creative Arts, n.e.c.

Due to this decision, the following courses previously accredited by TEQSA do not need to be re-accredited by TEQSA. Please visit the provider website for information on the courses it offers.

• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Costume)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Design for Performance)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Properties and Objects)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Staging)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Technical Theatre and Stage Management)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the application for self-accrediting authority of nominated courses of study submitted by The National Institute of Dramatic Arts meets the Criteria for Seeking Authority for Self-Accreditation of Courses of Study of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2015.

Self-accrediting authority

Report on authority of The National Institute of Dramatic Arts to self-accredit nominated courses of study

On 24 June 2015, TEQSA authorised, under section 41 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), The National Institute of Dramatic Arts to self-accredit its courses of study at AQF levels 7 to 9 (to Masters degrees (coursework)), in the following fields of study:

• 100103 Drama and Theatre Studies
• 100105 Dance
• 100199 Performing Arts, n.e.c.
• 109999 Creative Arts, n.e.c.

Due to this decision, the following courses previously accredited by TEQSA do not need to be re-accredited by TEQSA. Please visit the provider website for information on the courses it offers.

• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Costume)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Design for Performance)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Properties and Objects)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Staging)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Technical Theatre and Stage Management)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the application for self-accrediting authority of nominated courses of study submitted by The National Institute of Dramatic Arts meets the Criteria for Seeking Authority for Self-Accreditation of Courses of Study of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2015.

Self-Accrediting Authority

Report on Excelsia College

TEQSA has, under subsection 41(1) of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), authorised Excelsia College to self-accredit courses of study up to Level 9 of the AQF, in the following broad and narrow fields of education.

• Education (ASCED 07)
• Society and Culture (ASCED 09)
• Performing Arts (ASCED 1001)

Main Reasons for Decision

Excelsia College demonstrated to TEQSA that it meets the Threshold Standards, including the criteria for authorising 'self-accrediting authority', in relation to courses of study up to Level 9 of the AQF in the above broad and narrow fields of education. The scope of the assessment included all Australian sites.

Self-Accrediting Authority

Report on Excelsia College

TEQSA has, under subsection 41(1) of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), authorised Excelsia College to self-accredit courses of study up to Level 9 of the AQF, in the following broad and narrow fields of education.

• Education (ASCED 07)
• Society and Culture (ASCED 09)
• Performing Arts (ASCED 1001)

Main Reasons for Decision

Excelsia College demonstrated to TEQSA that it meets the Threshold Standards, including the criteria for authorising 'self-accrediting authority', in relation to courses of study up to Level 9 of the AQF in the above broad and narrow fields of education. The scope of the assessment included all Australian sites.

Self-accrediting authority

Report on authority of Top Education Group Limited to self-accredit nominated courses of study

On 9 May 2018, TEQSA authorized, under section 41 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), Top Education Group Ltd to self-accredit its courses of study, in the Broad Field of Education 08 Management and Commerce at Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) levels 5 - 9.

Due to this decision, the following courses previously accredited by TEQSA do not need to be re-accredited by TEQSA. Please visit the provider website for information on the courses it offers.

• Master of Professional Accounting Services (formerly known as Master of Professional Accounting and Business)
• Master of Professional Accounting

TEQSA accreditation expired on 30 June 021.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the application for self-accrediting authority of nominated courses of study submitted by Top Education Group Ltd meets the Criteria for Seeking Authority for Self-Accreditation of Courses of Study of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Self-accrediting authority

Report on authority of Top Education Group Limited to self-accredit nominated courses of study

On 9 May 2018, TEQSA authorized, under section 41 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), Top Education Group Ltd to self-accredit its courses of study, in the Broad Field of Education 08 Management and Commerce at Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) levels 5 - 9.

Due to this decision, the following courses previously accredited by TEQSA do not need to be re-accredited by TEQSA. Please visit the provider website for information on the courses it offers.

• Master of Professional Accounting Services (formerly known as Master of Professional Accounting and Business)
• Master of Professional Accounting

TEQSA accreditation expired on 30 June 021.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the application for self-accrediting authority of nominated courses of study submitted by Top Education Group Ltd meets the Criteria for Seeking Authority for Self-Accreditation of Courses of Study of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Extension of accreditation period

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

On 7 December 2021 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 Engineering from 31 December 2021 to 30 June 2025
• Undergraduate Certificate in Business Essentials from 31 December 2021 to 22 May 2024
• Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Marketing from 31 December 2021 to 22 May 2024
• Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology from 31 December 2021 to 22 May 2024.

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.