Renewal of course accreditation

Report on renewal of accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Chisholm Institute (formerly Chisholm Institute of Technical and Further Education)

On 20 August 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 course offered by Chisholm Institute (formerly Chisholm Institute of Technical and Further Education), for a period of seven years until 20 August 2031:

• Bachelor of Community Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs

Main reasons for the decision

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

Renewal of registration

Report on renewal of registration of Australian Academy of Music and Performing Arts

On 28 August 2024, TEQSA renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of Australian Academy of Music and Performing Arts as an Institute of Higher Education, for a period of 7 years until 28 August 2031.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that Australian Academy of Music and Performing Arts continues to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Extensions of registration and accreditation periods

Report on extensions to the registration and accreditation of a course offered by

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 Kontea Pty Ltd in the category of Higher Education Provider to 31 December 2024
• under section 57A of the TEQSA Act, the accreditation of the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) to 31 December 2024.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made these decisions 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.

Extensions of registration and accreditation periods

Report on extensions to the registration and accreditation of a course offered by

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 Kontea Pty Ltd in the category of Higher Education Provider to 31 December 2024
• under section 57A of the TEQSA Act, the accreditation of the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) to 31 December 2024.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made these decisions 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.

Suspension of ESOS registration

Report on the suspension of the ESOS registration of Kontea Pty Ltd

On 28 August 2024 a delegate of TEQSA suspended the registration of Kontea Pty Ltd under section 83(3)(b) of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act).

• The suspension is effective immediately
• Under section 95 of the ESOS Act Kontea must not:
  • do anything for the purpose of recruiting or enrolling overseas students for any course at any location; or
  • solicit or accept any money from an overseas student or an intending overseas student for any course at any location; or
  • if an accepted student has not begun a course - permit the student to begin any course at any location.
• TEQSA has decided that for the whole period of the suspension that paragraph (b) does not apply to Kontea Pty Ltd in relation to overseas students that have already started their course.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision based on concerns regarding Kontea Pty Ltd.'s financial viability and corporate governance.

In particular, TEQSA is concerned Kontea:

• did not meet its obligations under section 29(3) of the ESOS Act to ensure that, at all times, there is a sufficient amount to repay all tuition fees to every overseas student or intending overseas student
• based on its non-payment of the Registered Higher Education Provider (RHEP) charge imposed by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (Charges) Act 2021, may not meet the registration requirements of the ESOS Act, considering paragraph 11(h) of that Act
• has shown there are issues with its financial viability and governance
• lacks the financial capacity to address the non-compliance
• has not provided credible evidence to show it is currently ableto meet its obligations under section 29(3).

Right of review

The decision to impose a condition on CRICOS registration is a reviewable decision under Part 7A of the ESOS Act. Kontea Pty Ltd may apply to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) for an external review of the decision. Information about making applications to the AAT, including the time limits, contact details and fees payable, is available at http://www.aat.gov.au/applying-for-a-review.

Renewal of course accreditation in teach out mode

Report on renewal of accreditation of three higher education courses of study in teach out mode offered by Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd

On 02 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 Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd, until 29 May 2026:

• Diploma of Business Administration
• Diploma of Information Technology (formerly Diploma of Computing)
• Diploma of Media and Communication (formerly Diploma of Communication)

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 Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd to teach out the above courses over a period of two years.

Renewal of course accreditation in teach out mode

Report on renewal of accreditation of three higher education courses of study in teach out mode offered by Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd

On 02 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 Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd, until 29 May 2026:

• Diploma of Business Administration
• Diploma of Information Technology (formerly Diploma of Computing)
• Diploma of Media and Communication (formerly Diploma of Communication)

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 Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd to teach out the above courses over a period of two years.

Renewal of course accreditation in teach out mode

Report on renewal of accreditation of three higher education courses of study in teach out mode offered by Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd

On 02 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 Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd, until 29 May 2026:

• Diploma of Business Administration
• Diploma of Information Technology (formerly Diploma of Computing)
• Diploma of Media and Communication (formerly Diploma of Communication)

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 Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd to teach out the above courses over a period of two years.

Extension of registration period

Report on extension of SAE Institute Pty Limited'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 SAE Institute Pty Limited in the category of University College, from 06 November 2026 to 06 November 2029.

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.