Revocation of registration condition

Report on the revocation of condition imposed on registration of Universal Higher Education Pty Ltd.

On 10 October 2022 TEQSA revoked, under section 32 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), Condition 2 imposed on the registration of Universal Higher Education Pty Ltd (refer public report of 6 September 2019).

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the condition has been met.

Extension of registration period

Report on extension of Canberra Institute of Technology's registration

On 12 October 2022, a delegate of TEQSA extended, under section 37A of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of the Canberra Institute of Technology in the category of institute of higher education, from 23 November 2023 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.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Canberra Institute of Technology.

On 12 October 2022, 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 the Canberra Institute of Technology:

• Bachelor of Forensic Science (Crime Scene Examination) from 28 November 2023 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 course accreditation

Report on renewal of accreditation of two higher education courses of study offered by Eastern College Australia Limited (formerly Eastern College Australia Incorporated)

On 14 October 2022, 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 Eastern College Australia Limited (formerly Eastern College Australia Incorporated), for a period of seven years until 14 October 2029:

• Master of Teaching (Primary)
• Master of Teaching (Secondary)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by Eastern College Australia Limited (formerly Eastern College Australia Incorporated) 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 Eastern College Australia Limited (formerly Eastern College Australia Incorporated)

On 14 October 2022, 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 Eastern College Australia Limited (formerly Eastern College Australia Incorporated), for a period of seven years until 14 October 2029:

• Master of Teaching (Primary)
• Master of Teaching (Secondary)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by Eastern College Australia Limited (formerly Eastern College Australia Incorporated) for renewal of accreditation continue to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of three higher education courses of study offered by Alphacrucis University College Ltd.

On 17 October 2022, 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 Alphacrucis University College Ltd:

• Bachelor of Applied Social Science from 30 May 2023 to 30 May 2025.
• Graduate Diploma of Applied Social Science from 30 May 2023 to 30 May 2025.
• Undergraduate Certificate in Community Services from 30 May 2023 to 30 May 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 course accreditation, including an assessment of risks associated with the extension.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of three higher education courses of study offered by Alphacrucis University College Ltd.

On 17 October 2022, 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 Alphacrucis University College Ltd:

• Bachelor of Applied Social Science from 30 May 2023 to 30 May 2025.
• Graduate Diploma of Applied Social Science from 30 May 2023 to 30 May 2025.
• Undergraduate Certificate in Community Services from 30 May 2023 to 30 May 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 course accreditation, including an assessment of risks associated with the extension.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of three higher education courses of study offered by Alphacrucis University College Ltd.

On 17 October 2022, 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 Alphacrucis University College Ltd:

• Bachelor of Applied Social Science from 30 May 2023 to 30 May 2025.
• Graduate Diploma of Applied Social Science from 30 May 2023 to 30 May 2025.
• Undergraduate Certificate in Community Services from 30 May 2023 to 30 May 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 course accreditation, including an assessment of risks associated with the extension.

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

On 10 October 2022, the TEQSA Commission:

• accredited, under section 49 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the following course offered by Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd, for a period of five years until 10 October 2027:
  • Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary).
• imposed, under section 53 of the TEQSA Act, two conditions on the accreditation of the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary).

strong>Condition 1: Staffing

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd (SCEI HE) is not to commence delivery of the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) until such time as TEQSA notifies SCEI HE that TEQSA is satisfied SCEI HE has appointed suitably qualified academic staff to teach and provide academic leadership in the course.

For this to be assessed by TEQSA, SCEI HE must provide TEQSA the CVs of all teaching and academic leadership staff appointed for the course, including details of SCEI HE's assessment of professional equivalency for those who do not meet the requirements of Standard 3.2.3, prior to the commencement of delivery.

Condition 2: Delivery with Other Parties

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd (SCEI HE) is not to commence delivery of the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) until such time as TEQSA notifies SCEI HE that TEQSA is satisfied SCEI HE has obtained professional accreditation from the relevant state bodies and has secured professional placements at primary schools.

For these to be assessed by TEQSA, SCEI HE must provide TEQSA with evidence of professional accreditation and agreements that demonstrate professional placements for students have been secured, prior to the commencement of delivery.

Main reasons for the decision

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

3. Standards 3.2.1, 3.2.2 and 3.2.3 in relation to the adequacy of staffing.
4. Standards 5.4.1 and 3.1.5 in relation to the securing of professional accreditation and primary school professional placements.

TEQSA's decision to impose conditions on the accreditation of the course is a reviewable decision under section 183 of the TEQSA Act.

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.