Revocation of registration conditions

Report on revocation of conditions imposed on registration of Polytechnic Institute Australia Pty Ltd

On 30 September 2020 a delegate of TEQSA revoked, under section 32 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), Conditions One, Three and Five imposed on the registration of Polytechnic Institute Australia Pty Ltd (refer public report of 26 February 2019).

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the conditions have been met.

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Technical and Further Education Commission

On 25 September 2020, 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 Technical and Further Education Commission, until 31 December 2021:

• Undergraduate Certificate in Property Valuation

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the course submitted by Technical and Further Education Commission for accreditation meets the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2015.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Elite Education Institute Pty Ltd

On 6 October 2020 a delegate of TEQSA extended, under section 57A of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the Graduate Certificate in Business, offered by Elite Education Institute Pty Ltd, from 20 October 2020 to 20 October 2021.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision in order to reduce the administrative burden of regulation for the provider in response to COVID-19 and its impact on the higher education sector. This decision is 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.

In making this decision, TEQSA also had regard to the conditions currently imposed on the registration Elite Education Institute Pty Ltd.

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of four higher education courses of study offered by Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd

On 5 October 2020, 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 Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd, until 31 December 2021:

• Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting
• Undergraduate Certificate in Business
• Undergraduate Certificate in Business Information
• Undergraduate Certificate in Project Management.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd for accreditation meet the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2015.

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of four higher education courses of study offered by Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd

On 5 October 2020, 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 Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd, until 31 December 2021:

• Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting
• Undergraduate Certificate in Business
• Undergraduate Certificate in Business Information
• Undergraduate Certificate in Project Management.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd for accreditation meet the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2015.

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of four higher education courses of study offered by Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd

On 5 October 2020, 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 Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd, until 31 December 2021:

• Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting
• Undergraduate Certificate in Business
• Undergraduate Certificate in Business Information
• Undergraduate Certificate in Project Management.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd for accreditation meet the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2015.

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of four higher education courses of study offered by Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd

On 5 October 2020, 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 Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd, until 31 December 2021:

• Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting
• Undergraduate Certificate in Business
• Undergraduate Certificate in Business Information
• Undergraduate Certificate in Project Management.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd for accreditation meet the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2015.

Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Christian Heritage College

On 9 October 2020, 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 Christian Heritage College, until 31 December 2021:

• Undergraduate Certificate of Human Services.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the course submitted by Christian Heritage College for accreditation meets the Provider Course Accreditation Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2015.

Renewal of registration

Report on renewal of registration of Victoria University

On 14 October 2020, TEQSA renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of Victoria University in the category of Australian University, for a period of seven years until 14 October 2027.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that Victoria University continues to meet the Provider Registration and Course Accreditation Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2015.

In reaching the decision, TEQSA considered the major academic and organisational transformation that Victoria University has undergone with the VU Way, specifically the roll out of the Block Model. TEQSA acknowledges the considerable work Victoria University has undertaken to implement the new initiative so effectively, and looks forward to the outcomes of the next phase of development, including its external evaluation.

TEQSA found that Victoria University has demonstrated:

1. robust execution of its mission of supporting the west of Melbourne, while serving communities across Australia and overseas
2. strong support for non-traditional students, including comprehensive student progression and retention support, and
3. strong leadership and consultation with all stakeholders throughout the VU Way reform process