Changing student capacity on CRICOS

CRICOS-registered providers are required to ensure that the maximum number of overseas students for a location (student capacity) reflects the appropriateness of the staff, education resources, and facilities for the delivery of courses.

Australia’s Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021 requires all higher education providers to have plans and safeguards in place to protect the interests of students

TEQSA is the regulatory and quality assurance agency for all higher education providers in Australia. We work with the higher education sector and each provider in Australia to ensure that the interests of students are protected, and the quality of education is upheld.

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What is CRICOS?

Relocating or adding a new location

CRICOS-registered providers require approval from TEQSA to add any location to the provider's CRICOS registration, either through relocation or a new location.

Under the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act), TEQSA is the ESOS agency for:

The Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Framework is a body of legislation that provides protection for international students studying in Australia, protects and enhances Australia’s reputation for quality education, and supports the integrity of Australia’s student visa program.

TEQSA wishes to remind providers of the importance of maintaining clear and contemporary academic integrity policies and procedures. Academic integrity is fundamental to the reputation and credibility of Australia’s higher education sector.