[Australia]: Department of Education

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Headquarters​

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50 Marcus Clarke Street, Canberra City, Australian Capital Territory​

Ministers​

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Minister for Education	The Honourable Simon Crean, MP
Minister for Early Childhood Education	The Honourable Senator Kate Lundy
Minister for Skills and Training	The Honourable Brendan O'Connor, MP
Secretary of the Department of Education	Lisa Paul, AO, PSM

Australian National University

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Motto:	Naturam Primum Cognoscere Rerum ("First to learn the nature of things")
Established:	1946
Academic Affiliation:	Group of Eight
Chancellor:	The Honourable Gareth Evans, AC, QC
Vice-Chancellor:	Professor Ian Chubb, AC, FAA
Academic Staff:	4,500
Undergraduates:	10,000
Postgraduates:	7,000

Location​

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Main Campus, Acton, Australian Capital Territory​

Overview​

The Australian National University (ANU) is a public research university and member of the Group of Eight, located in Canberra, the capital of Australia. Its main campus in Acton encompasses seven teaching and research colleges, in addition to several national academies and institutes. Established in 1946, ANU is the only university to have been created by the Parliament of Australia. It traces its origins to Canberra University College, which was established in 1929 and was integrated into ANU in 1960. ANU counts six Nobel laureates and 49 Rhodes scholars among its faculty and alumni. The university has educated one former prime minister, and more than a dozen current heads of government departments of Australia. The latest releases of ANU's scholarly publications are held through ANU Press online. The entry requirements of many programmes are selective with high ATAR scores requirements.

Social Research Centre

Overview​

The Social Research Centre (SRC), an ANU Enterprise Pty Ltd business, provides the Australian social science research community with access to world-class survey research services and a full range of survey design, data management, analytical and qualitative skills. The mission of the Social Research Centre is to undertake research that informs decision-making and advances our understanding of Australian society. The establishment of AusCen and the commercial alignment between the Australian National University and the Social Research Centre creates capacity to advance research methods and fills a substantial gap in Australia’s social research infrastructure. The Social Research Centre provides services to a range of clients, from within the ANU, other universities, and the government, not-for-profit and private sectors.

Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority

Overview​

The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) is the independent statutory authority responsible for the development of a national curriculum, a national assessment program, and a national data collection and reporting program that supports learning for Australian students. ACARA's work is carried out in collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders, including teachers, principals, governments, State and Territory education authorities, professional education associations, community groups and the general public. The authority is also responsible for the My School website and NAPLAN testing.

Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership

Overview​

The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership's (AITSL) mission is to promote excellence so that teachers and school leaders have the maximum impact on student learning in all Australian schools. AITSL's areas of focus are on initial teacher education, school leadership for more autonomous schools and on supporting practicing teachers. Accordingly, AITSL develops policies and resources, pursues partnerships to embed its work undertakes research on what works best so that student learning is maximised. In brief, AITSL defines and maintains national standards for teachers and principals, leads and influences improvement in teaching and school leadership and supports and recognises high quality professional practice. AITSL is also the designated assessing authority for people migrating to Australia as teachers. The Commonwealth of Australia, as represented by the Minister for Education, is the sole member of the company. AITSL operates under its own constitution, with an independent board of directors.

Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency

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Overview​

The Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) is Australia's independent national quality assurance and regulatory agency for higher education. The agency's purpose is to protect student interests and the reputation of Australia's higher education sector through a proportionate, risk-reflective approach to quality assurance that supports diversity, innovation and excellence. All organisations that offer higher education qualifications (diploma or above) in or from Australia must be registered by TEQSA. Higher education providers that have not been granted self-accrediting authority must also have their courses of study accredited by the agency. Australian universities have self-accrediting authority and are not required to have their courses accredited by TEQSA. The Australian higher education sector includes public and private universities, Australian branches of overseas universities, TAFEs, government agencies, professional bodies, faith-based colleges and other independent for-profit and not-for-profit providers. The Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act calls the agency to: Register regulated entities as higher education providers and accredit their courses of study Assess the compliance of registered higher education providers with the Higher Education Standards Framework Provide advice and make recommendations to the Commonwealth Minister responsible for Education on matters relating to the quality and regulation of higher education providers Cooperate with similar agencies in other countries Collect, analyse, interpret and disseminate information relating to higher education providers, higher education awards, quality assurance practice and quality improvement in higher education

National Register (added in-game only)​

Provider:	Category:	Status:	Self-Accrediting Authority:	Conditions:	Provider Trading Name:
	Australian University Institute of Higher Education University College

Australian Research Council

Overview​

The Australian Research Council (ARC) is a Commonwealth entity established as an independent body under the Australian Research Council Act 2001, reporting to the Minister for Education. The ARC's purpose is to help shape Australian research for the nation's economic, social, environmental and cultural benefit by: Enabling research Evaluating the excellence, impact and depth of Australian research Providing advice and research grants services Supporting research integrity and promoting ethical research Management of research integrity in Australia is a shared responsibility that involves the ARC, the National Health and Medical Research Council and a range of other institutions and entities. There is no single Commonwealth agency with regulatory powers for the management or oversight of research integrity in Australia. Responsibility for the various aspects of research integrity is shared among institutions that conduct research, funding agencies, agencies such as Ombudsman Offices in the jurisdictions, Crime and Corruption Commissions in jurisdictions and the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency.

National Competitive Grants Program​

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Australian Competitive Grants Register​

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Laureate Fellowships​

Year:	Awardee:	Fellowship Type:	Area of Research:	Institution:
		Australian Laureate Fellowship Kathleen Fitzpatrick Laureate Fellowship (woman in the humanities) Georgina Sweet Laureate Fellowship (woman in science or technology)

Australian Qualifications Framework

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Overview​

The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) specifies the standards for educational qualifications in Australia. It is administered nationally by the Australian Government's Department of Education, with oversight from the States and Territories, through the Standing Council of Tertiary Education Skills and Employment. While the AQF specifies the standards, education and training organisations are authorised by accrediting authorities to issue a qualification.

Post-School Qualification Levels​

AQF Level	Description summaries	Qualifications	Typical time
Level 1	Graduates at this level will have knowledge and skills for initial work, community involvement and/or further learning.	Certificate I	0.5 to 1 year
Level 2	Graduates at this level will have knowledge and skills for work in a defined context and/or further learning.	Certificate II	0.5 to 1 year
Level 3	Graduates at this level will have theoretical and practical knowledge and skills for work and/or further learning.	Certificate III	1 to 2 years
Level 4	Graduates at this level will have theoretical and practical knowledge and skills for specialised and/or skilled work and/or further learning.	Certificate IV	0.5 to 2 years
Level 5	Graduates at this level will have specialised knowledge and skills for skilled/paraprofessional work and/or further learning.	Diploma	1 to 2 years
Level 6	Graduates at this level will have broad knowledge and skills for paraprofessional/highly skilled work and/or further learning.	Associate degree Advanced diploma	2 years 1.5 to 2 years
Level 7	Graduates at this level will have broad and coherent knowledge and skills for professional work and/or further learning.	Bachelor degree	3 to 4 years
Level 8	Graduates at this level will have advanced knowledge and skills for professional/highly skilled work and/or further learning.	Graduate diploma Graduate certificate Bachelor honours degree	0.5 to 1 year 0.5 to 1 year 1 year
Level 9	Graduates at this level will have specialised knowledge and skills for research, and/or professional practice and/or further learning.	Masters degree (extended) Masters degree (coursework) Masters degree (research)	3 to 4 years 1 to 2 years 1 to 2 years
Level 10	Graduates at this level will have systematic and critical understanding of a complex field of learning and specialised research skills for the advancement of learning and/or for professional practice.	Doctoral degree	3 to 4 years

Senior Secondary Certificate of Education​

State:	Certificate:	Abbreviation:
Australian Capital Territory	Australian Capital Territory Year 12 Certificate	ACTE
New South Wales	Higher School Certificate	HSC
Northern Territory	Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training	NTCET
Queensland	Queensland Certificate of Education	QCE
South Australia	South Australian Certificate of Education	SACE
Tasmania	Tasmanian Certificate of Education	TCE
Victoria	Victorian Certificate of Education	VCE
Victoria	Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning	VCAL
Western Australia	Western Australian Certificate of Education	WACE

Australian Tertiary Education Commission

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Overview​

The Australian Tertiary Education Commission (ATEC) is an independent steward for the higher education system, tasked with creating a better and fairer tertiary education system that delivers for students and on national economic and social objectives. The ATEC focuses on making sure universities do their part to deliver on the Government’s commitment to lift tertiary education attainment to 80% of working aged people by 2050 and raising equity participation and attainment. The ATEC works to make sure that there are enough places at universities to allow more people to be able to access the opportunities that a higher education can deliver. The ATEC works with the sector and across governments to drive a joined-up tertiary system to drive better pathways for students between the vocational education and training and higher education sectors. The ATEC also fosters partnerships with First Nations people and organisations to embed First Nations perspectives in its advice.

Australian Skills Quality Authority

Overview​

The Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) is the national regulator for vocational education and training (VET). ASQA's purpose is to ensure quality education and training so that students, industry, governments and the community can have confidence in the integrity of qualifications issued by training providers. ASQA regulates: training providers that deliver VET qualifications and courses to students in Australia or offer Australian qualifications overseas providers that deliver VET courses to people who are living in Australia on student visas providers that deliver English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) ASQA also accredits VET courses to ensure they meet nationally approved standards, based on industry, enterprise, education, legislative and community needs. To become registered to deliver Vocational Education and Training in Australia or to overseas students, an organisation must meet a range of mandatory requirements, including: Compliance with all components of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) Quality Framework (VQF) Cooperation with ASQA's compliance monitoring activities and directions Payment of fees and charges associated with registration

VET Quality Framework​

The aim of the vocational education and training (VET) Quality Framework is to achieve greater national consistency in: Registering and monitoring RTOs The enforcement of standards in the VET sector The VET Quality Framework comprises the: Standards for NVR Registered Training Organisations: Outcome Standards for NVR Registered Training Organisations: standards to ensure nationally consistent, quality outcomes for learners and employers. Compliance Standards for NVR Registered Training Organisations and Fit and Proper Person Requirements: requirements which all RTOs must comply with, comprised of administrative, binary or process-oriented requirements. Financial Viability Risk Assessment Requirements: which relate to training organisations' ability to meet financial viability requirements Data Provision Requirements: sets out the requirement for providers to supply ASQA with data upon request, and to submit quality indicator data annually Australian Qualifications Framework: the national policy for regulated qualifications in Australian education and training ASQA is also subject to the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Regulations.

National Training System​

The National Training System is the system for vocational education and training (VET) under the VET Quality Framework (VQF), in which employers, the states and territories, and the Commonwealth Government, formalise a curriculum available for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) to teach and assess the competency of students. The Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) sets the standards for the operation of training organisations registered to deliver training services and to issue VET qualifications. Training products include national training packages and accredited courses which outline the qualifications, competencies and assessment criteria for specific areas of training. These two dimensions form the National Skills Framework. The National Quality Council is responsible for overseeing the effective operation of the Framework. Training received and certified under the framework is 'portable' across state boundaries and industries.

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Registered Training Organisations (added in-game only)​

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Code:	Business Name:	Trading Name:	Status:	Initial Registration Date:	ABN:	ACN:	RTO Type:

Education Services Australia

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Overview​

Education Services Australia (ESA) is a national, not-for-profit company owned by all Australian education ministers. The company was established to support delivery of national priorities and initiatives regarding technology for education in the schools, training and Higher Education sectors. It operates as a sustainable education service provider working collaboratively in the interests of all Australian education jurisdictions to provide technology-based services for education, including: The development, sharing and deployment of nationally-owned technical data and assessment systems Digital teaching and learning resources, tools and services Information and communications technology services ESA provides cost-efficient products and services that can be adapted in response to emerging technologies and changing needs of the education and training sector. ESA has a mission to combine education and technology expertise to create and deliver national solutions that further education reform in Australia and contribute to improved student outcomes, enhanced teacher impact and stronger school communities.

Australian-American Fulbright Commission

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Overview​

The Australian-American Fulbright Commission was established when the Fulbright program was established in Australia under the Agreement between the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia and the Government of the United States of America for the Financing of Certain Educational and Cultural Exchange Programmes. The Australian-American Fulbright Commission is governed by a board of directors composed of five Australians, appointed by the Minister for Education under delegated authority of the Australian Prime Minister, and five Americans, appointed by the U.S. Ambassador to Australia. The Prime Minister and the Ambassador serve as joint honorary co-chairs of the commission, while the board of directors elects its chairperson each year from its members. The Fulbright Commission office is based in Canberra and is administered by the commission staff.

Scholarships​

Type:	Description:	Current Opportunities:
Postgraduate Scholarships	Fulbright Postgraduate Scholarships allow current postgraduate students undertaking their Australian PhD to conduct research in the U.S. for 4 months up to 8 month OR supports enrolment in a graduate degree program (dependent on award).
Postdoctoral Scholarships	Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarships allow individuals who have completed their PhD in the past 5 years or who will have their PhD conferral before the proposed date of departure to undertake postdoctoral research in the U.S. for 4–8 months.
Scholar Awards	Fulbright Scholar Awards are for academics (at Associate or Full Professorial level) and mid-career professionals (with an undergraduate qualification and minimum 10 years’ work experience) to undertake research in the United States for 4 months.
Distinguished Chair Scholarships	The Fulbright Distinguished Chair award is for an exceptional individual at Full Professorial level to carry out research in the United States for 5-6 months.

Australian Education Research Organisation

Overview​

The Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) is Australia's independent education evidence body. AERO is a ministerial-owned company governed by a Board. It is jointly funded by the Commonwealth, state and territory governments. AERO conducts research and shares knowledge to promote better educational outcomes for Australian children and young people. AERO’s vision is for Australia to achieve excellence and equity in educational outcomes for all children and young people through effective use of evidence.

Research​

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Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority

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Overview​

The Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) is an independent statutory authority that assists governments in implementing the National Quality Framework (NQF) for early childhood education and care throughout Australia. The authority works with the federal, state and territory government departments to: Implement changes that benefit children birth to 13 years of age and their families Monitor and promote the consistent application of the Education and Care Services National Law across all states and territories Support the early childhood education and care sector to improve quality outcomes for children ACECQA is ultimately responsible to the Education Council, one of eight Standing Councils established under the Council of Australian Governments arrangements.

Office of the Student Identifiers Registrar

Overview​

The Office of the Student Identifiers Registrar is responsible for assigning and verifying individuals' Unique Student Identifiers (USI) and resolving any assignment/verification issues. The Registrar may also collect, use and disclose student identifiers for certain purposes as identified in Section 18(1) and 18(2) of the Student Identifier's Act. The Unique Student Identifier (USI) is a unique educational reference number issued by the Australian Government to all higher education students (including universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges) for the purpose of collecting information about a student's training and study activity, and their movements within the VET and higher education systems in Australia. The Unique Student Identifier is for life and is a requirement for all higher education students studying in Australia to obtain one. Both domestic and international students are included in the scheme, and the USI is independent of a University ID number as it is managed on a nationwide scale. The USI is a randomly generated alphanumeric 9-digit code with an additional check digit. As is the case with many identification numbers, the USI includes a check digit for detecting erroneous numbers.

Tuition Protection Service

Overview​

The Tuition Protection Service (TPS) is an Australian Government initiative which supports international students on student visas and eligible domestic students whose education providers are unable to fully deliver their course of study. The TPS safeguards Australia’s reputation as an education destination by supporting registered education providers to understand and meet their obligations to students, and supporting eligible students whose education providers default. A provider default occurs when an education provider closes, fails to start a course or unit of study, or stops offering a course or unit of study to enrolled students. The functions of the service include: Providing assistance to eligible domestic and international students affected by providers unexpectedly closing or discontinuing courses, by placing the affected students with an alternative provider and/or in an alternative course, or by paying the students a refund Managing the three tuition protection funds Reporting to the Minister on the operations of the TPS and the financial status of the funds Following a provider default, the TPS ensures that these students can either: Complete their studies at another education provider Receive a refund of the tuition fees paid up-front for the affected unit(s) of study Receive a loan re-credit for the loan amount used to pay tuition fees for the affected unit(s) of study

Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students

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Overview​

The Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) is a register formed under the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000. It maintains a list of institutions, and courses, which have been granted permission by states and territories, to educate overseas students. It is a federal framework under the authority of state and territory jurisdiction, and providers must register through these agents to legally educate and train international students. CRICOS, in conjunction with other federal and state/territory bodies and legislation, provides strict guidelines for institutions, accepts and/or declines registrations, monitors registered institutions’ compliance and ensures financial capability and stability.

Register (added in-game only)​

CRICOS Provider No.:	Institution Name:	Institution Trading Name:	Institution Type:	Total Capacity:	Institution Address:	Approved Courses:

Jobs and Skills Australia

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Overview​

Jobs and Skills Australia’s (JSA) central role is to advise government and key partners in the national skills system on Australia’s skills needs and the adequacy of the skills system in meeting those needs. JSA’s main functions are to provide independent advice to the Minister for Skills and Training on Australia’s current and emerging labour market, including workforce needs and priorities, and Australia’s current, emerging, and future skills and training needs and priorities. JSA provides reports on the labour market and workforce skills and training needs, and prioritises to assist with government policy development and program delivery. The work of JSA is achieved through deep engagement and consultation with key stakeholders, including tripartite partnerships between the Australian Government, state and territory governments, unions, industry, and education providers.

Occupation Shortage List​

ANZSCO Code:	Occupation:	Australia (whole):	New South Wales:	Victoria:	Queensland:	Western Australia:	South Australia:	Tasmania:	Australian Capital Territory:	Northern Territory:
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National Centre for Vocational Education Research

Overview​

The National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) is the national professional body responsible for collecting, managing, analysing and communicating research and statistics on the Australian vocational education and training (VET) sector. It was established in 1981 and is owned by the Commonwealth, state and territory ministers responsible for VET, who are usually referred to as 'Members'. NCVER's areas of activity include: Undertaking a strategic program of education and training research, including the collection and analysis of national VET statistics and survey data and the analytical program of the Longitudinal Surveys of Australian Youth (LSAY) Collecting and publishing research findings on VET and directly related research from across the world through the VOCEDplus research database Disseminating the results of integrated research and data analytics Building links with similar international organisations to undertake strategic comparative analyses of mutual interest to benchmark and inform Australian practices Providing a professional research, analysis and evaluation capability across Australia and internationally

Research​

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Skills and Workforce Ministerial Council

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Overview​

The Skills and Workforce Ministerial Council consists of portfolio ministers with responsibility for skills and training in their jurisdiction, including the Commonwealth Minister for Skills and Training as the Chair. It provides a forum for national cooperation and stewardship across the vocational education and training (VET) system and on the intersection of skills and training policy with workforce issues. The Council collaboratively progresses items of national importance within the portfolio to achieve agreed objectives, outcomes and priorities, including those set out in the National Skills Agreement. Skills Ministers’ considerations are informed by data and evidence, and input from partners and experts, including First Nations peoples, key VET bodies and across portfolios.

Trades Recognition Australia

Overview​

Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) is a skills assessment service for people with trade skills gained overseas or in Australia that require a skills assessment for the purpose of migration. TRA determines if a persons qualifications and experience meet Australian standards, primarily for skilled migration purposes. TRA operates various skills assessment programs, such as the Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP) and Job Ready Program (JRP), to confirm that an applicant's trade skills are relevant and appropriate for the Australian labour market and for visa applications.