IHEA is the peak body representing Independent Higher Education Providers in Australia
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IHEA Submission | Higher Education Standards Panel: Consultation on Amendments to the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021
IHEA Submission | Senate Inquiry into the Universities Accord (Australian Tertiary Education Commission) Bill 2025 and the Universities Accord (Australian Tertiary Education Commission) (Consequential and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2025
IHEA Submission | Joint Standing Committee on Migration Inquiry into the Value of Skilled Migration to Australia
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MEMBERS
IHEA members are high-quality independent providers who are committed to the best educational opportunities for students.
TEQSA accredited
All IHEA members are registered and accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA) – the national regulator of all Australian higher education providers including public universities.
Australian Quality Standards Framework
The Higher Education Standards Framework (HESF) and Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) apply to all higher education courses provided by IHEA members.
Equity, Diversity, Choice
IHEA members are committed to the best educational opportunities for students and best practice in Australian Higher Education.
Best practice education
IHEA members are some of the oldest, and the newest, higher education providers in Australia, offering programs from undergraduate to masters and doctoral studies.
INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS
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Starting or heading back to uni in 2026?
Your safety matters.
From 1 Jan 2026, the National Higher Education Code requires providers to actively prevent and respond to gender based violence.
Need support? Call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit http://1800RESPECT.org.au
Starting or heading back to uni in 2026?
Your safety matters.
From 1 Jan 2026, the National Higher Education Code requires providers to actively prevent and respond to gender based violence.
Need support? Call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit http://1800RESPECT.org.au