IHEA thanks outgoing Minister for Education, the Hon Dan Tehan MP; welcomes the Hon Alan Tudge MP
Peak body emphasises importance of continuing higher education reforms
JobKeeper Extension Welcomed by Independent Providers
Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) welcomes the Prime Minister’s announcement of an extension to the JobKeeper program today, which will provide much-needed support to many of Australia’s 128 independent higher education providers.
Statement on Job-Ready Graduates Reforms
Though not directly affected by the university funding reforms announced by the Education Minister today, independent higher education providers are focussed on career outcomes for their students and creating job-ready graduates at minimal cost to the taxpayer.
IHEA Welcomes Step towards Loan Tax Abolition
Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) welcomes the Australian Parliament’s passage of the Education Legislation Amendment Bill today enacting a temporary exemption for students from the unfair 25% FEE-HELP Loan Fee.
IHEA Welcomes Support for COVIDSafe Corridor to Pilot International Student Travel
Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) welcomes the Prime Minister’s announcement today that the Australian Government is working with the States and Territories to establish pilot programs for international student travel to recommence this year.
IHEA Supports Clear Admissions Guidance for Class of 2020
Independent Higher Education Australia welcomes the COAG Education Council’s agreement to establish nationally consistent messaging about higher education admissions processes for 2021 to ensure that students completing their secondary schooling in 2020 receive clear guidance on the process for transition into tertiary study.
A COVIDSafe Corridor – National Protocols for the Resumption of International Student Travel
IHEA welcomes the National Cabinet’s Roadmap to a COVIDSafe Australia, including consideration of the conditions under which international student travel can recommence.
ICMS awarded TEQSA’s first Undergraduate Certificate accreditations
IHEA has welcomed the news that the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) has approved its first accreditations for the new Undergraduate Certificate, approving applications from IHEA member International College of Management Sydney (ICMS)
IHEA Welcomes Govt Higher Ed Relief
Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) welcomes the Government’s announcement of important policy initiatives for the higher education sector, which will boost education and career opportunities for Australians and provide relief for Australian independent higher education providers in this time of national crisis.
Vale Professor Denise Bradley AC
Independent Higher Education Australia pays tribute to Professor Denise Bradley AC who sadly passed away on Friday last week.
