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The higher education, research and international education (HERI) Budget Overview 2020-21 summarises the main areas for investment in higher education for financial year 2020-21.

… for our researchers. The National Innovation and Science Agenda will introduce innovation and science from an early age and harness new sources of growth … prepare Australia for the future. … National Innovation and Science Agenda … Research Block Grants Streamlined research …

Australia is an established global leader in world-class research. The Australian Government helps maintain this reputation by ensuring researchers have access to cutting edge research infrastructure.

… support for systemic costs such as research projects not funded through other means  funding for indirect costs … block grant allocations to individual HEPs in 2022 can be found on the  2022 Research Block Grant Allocations  page.  Higher Education Research Data Collection (HERDC)  …

The Australian Government is committed to ensuring young people develop the knowledge, skills and capabilities to be successful in education, work and life. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students are supported in higher education with programs and funding to increase participation and help Close the Gap. Discover what programs and policies are in place, and how they are being implemented.

… Access and Participation programs are available to help Australians who want to attend university, regardless of circumstances, background or location. … Access and … … Regional and remote students On 19 June 2020, a series of measures to provide more opportunities for regional …

… Higher education funding supports better learning and teaching. … Higher Education Funding … Funding provided The majority of funding is administered …

… The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) has 4 different loan schemes that provide financial … support to students.  … Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) …   … The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) has 4 different loan schemes that provide financial …

… to modify course content, teaching materials and delivery methods to better meet the needs of students with …

… rounds. Projects funded through this component can be found on the following pages:  HEPPP 2014 Partnerships projects HEPPP 2013 … National Priorities Pool can be found on the following pages: 2020: National Priorities Pool projects – 2020 2019: …

… Higher Education Publications lists publications, newsletters and reports on Australia's higher education … AC. … Higher Education Publications lists publications, newsletters and reports on Australia's higher education …

The Department of Education, Skills and Employment Analysis and Data Division is responsible for the collection and dissemination of statistics relating to the provision of higher education at all Australian institutions.

… Learning and Teaching … Learning and Teaching …

… Australia's quality and legislative frameworks in higher education enhance and the quality and reputation … … Quality and Legislative Frameworks … Quality regulation in higher education Australia has a strong quality assurance … education and training Includes policy on academic credit, recognition of prior learning and education pathways …

Regional University Centres help students in regional and remote areas access higher education without having to leave their community. They provide student support and campus-style facilities for students who study online.

Higher education policy is subject to regular reviews and consultation with industry. This ensures that policy is being reviewed and improved.

… related to the standards for delivery of higher education in Australia. … The Higher Education Standards Panel (HESP) … The Higher Education Standards Panel (HESP) provides independent advice to the Minister(s) responsible for … committee  at its 16 November 2021 meeting. Academic Credit Recognition In 2018, the former Minister for …

The world-class performance and reputation of Australia’s university system is intrinsically linked to the globally engaged and open nature of our universities.

International forums help promote Australia’s national interests.