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International forums help promote Australia’s national interests.

The Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) is a non-indexed, means-tested payment to school-leavers from regional or remote areas who need to relocate for full-time, higher-level tertiary education (Certificate IV and above) at an education provider l

PRISMS API Services allow providers to faster, more accurate submission of international student data.

Access and Participation programs are available to help Australians who want to attend university, regardless of circumstances, background or location.

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.

Higher education funding supports better learning and teaching.

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

The Higher Education Participation and Partnerships Program (HEPPP) was discontinued on 1 January 2026.

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

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

Australia's quality and legislative frameworks in higher education enhance and the quality and reputation of our higher education sector.

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

The Higher Education Standards Panel (HESP) is an expert statutory advisory body, established under the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), with responsibility related to the standards for delivery of hig

The Department of Education is working with Australia’s higher education and research sector to counter risks of foreign interference.

Internationally, the department provides policy leadership and coordination across all levels of government for education-related matters.

ESOS legislation makes sure training providers meet nationally consistent standards in education delivery, facilities and services, and provides tuition fee protection for international students.

The Australian Curriculum provides schools, teachers, parents and students a clear understanding of what students should learn. This curriculum applies no matter where a student lives or what school system they're in.

The Australian Education Act 2013 (the Act) outlines how schools receive Commonwealth funding and how to spend the funding appropriately.

The Australian Government is committed to achieving better results for Indigenous Australians and is working with states and territories to ensure mainstream schools policy and programs contribute to improvements in outcomes for all students.