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Share your views on the scope, outcomes and benefits of a National Skills Passport.

The National Student Ombudsman is now able to receive and investigate complaints from higher education students about the actions of their higher education provider.

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

The Anti-Bullying Rapid Review (the Review) was announced on 16 February 2025.

The Higher Education Gender-based Violence Regulator holds higher education providers accountable for compliance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (National Code).

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.

On the 18 December 2025, the Prime Minister, the Honourable Anthony Albanese MP, announced the establishment of a 12-month Antisemitism Education Taskforce, to be chaired by David Gonski AC.

Higher education funding supports better learning and teaching.

On the 18 July 2026, the Prime Minister, the Honourable Anthony Albanese MP, announced the establishment of a 12-month Islamophobia Education Taskforce. 

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