TEQSA Processes
Understanding the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency regulatory framework for higher education providers.
Initial Provider Registration
New higher education providers must apply to TEQSA for registration. This involves demonstrating compliance with the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) across seven domains including governance, academic quality, and student support.
Course Accreditation
Each course of study leading to a higher education award must be accredited. TEQSA assesses course design, learning outcomes, assessment strategies, staffing, and resources to ensure they meet the required standards.
Re-registration (Every 7 Years)
Registered providers must apply for re-registration before their current registration expires. This comprehensive review assesses ongoing compliance and continuous improvement since initial registration.
Material Change Notifications
Providers must notify TEQSA of any material changes that may affect their ability to meet the Threshold Standards. This includes changes to ownership, governance, delivery locations, or significant operational changes.
Higher Education Standards Framework
The Threshold Standards are organised into seven domains:
How We Help
Gap Analysis
Comprehensive review of your current compliance status against TEQSA requirements, identifying areas that need attention.
Documentation Review
Expert review and enhancement of your policies, procedures, and evidence documentation for TEQSA submissions.
Application Support
End-to-end support throughout the TEQSA application process, from initial submission to responding to assessor queries.
Ongoing Compliance
Continuous support to maintain compliance between registration periods and prepare for re-registration.