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Quality education

In Australia, education and training programs and providers are closely regulated to ensure that the highest standards of quality are maintained.

Queensland providers are committed to delivering quality education and training experiences for international students and adhere to a range of legislative and other frameworks and standards.

Australian Qualifications Framework

The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is a unified system of national qualifications in schools, vocational education and training providers and the higher education sector (mainly universities). This national system was established by the Australian government to link all courses and qualifications and to provide learning pathways for students. The high quality of education and training in Queensland is recognised by employers, governments and other education systems globally and is evident in the quality and reputation of our graduates. For more information visit the AQF website. (external site)

Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000

The Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000, is the legal framework governing the responsibility of Australian education institutions towards overseas students. For more information visit the ESOS website. (external website)

Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students

All Australian institutions wishing to offer programs to international students on student visas must be registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). They must also have the courses listed on CRICOS. For more information visit the CRICOS website. (external site)

English Australia

English Australia (EA) is the national association for accredited public and private English language colleges in Australia and promotes quality English language training. Visit the EA website for more information (external website).

NEAS Australia

The National ELT Accreditation Scheme (NEAS Australia) is Australia’s national accreditation scheme for English Language Teaching centres. Visit the NEAS Australia website for more information. (external site)

University English Language Centres Australia

University English Language Centres Australia (UECA) is a network of 30 Australian universities offering English Australia Language courses for overseas students, ELICOS, and IELTS preparation. Visit the UECA website for more information. (external website)

Course finder

The course finder appears on the right-hand side of every page. You can use the course finder to search for courses and institutions in Queensland.

Last updated 19 October 2007