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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.

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.

Higher education funding supports better learning and teaching.

Australia is an established global leader in world-class research, and our research excellence is underpinned by access to excellent national research infrastructure.

A highly skilled research workforce is vital to Australia’s future prosperity.

Acknowledging technology and scientific changes over time, the Government’s approach to strategic long term planning for National Research Infrastructure (NRI) incorporates the development of regular roadmaps (every five years) to refresh the ten-

The Integrated Data Analytics section provides high quality, policy relevant and responsive integrated data analyses to support a broad range of policy areas.

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.

School data and research helps improve education policies and programs across Australia. Find the key national data collections and where to go for more information.

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.

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Parents, families, and carers are a child's first and most important teachers. When families and schools work together children’s learning is enhanced.

As well as recurrent funding for schools, the Austr