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Research on schools helps plan a better future for schools across Australia by reviewing and informing policy. Here you can find publicly available research reports.

Funding is provided to both government and non-government schools.

Schools play a vital role in supporting the wellbeing of students. Student resilience, both emotionally and academically, is essential for young Australians' development.

The newsroom provides news, articles and case studies about the Department.

Information on COVID-19 for students, parents and education providers was detailed on this website during the pandemic.

To support international student and labour market mobility, Australia’s National Information Centre for qualifications recognition in the Australian Government Department of Education engages domestically and globally on qualifications recognitio

The Tuition Protection Service (TPS) may assist students to either continue their studies through another course or different provider, or by being provided a refund or loan re-credit for education and training they paid for but did not receive.

Under the Job-ready Graduates Package (the package) of reforms to higher education, Government university funding of $18 billion in 2020 will grow to $20 billion by 2024.

The Alice Springs (Mparntwe) Education Declaration sets out a vision for a world class education system that encourages and supports every student to be the very best they can be, no matter where they live or what kind of learning challenges they

The National School Resourcing Board provides independent oversight of different parts of the Commonwealth schools funding model.

Well-trained, skilled and knowledgeable teachers are the foundation for a high-quality education system.

On 15 December 2022, Education Ministers agreed on a National Teacher Workforce Action Plan (Action Plan) which sets out a clear pathway to addressing the national issue of teacher workforce shortages.

From 1 January 2021, new higher education students will need a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) and Commonwealth financial assistance (HECS-HELP, FEE-HELP or OS-HELP).

The Department of Education creates a better future for all Australians through education.

The Interstate Student Data Transfer Note and Protocol supports the exchange of student information between schools when children move state.

The Women in STEM Cadetships and Advanced Apprenticeships Program aims to increase access to, and participation of, women in a Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) field.

Regional University Study Hubs help students in regional and remote areas access higher education without having to leave their community. They provide student support and campus-style facilities for students who study online.

The Australian Government is committed to helping higher education students succeed in their studies.