Archived News

Archived News

Last updated 21 February 2022
Last updated 21 February 2022

Archived News items by year.

2023

26 October 2023

New mode of delivery for online learning

Provider-based: asynchronous is a new mode of delivery (mode) for online and distance learning that will come into effect from 2025.


25 October 2023

Showcasing different approaches to learner success

The University of Auckland, University of Waikato, Massey University, University of Canterbury, and private training establishment (PTE) the Solomon Group talk about organisational changes they are making to deliver better outcomes for their learners.


29 September 2023

PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026 – Consultation open on Panel-Specific Guidelines

Consultation is now open on the draft Panel-Specific Guidelines for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation 2026.


14 September 2023

Register to live stream Tūwhitia! Tauira Success Symposium

Seats allocated for Tūwhitia! Tauira Success are now full, but for those who would still like to be involved, a live stream link will be made available.


5 September 2023

Partnerships are vital to improving learner success

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, Waihanga Ara Rau, learners from Lincoln University, and Manurewa High School talk about what they have learned through the partnerships they have with their communities to understand and deliver better outcomes for their learners.


30 August 2023

The Minister of Education has approved the 2024 funding determinations, Fees Free and Tūwhitia delegations and fee regulation settings

In July 2023, the Ministry of Education consulted with the sector on the funding determinations (also known as the funding mechanisms) and fee regulation settings for 2024.


28 August 2023

New careers strategy supported by communities, careers workforce and government agencies

A great milestone was achieved today with the release of the National Careers Systems Strategy.


23 August 2023

Sector insights on using data and technology to improve learner success

Massey University and the University of Canterbury talk about their experiences and what they learned from using data and technology to understand and deliver better outcomes for their learners.


23 August 2023

New fund to support learner success

The Government is supporting a new fund to remove barriers and improve opportunities for the most underserved tertiary learners.


18 August 2023

Education and Training Amendment Act 2023

The Education and Training Amendment Act 2023 has been passed by Parliament.


11 August 2023

PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026 – Consultation open on guidelines and audit methodology

Consultation is now open on the draft TEO Guidelines, Assessment Guidelines, and the revised audit methodology.


2 August 2023

PBRF Sector Reference Group – TEC in-principle decisions on reporting the results of Quality Evaluation 2026

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has agreed in principle to recommendations from the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) on reporting the results of Quality Evaluation 2026.


2 August 2023

Information for students on the closure of Wellpark College of Natural Therapies

This page provides information for students on the closure of Wellpark College of Natural Therapies Limited.


30 June 2023

TEC awards National Centre for Tertiary Teaching Excellence Fund to consortium of three TEOs

We have awarded the National Centre for Tertiary Teaching Excellence (NCTTE) Fund to a consortium of three tertiary education organisations (TEOs): Massey University, Te Pūkenga and Te Wānanga o Aotearoa.


28 June 2023

Appointment of Panel Members for PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026

The TEC is pleased to announce the appointment of the initial Panel Members for the Quality Evaluation 2026.


27 June 2023

Additional funding for tertiary education organisations

The Government is providing an additional $128 million to tertiary education providers, for degree level and above courses, over the next two years – $64 million in 2024 and the same in 2025.


19 June 2023

Ministry of Education consultation open to sector in June

The consultation and sector engagement on 11 funding determinations and fee regulation settings is now open and will close on 17 July 2023.


19 June 2023

PBRF Sector Reference Group – TEC in-principle decisions on Technical Matters and recognising the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has agreed in principle to recommendations made by the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) on Technical Matters and recognising the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Quality Evaluation 2026.


7 June 2023

Supplementary Plan Guidance for 2024 is available

Supplementary Plan Guidance (SPG) is now available to support providers in developing their Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2024.


2 June 2023

New apprenticeship code of practice introduced

An amended Code of Good Practice for NZ Apprenticeships is now available, applying to all apprentices, their employers and their tertiary education providers.


30 May 2023

TEC awards $2.3m of strategic funding for VET initiatives

A further $2.3 million in strategic funding has been allocated to 18 private training establishments (PTEs) for 20 vocational education and training (VET) initiatives.


16 May 2023

Videos show how businesses are benefiting from new vocational education system

TEC has created four short videos to help businesses understand how they and their industries can benefit as the reformed vocational education and training (VET) system gains momentum.


8 May 2023

Applications for Private Training Establishment Strategic Fund are now open

Applications for the Private Training Establishment (PTE) Strategic Fund are now open and will close on Friday 7 July 2023 to align with the Investment Round timeline. PTEs that are eligible for funding under the UFS are eligible to apply.


5 May 2023

PBRF Sector Reference Group – Consultation open on reporting on the results of Quality Evaluation 2026

The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on options for reporting on the results of Quality Evaluation 2026.


27 March 2023

Appointment of Panel Co-Chairs to the PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026

The TEC is pleased to announce the appointment of the Panel Co-Chairs for the Quality Evaluation 2026.


24 March 2023

PBRF Sector Reference Group – Consultation now open on responding to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic

The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on options for responding to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Quality Evaluation 2026.  


22 March 2023

Targeted consultation open on the definition of ‘online learning’

The Ministry of Education and Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) have begun targeted consultation on a proposed definition for online and distance learning.


13 March 2023

TEC seeks proposals for the National Centre for Tertiary Teaching Excellence

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is inviting proposals from Tertiary Education Organisations (TEOs) to host the National Centre for Tertiary Teaching Excellence (the Centre) from 1 July 2023.


8 March 2023

New tools will empower your organisation to improve learner success

We want all learners to thrive and successfully complete their tertiary education. However, designing and implementing a whole-of-organisation approach to learner success is a significant commitment for tertiary education organisations (TEOs). To support in you in this endeavour, we have released two new tools.


2 March 2023

Appointment of new Co-Moderator to the Moderation Team for PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026

The TEC is pleased to announce the appointment of Emeritus Professor Kathryn McPherson (AUT) as the new Co-Moderator for the Quality Evaluation 2026.


1 March 2023

TEC to consult soon on the definition of ‘online learning’

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) will shortly begin a targeted consultation on a proposed definition of online learning.


1 March 2023

PBRF Sector Reference Group - TEC In-Principle decisions on panel assessment criteria

The TEC has agreed in principle to recommendations made by the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) on changes to panel assessment criteria in the Quality Evaluation 2026. 


28 February 2023

2024 Plan Guidance is now available

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released its Plan Guidance for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) submitting Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2024.


16 February 2023

TEC awards $13 million strategic funding to 61 PTEs for vocational education initiatives

$13 million in strategic funding was allocated to 61 private training establishments (PTEs) for 69 new vocational education and training initiatives and to support innovative new provision for learners.


13 February 2023

Literacy and Numeracy for Adults Assessment Tool – 2023 Guidelines now live

After a small-scale, targeted consultation with providers – testing clarity and key messages – we have published the LNAAT Guidelines for 2023.


2 February 2023

New resource to support care experienced tertiary learners to succeed

We want all learners to receive the support they need to enter and successfully complete their tertiary education, but for some care experienced learners the challenges they face can go unnoticed.


1 February 2023

Update from the Ministry of Education for tertiary education organisations

As you may know, to support the Auckland State of Emergency, on Monday 30 January 2023 the Secretary of Education issued a direction to keep schools, early learning services and tertiary closed for physical instruction.   


1 February 2023

Applications for Te Tahua o Te Reo Kairangi are now open

Te Tahua o Te Reo Kairangi is a new off-Plan fund launched in Budget 2022.

 

2022

22 December 2022

Student Services Fees regulatory change

Earlier this year, the Minister of Education agreed that student services fees will be regulated through funding mechanisms instead of through Ministerial Directive from 2023 onwards.


19 December 2022

PBRF Sector Reference Group – Consultation now open on Technical Matters/detailed EP structure and submission requirements

The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on detailed issues relating to Evidence Portfolio (EP) structure and submission requirements for Quality Evaluation 2026.  


15 December 2022

PBRF Sector Reference Group - TEC In-Principle decisions on Individual Circumstances issues

The TEC has agreed in principle to the recommendations made by the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) on changes to issues relating to Individual Circumstances for Quality Evaluation 2026.


12 December 2022

Timing for the release of Investment Plan Guidance announced

In February 2023, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) will release guidance to tertiary education organisations (TEOs) on what to include in their Investment Plan for 2024.


25 October 2022

Call for nominations: Panel Co-Chairs and initial Panel Members for the PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026

In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation 2026, the TEC is seeking nominations for Panel Co-Chairs and initial Panel Members.


21 October 2022

Consultation begins on disability question asked at enrolment

The Tertiary Education Commission is consulting on proposed changes to the disability information collected at enrolment. We intend to update the disability enrolment question(s) to help identify and support disabled learners entering the tertiary system.


10 October 2022

Support your autistic learners to succeed with new resource

We want all learners to receive the support they need to be successful, and for some autistic people it can be hard braving the world of tertiary education.


6 October 2022

Enable tertiary learners with ADHD to succeed with new resource

We want all learners to receive the support they need to enter and successfully complete their tertiary education, but for some with ADHD it can be a challenging journey.


3 October 2022

The new face of work-based learning

One of the key pillars of the reform of vocational education (RoVE), the transfer of arranging training functions from Transitional Industry Training Organisations (TITOs) to education and training providers, is now complete.


30 September 2022

PBRF Sector Reference Group – Consultation now open on Panels Assessment Criteria

The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on issues relating to the peer review panels assessment criteria for Quality Evaluation 2026.


30 September 2022

Appointment of the Moderation Team for Quality Evaluation 2026

In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation in 2026, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is pleased to announce the appointment of the Moderation Team.


13 September 2022

TITO transitions nearing completion

The four-year structural changes underpinning the RoVE reforms are nearing completion.


13 September 2022

National Careers System Strategy – September 2022 Update

As part of our continuing engagement process, in August the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) invited stakeholders and community representatives to attend one of seven online hui...


8 September 2022

Symposium shows cross-sector commitment to equity

The University of Canterbury’s Tūwhitia! Transforming Tertiary symposium showed a cross-sector commitment to achieving equity for all learners.


12 August 2022

PBRF Sector Reference Group – Revised consultation timeline and consultation now open on Individual Circumstances 2

The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on the second set of Individual Circumstances issues for Quality Evaluation 2026.


5 August 2022

New funding rates for vocational education support learners, incentivise work-based delivery

A significant increase in funding for work-based learning, and funding to better support learners, are features of new vocational education and training (VET) funding rates for 2023 released by the Tertiary Education Commission today.


2 August 2022

Ministry of Education consultation open to sector in August

The consultation and sector engagement covers a range of areas and will close on 31 August 2022.


25 July 2022

Delaying the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation to 2026

The Minister for Education has decided to delay the next PBRF Quality Evaluation by twelve months.


18 July 2022

TEC launches 2023 PTE Strategic Fund

The 2023 PTE Strategic Fund round is open for applications.


7 July 2022

Consultation opens on tertiary fee regulation settings for 2023

The Minister of Education invites submissions on fee regulation settings for tertiary education providers in 2023.


1 July 2022

PBRF Sector Reference Group - Consultation now open on Panels Membership Criteria and Working Methods

The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on Panels membership criteria and working methods for Quality Evaluation 2025.


30 June 2022

Work Connect to end in June

Work Connect, a personalised programme to support new migrants adapt to and successfully gain jobs in the New Zealand job market, will be ending on 30 June 2022.


27 June 2022

TEC Board approves HITO transition

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) Board approved the New Zealand Hair and Beauty Industry Training Organisation Inc.


23 June 2022

Inspire the future for National Volunteer Week

This week is Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu National Volunteer Week, a time to celebrate all the volunteers in Aotearoa New Zealand.


20 June 2022

PBRF Sector Reference Group - TEC In Principle decisions on changes to research definitions and EP design

The TEC has agreed in principle to the recommendations made by the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) on changes to research definitions and EP design for Quality Evaluation 2025.  


15 June 2022

Call for nominations: Moderation team for the PBRF Quality Evaluation 2025

In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation 2025, the TEC is seeking nominations for roles within the Moderation team.


9 June 2022

TEC board member recognised in Queen’s Birthday honours

TEC Commissioner Dr Alastair MacCormick has been made a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (CNZM) in the Queen’s Birthday honours for his services to tertiary education and the community.


9 June 2022

National Careers System Strategy - June 2022 update

The work to refresh the National Careers System Strategy continues to progress well, with big steps taken in the project’s first phase: developing the current state.


8 June 2022

Supplementary Plan Guidance for 2023 is available

Supplementary Plan Guidance (SPG) is now available to support tertiary education organisations (TEOs) in developing their Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2023.


1 June 2022

TEC Board considers further TITO transition plans

Two transitional industry training organisations (TITOs) presented their transition plans to the TEC Board yesterday.


24 May 2022

Manu Kōkiri think piece aspires to greater Māori success

Manu Kōkiri – Māori Success and Tertiary Education: Towards a Comprehensive Vision is a think piece by Taumata Aronui on the future of tertiary education.


9 May 2022

$230m Apprenticeship Boost extension to benefit around 38,000 apprentices

The Apprenticeship Boost has been extended to the end of December 2023.


6 May 2022

PBRF Sector Reference Group - Consultation now open on Individual Researcher Circumstances and Staff Identification

The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on Individual Researcher Circumstances and staff identification settings for Quality Evaluation 2025.


31 March 2022

PBRF Sector Reference Group - Consultation now open on roles and person specifications for the Moderation Team

The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on the roles and person specifications needed for the Moderation Team for Quality Evaluation 2025.


15 March 2022

Investment Briefs for Investment in 2023 have now been released

We have now released the Investment Briefs. These briefs give tertiary education organisations (TEOs) guidance on key areas of focus for TEC.


4 March 2022

PBRF Sector Reference Group - Third consultation open

The third public consultation paper of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is now open for feedback.


1 March 2022

Plan guidance released for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) submitting Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2023

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released its Plan Guidance for TEOs submitting Plans for funding from 1 January 2023.


1 March 2022

Updated Performance-Based Research Fund User Manual now available

The TEC has updated the PBRF User Manual.

28 February 2022

TEC Board approves Primary and Skills TITO transition plans

The TEC Board approved the transition plans of two transitional industry training organisations (TITOs), Primary ITO and The Skills Organisation Incorporated (Skills), at its meeting on 24 February.


8 February 2022

PBRF Sector Reference Group - Second consultation period closes 14 February

The opportunity to provide your feedback on the second public consultation paper of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) closes on 14 February 2022.


2 February 2022

Virtual whakatau welcomes MITO into Te Pūkenga

Te Pūkenga hosted a virtual whakatau on 2 February to formally welcome MITO into its whānau.


2 February 2022

NZ Income Insurance Scheme consultation

Every year, more than 100,000 New Zealanders are made redundant and laid off, or have to stop working because of a health condition or disability.


26 January 2022

Update on new funding system for vocational education

Late last year, Cabinet approved the high-level design of a new single unified funding system (UFS) for vocational education and training.


21 January 2022

Qualification Development Fund

Qualification developers can apply now for Qualification Development Fund funding.


1 January 2022

MITO transitions to Te Pūkenga

MITO New Zealand (MITO) transitioned almost all of its arranging training functions, learners and employees to Te Pūkenga subsidiary Work Based Learning (WBL) on 1 January 2022.

2021

21 December 2021

Partners of New Zealanders to gain domestic tertiary student status for ILN ESOL and ACE

From 1 January 2022, partners of New Zealand citizens or residents, on specific partnership visas, can enrol as domestic tertiary students in courses funded from the Intensive Literacy and Numeracy (ILN) English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Fund or Adult Community Education (ACE) Fund.


20 December 2021

Procurement process begins for Skills Highway

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is looking to outsource the management and delivery of Skills Highway for a period of two years.


14 December 2021

Preparing for Investment in 2023 is now available

Last month we shared the changes under way to when and how TEC releases guidance to TEOs on what to include in their Investment Plans.


10 December 2021

Taumata Aronui reappointments

Brendon Green (Ngāti Hikairo, Waikato Tainui, Ngāpuhi) and Dr Te Ahukaramū Charles Royal (Ngāti Raukawa, Marutūahu and Ngāpuhi) have been reappointed to Taumata Aronui, with Maru Nihoniho MNZM (Te Whānau ā Apanui, Ngāti Porou, Ngāi Tahu) stepping down from the rōpū at the end of her term in December. 


10 December 2021

PBRF Sector Reference Group - Second consultation open

The second public consultation paper of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is now open for feedback.


7 December 2021

New report highlights the success of the Direct Career Service

A 59 year-old worker who wrote her first CV is just one of many examples of the positive impact the Direct Career Service has had.


22 November 2021

ServiceIQ transition plan approved

The Service Skills Institute (trading as ServiceIQ) has had its transition plan approved by the Board of the Tertiary Education Commission.


11 November 2021

Changes to our Investment Plan Guidance

Following feedback from across the sector, we will be releasing our Investment Plan Guidance in February.


28 October 2021

MITO transition plan approved

MITO New Zealand (MITO) has had its transition plan approved by the Board of the Tertiary Education Commission.


6 October 2021

PBRF Sector Reference Group - First consultation paper open

The first public consultation paper of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is now open for feedback.


28 September 2021

Approval process for new Managed Apprenticeships released

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released the approval process for new Managed Apprenticeships.


24 September 2021

HAFL supports Tertiary Education Organisations to provide temporary financial assistance

HAFL supports Tertiary Education Organisations to provide temporary financial assistance for currently enrolled students who are facing hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.


15 September 2021

Appointment of Members of PBRF Sector Reference Group for the Quality Evaluation 2025

In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation in 2025, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is pleased to announce the membership of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG).


8 September 2021

Boosting support for tertiary students affected by COVID-19

Today, the government announced a $20 million boost to the Hardship Fund for Learners, to be paid out to providers.


8 September 2021

Dyslexia-Friendly Quality Mark to help remove barriers to learning

The Dyslexia-Friendly Quality Mark (DFQM) is an initiative to help neurodiverse learners know that an organisation is a safe place for them, where they understand and meet their needs.


2 September 2021

First workforce development council chief executive appointed

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council today announced the appointment of Philip Aldridge as Chief Executive.


1 September 2021

The Minister of Education has confirmed tertiary fee regulation settings for 2022

Following consultation, the Minister of Education has confirmed fee regulation settings for tertiary education providers in 2022.


31 August 2021

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure WDC elects co-chairs

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council has confirmed the election of John Chapman (Tuwharetoa, Whakatohea, Te Whanau Apanui) and Elena Trout as co-chairs of the Council.


20 July 2021

Minister of Education consults on tertiary fee regulation settings for 2022

The Minister of Education Hon Chris Hipkins invites submissions on fee regulation settings for tertiary education providers in 2022.


16 July 2021

New code of practice for pastoral care of tertiary, international students released

Today, the Government released a new code of practice for the pastoral care of tertiary and international learners, to take effect by 1 January 2022, as required under the Education and Training Act 2020.   


15 July 2021

PBRF Sector Reference Group for the Quality Evaluation 2025: call for member nominations

In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation in 2025, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is pleased to announce that we are now inviting nominations for Sector Reference Group (SRG) membership.


7 July 2021

Induction event to kickstart industry leadership in future skills development

A two-day induction event kicks off today for 54 industry leaders and innovators who will play a vital role in ensuring New Zealand’s vocational education system is fit for the needs of today – and tomorrow.


6 July 2021

Appointment of Co-chairs of PBRF Sector Reference Group for the Quality Evaluation 2025

In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation in 2025, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Wiremu Doherty (Tūhoe, Ngāti Awa) and Professor Wendy Larner as Co-chairs of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG).


1 July 2021

Performance-Based Research Fund improvements

Today, the Government announced changes to strengthen and build on the successes of the Performance-Based Research Fund.


11 June 2021

WDC legislation locks in special role for manufacturing, engineering and logistics industry stakeholders

Today, legislation came into effect that gives manufacturing, engineering and logistics industry stakeholders a guaranteed platform for shaping the future of vocational education.


4 June 2021

Release of Supplementary Plan Guidance

We have published the Supplementary Plan Guidance to support tertiary education organisations (TEOs) with added information to develop their new investment Plans for funding from 2022.


31 May 2021

Inspiring the Future launched for all primary and intermediate schools

Education Minister Chris Hipkins launched the Inspiring the Future national programme at Avalon Intermediate, Lower Hutt.


14 May 2021

The Orders in Council for the WDCs

The Reforms of Vocational Education (RoVE) have taken another significant step with the passing and gazetting of the Orders in Council that will lead to the formal establishment of six Workforce Development Councils (WDCs).


30 April 2021

Simplifying New Zealand qualifications and other credentials

Today, the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) is leading formal consultation on proposals to simplify New Zealand qualifications and other credentials, and is seeking feedback.


14 April 2021

Call for expressions of interest: Co-chairs of the PBRF sector reference group for the Quality Evaluation 2025

In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation in 2025, the TEC is seeking expressions of interest for Co-chairs of the sector reference group (SRG).


8 April 2021

Proposed tertiary student wellbeing and safety changes open for consultation

The Ministry of Education is inviting feedback on a package of changes to help improve the wellbeing and safety for all tertiary and international learners.


31 March 2021

Council member Expressions of Interest for Workforce Development Councils now open

We are working to establish six new Workforce Development Councils, which will enable industry to have a greater leadership role in vocational education.


29 March 2021

TEC launches new system to enhance its customer contact service

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) today launched a modern, industry-standard contact centre technology platform to deliver an improved customer experience.


9 March 2021

Lead the future of workforce development for Aotearoa

Be part of the work to establish the industry leading voice in vocational education.


2 March 2021

Top 10 most popular jobs of 2020

The top 10 most searched jobs on careers.govt.nz in 2020 have a strong focus on service roles.


26 February 2021

Investment Toolkit updated with new tools

New and updated information, products and templates have been added to the Investment Toolkit for the upcoming Investment Round for 2022 funding.


19 February 2021

Change of Chair for the Service Industries Interim Establishment Board

The Reform of Vocational Education Programme (RoVE) has announced that Alastair Carruthers has stepped down from his role as the Chair of the Services interim Establishment Board (iEB) effective from the 10 February 2021...


12 February 2021

Introducing TEC Pūrongo-ā-tau – Annual Report for year end 30 June 2020

Our Pῡrongo-ā-tau – Annual Report is a review of our financial and non-financial performance against our strategic intentions and priorities for the year ended 30 June 2020.


4 February 2021

Knowing your learners better leads to learner success

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released Analysing Student Data: Ōritetanga Learner Analytics Ethics Framework to support tertiary education organisations (TEOs) when dealing with data to inform learner success initiatives.


26 January 2021

Programmes under new TTAF target areas announced

The expanded TTAF target areas now include conservation and information technology.


22 January 2021

There’s still time to kōrero mai - have your say

Consultation on the foundation documents that will formally establish Workforce Development Councils (WDCs) as legal entities is closing on Friday 5 February 2021.


20 January 2021

Updated application form for New Zealand Apprenticeships

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has updated the New Zealand Apprenticeship (NZA) application form.

Dr Wayne Ngata receives MNZM

Tertiary Education Commission Board Member Dr Wayne Ngata, has received the Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for service to Māori and education in the 2021 New Year Honours.

2020

18 December 2020

More study areas included in free vocational education

The Government has expanded the target areas of the Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund (TTAF) to include conservation, information technology and additional community support skills.


16 December 2020

Plan guidance released for funding from 2022

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released its Plan Guidance for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) submitting new Plans for funding from 1 January 2022.

Have your say as part of the formation of industry-led Workforce Development Councils

Consultation opens for feedback on Orders in Council proposals.


14 December 2020

Information for students on closure of L3 Airline Academy

Private training establishment (PTE) L3 Airline Academy has confirmed with the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) that it intends to close its operations on 5 February 2021 due to the effects of COVID-19.


1 December 2020

Applying for exception to fee limit on micro-credentials

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has opened the 2021 micro-credential fee limit exception process and the application form is now available.


20 November 2020

New campaign to raise the profile of Vocational Education and Training announced

Campaign comes as apprentice and trainee numbers jump.


19 November 2020

Interest in apprenticeships increasing as free trades training starts

Being an apprentice and training in trades have become so much more attractive.


6 November 2020

Fees Free eligibility tool now ready

Learners can now check whether or not they are eligible for Fees Free in 2021.


4 November 2020

Approval process for new Managed Apprenticeships released

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released the approval process for new Managed Apprenticeships.


28 October 2020

Qualification Development Fund

Qualification developers can apply now for Qualification Development Fund funding.


27 October 2020

Annual Maximum Fee Movement (AMFM) for 2021

After reviewing the submissions received in consultation, the Minister of Education has determined that from 1 January 2021 the AMFM ...


23 October 2020

Funding guarantee for providers who under-deliver due to COVID-19

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is not recovering some funding from tertiary education providers who under-deliver in 2020 due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.


19 October 2020

New free career advice service available nationwide

An over-the-phone service offering free personalised career guidance from qualified professionals is now available from the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) in partnership with the Career Development Association of New Zealand (CDANZ).


9 October 2020

Research excellence supported with $373m in long term funding

Ten university research programmes have been chosen to share $373.5 million in long term funding as Centres of Research Excellence (CoREs), the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has announced.


6 October 2020

University of Waikato wins award for learner success innovation

The University of Waikato has received a 2020 CAUDIT award in recognition of their use of data sets to improve student success.


22 September 2020

Education Minister confirms tertiary education fee regulation settings for 2021

Following consultation, the Minister of Education has confirmed fee regulation settings for tertiary education providers in 2021.


7 September 2020

Help inspire young people about the world of opportunity

Inspiring the Future provides students with a broader view of career options and future work possibilities. The programme aims to help raise New Zealanders' education level and their skills and aspirations to meet the demands of work now and in the future.


4 September 2020

Applications for ESOL Provision by English language schools

English language schools struggling as a result of the border closure to international students can now apply for funding from the Private Training Establishment (PTE) English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Provision Fund. 


3 September 2020

First CoVES announced

Today the Education Minister Chris Hipkins announced that two successful groups have been confirmed to establish the first two Centres of Vocational Excellence (CoVEs) – a Primary Sector CoVE and a Construction CoVE.


1 September 2020

New resources to support online teaching practice

The webinar video series hosted by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) to enhance online teaching practice and meet the requirements of tertiary learners is now available.


31 August 2020

Fund for PTEs in financial difficulty due to COVID-19 open for application

Private Training Establishments (PTEs) facing difficulties because of the impacts of COVID-19 can now apply for funding from the Private Training Establishment (PTE) Targeted Assistance Fund (TAF).


11 August 2020

GTS Fund will help avert shortage of electricians

The Electrical Training Company (Etco) says the Group Training Scheme (GTS) Fund announced by Government last month will help avert a looming shortage of electricians in the country.

Te Pūkenga (NZIST) head office going to Wintec

Te Pūkenga (NZIST) has announced today that their head office will be located on Wintec’s campus in Hamilton.


10 August 2020

New jobs and training website Connected goes live

The Government has today announced the launch of a new online, phone and onsite service in response to the economic impact of COVID-19, creating a substantial range of initiatives to help businesses and individuals in need.


5 August 2020

WDC design process at halfway point

The Workforce Development Councils (WDCs) design process has just reached its halfway mark and so far the results are encouraging.

Financial boost for apprentices and their employers

Beginning this month, apprentices and their employers will start receiving much needed support through the Apprenticeship Boost Scheme. 


30 July 2020

Minister of Education consults on tertiary fee regulation settings for 2021

The Minister of Education invites submissions on fee regulation settings for tertiary education providers in 2021. 


27 July 2020

International education recovery plan announced

The Minister of Education Hon Chris Hipkins has announced a long-term recovery plan for the international education sector. 


21 July 2020

New Pacific Education Action Plan released

A new Action Plan for Pacific Education 2020-2030 will ensure Pacific learners and their families are safe, valued, and equipped to achieve their education aspirations.

Refreshed Ka Hikitia and Tau Mai Te Reo strategies released

Ka Hikitia is the Māori Education Strategy, and Tau Mai Te Reo is the Māori Language in Education Strategy. 


13 July 2020

Funding support of $25 million for tertiary student wellbeing

The Government has announced $25 million in new funding to expand front line mental health and wellbeing services for tertiary students.


30 June 2020

Release of Supplementary Plan Guidance

We have published the Supplementary Plan Guidance to support tertiary education organisations (TEOs) with added information to develop their new investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2021.

Introducing the TEC Statement of Performance Expectations 2020/21

We are committed to shaping a dynamic system that delivers lifelong learning and equips learners, communities and employers for success. 

Technology access fund for learners hits the right spot

A tertiary provider has described the Technology Access Fund for Learners (TAFL) as ‘exceedingly helpful’ to keep learners engaged in the wake of the COVID-19 lockdown.


26 June 2020

TEC welcomes guilty verdict against individual who made false representation to access Fees Free

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) welcomed the North Shore District Court’s decision finding an individual guilty of making a false representation to access Fees Free tertiary education.


25 June 2020

TEC selects six boards to form Workforce Development Councils

Following a successful Expression of Interest (EoI) process, with 249 applications, a strong group of interim Establishment Board (iEB) members has been selected and will start work on the formation of all six WDCs.


17 June 2020

New fund to keep apprentices in work

The government has announced a $380.6 million initiative to help keep apprentices in work.


2 June 2020

Information for students on closure of Auckland Hotel and Chefs Training School

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has been informed that the Auckland Hotel and Chefs Training School (AHCTS) has decided to close on 26 June 2020 due to the impacts of COVID-19 on its viability.

Release of initial list of supported training to aid COVID-19 recovery

Education Minister Hon Chris Hipkins has announced the targeted areas in the new Targeted Training and Apprenticeships Fund (TTAF), which supports learners of all ages to undertake vocational education and training without fees.


22 May 2020

TEC and Te Wānanga o Aotearoa renew commitment to partnership

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) have renewed their commitment to work together in a partnership that is based upon Te Tiriti o Waitangi and focused on learners across Aotearoa.


14 May 2020

Workforce Development Councils to play key role in COVID-19 recovery

Today’s Government Budget announcement involves a big step forward for the vocational education and training system, ...

Budget 2020: significant investment in training and education

The first stage of Budget 2020 announced on 14 May allocates significant investment in education.


2 May 2020

Government announces $20 million technology access fund for tertiary learners

Education Minister Hon Chris Hipkins today announced a $20 million fund to help eligible tertiary learners continue their education disrupted by COVID-19.


29 April 2020

Resources to support your move to online teaching

We have gathered resources from New Zealand, Australia and the rest of the world that may be of help to your organisation as you move to online delivery.


17 April 2020

WDC Design Group excited about the future of Vocational Education

The Workforce Development Council Design Group’s first session, held online on Friday 3 April, 2020 ...


2 April 2020

A new era for vocational education

Aotearoa is taking an important step towards a brighter future and a stronger, more sustainable vocational education system ...


1 April 2020

TEC advice to Tertiary Education Organisations

TEC Chief Executive Tim Fowler has written to all TEC-funded Tertiary Education Organisations ...


23 March 2020

Latest: COVID-19 update for tertiary education organisations

Updated Covid 19 information for tertiary education organisations (TEOs).


10 March 2020

Expression of Interest delivers diverse WDC design members

Expressions of Interest (EoI) closed for the Workforce Development Council (WDC) design process on Monday 24 February 2020 ...


28 February 2020

Investment Toolkit updated with new tools

New and updated information, products and templates have been added to the Investment Toolkit for the 2020 Plan round.


21 February 2020

Launch of Drawing the Future research report

We held a national survey for Drawing the Future in October 2019, where students in Years 3-to-8 were asked to draw a job they want to do when they grow up. 


20 February 2020

Third reading of the RoVE Bill marks important milestone

The third reading of the Vocational Education and Training Reform Bill on Wednesday 19 February 2020 is a key milestone for the Reform of Vocational Education (RoVE) ...


12 February 2020

New TEC board chair announced

Jenn Bestwick has been announced as the new TEC board chair.


3 February 2020

Coronavirus information for tertiary students and trainees in New Zealand

For the most up to date information, visit our COVID-19 (coronavirus) information page.


30 January 2020

Preferred name for new national institute revealed

The Institute of Skills and Technology Establishment Board has issued a media release on the preferred name of the new national institute which begins operation on 1 April 2020.

2019

20 December 2019

A week of announcements for the Reform of Vocational Education

This week, Education Minister Chris Hipkins announced further progress on the Reform of Vocational Education (RoVE) ...


9 December 2019

Release of Plan Guidance – for TEOs submitting new Plans for funding from 1 January 2021

The Plan Guidance for the new investment round has been released. 


14 November 2019

Introducing TEC Pūrongo-ā-tau – Annual Report for year end 30 June 2019

Our Pῡrongo-ā-tau – Annual Report is a review of our financial and non-financial performance against our strategic intentions and priorities for the year ended 30 June 2019.


30 October 2019

Eligibility check for Fees Free 2020 now live

Tertiary education organisations (TEOs) can now direct new learners to the Fees Free website to check their eligibility for Fees Free in 2020.


29 October 2019

Food and Fibre hub goes live

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has launched a food and fibre careers hub on its careers.govt.nz website to promote the diversity of career opportunities in our essential food and fibre sectors.

Drawing the Future launched in New Zealand schools

Education Minister Chris Hipkins, along with TEC CE Tim Fowler, launched the Drawing the Future initiative recently at Porirua East School, Wellington.


17 October 2019

My Allocations and Payments goes live

My Allocations and Payments was successfully launched on 14 October, and is now available to use on Ngā Kete.


14 October 2019

Minister announces new pastoral care Code of Practice for tertiary organisations

Following the recent tragedy at a hall of residence at the University of Canterbury, the Minister of Education, Chris Hipkins, has taken urgent action to address pastoral care concerns in the tertiary sector.


26 September 2019

Student accommodation services

In the wake of the recent tragic event at the University of Canterbury, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) wishes to encourage students in accommodation services ...


23 September 2019

Stakeholder engagement on the Reform of Vocational Education

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and the Ministry of Education have launched a large-scale engagement programme to initiate conversations with stakeholders ...

Changes to 2020 Funding Letters

The TEC is making some useful changes to how it provides TEOs with the conditions we attach to funding.

Annual Maximum Fee Movement (AMFM) for 2020

After reviewing the submissions received in consultation, the Minister of Education has determined ...


17 September 2019

New Zealanders asked to shape tertiary education priorities

Education Minister Chris Hipkins is encouraging New Zealanders to have their say on the future of education – from early childhood to tertiary and beyond -

New Ministerial Direction on compulsory student services fees

Following recent consultation, the Minister of Education has issued a new Ministerial Direction on Compulsory Student Services Fees  (CSSFs).


27 August 2019

Update on the Reform of Vocational Education

Since the Reform of Vocational Education, or RoVE, was announced by the Minister of Education Chris Hipkins earlier this month,  there have been a number of announcements relating to the reforms.


26 August 2019

My Allocations and Payments

My Allocations and Payments is a new self-service information product that we will launch on Ngā Kete in October 2019.


22 August 2019

Qualification Development Fund

Qualification developers can apply now for Qualification Development Fund funding.


20 August 2019

Police officer, psychologist, top job searches

There’s a strong theme of supporting and caring for New Zealanders in the latest search data from the Careers.govt.nz website.


1 August 2019

Government announces new vision for vocational education

The Minister has today announced the decision to proceed with the proposals on the Reform of Vocational Education ...


25 July 2019

Centres of Research Excellence (CoREs) next funding round to open

The 2019/20 funding round for Centres of Research Excellence (CoREs) will open soon, the Tertiary Education Commission announced today.


19 July 2019

TEC takes action on false declarations

The Tertiary Education Commission is laying charges under section 292A of the Education Act 1989 against three individuals for making a false representation ...


18 July 2019

Consultation on AMFM rate for 2020

The Minister of Education is proposing an Annual Maximum Fee Movement (AMFM) rate of 2 percent for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) for 2020.


11 July 2019

Education performance indicators published

Every year we publish educational performance indicators (EPIs) for each tertiary education organisation (TEO) we fund.


5 July 2019

Introducing the TEC Statement of Intent and Statement of Performance Expectations

We are committed to making a positive difference to the prosperity and wellbeing of all New Zealanders through tertiary education and careers services. 


25 June 2019

Updates to funds management and payments processes

As part of our commitment to delivering effective and efficient service and support to TEOs, we've made some changes to provide more consistency and accountability to the way we work.


20 June 2019

New appointments to TEC’s Board of Commissioners

Education Minister Chris Hipkins has appointed two new commissioners to the TEC Board, both for three-year terms.


17 June 2019

Three micro-credentials receive funding

Education Minister Chris Hipkins has announced three micro-credentials will receive funding from the Government ...


14 June 2019

New and current ITO training agreements

Chief Executive Tim Fowler has written to all Industry Training Organisations (ITO) to confirm current or new training agreements will be honoured for the duration of the training period ...


12 June 2019

Minister releases results of first year of Fees Free policy

Education Minister Chris Hipkins has announced the results from the first year of the Fees Free policy.


7 June 2019

Construction hub goes live

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has launched a construction hub on its popular careers.govt.nz website to attract more people to the growing sector.


4 June 2019

2020 Indicative Allocations and updates to the Investment Toolkit

Indicative Allocation Letters have been provisioned to tertiary education organisations (TEO) Workspaces today.


31 May 2019

Budget 2019 and tertiary education

Budget 2019 has been announced and holds positive news for tertiary education.


30 May 2019

Budget 2019 at a glance

Budget 2019 has been announced and holds positive news for tertiary education.


20 May 2019

Update on the Reform of Vocational Education (RoVE)

The official consultation period for the Reform of Vocational Education has now closed.


20 May 2019

PBRF: 2018 Quality Evaluation interim results released

On 30 April, we published the interim results of the 2018 Quality Evaluation, a major component of the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF).


9 May 2019

Ministry of Education compulsory student services fees consultation

The Ministry of Education invites students and tertiary providers to have their say and give feedback on a minor update to the compulsory student services fees (CSSF) Ministerial Direction. 


30 April 2019

Research in New Zealand continues to strengthen and enlighten

The Quality Evaluation is one of the country’s biggest research assessments and equates to approximately 55 percent of the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF), totaling over $1 billion for a six-year period.


23 April 2019

Being a police officer still tops the list of job searches into 2019

While a career as a police officer remains at the top of the table for most searched for jobs on careers.govt.nz, other careers have appeared on the ladder this quarter.


5 April 2019

RoVE consultation period comes to an end

The consultation period for the Reform of Vocational Education (RoVE) proposals closed on 5 April 2019.


2 April 2019

Meeting the demands of work, now and in the future

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) commissioned research to help us understand the skills needs, preferences and demands of employers in New Zealand so that we can improve how we match skills in the future. 


29 March 2019

Investment Toolkit updated with further information to support the 2019 Investment Round

On 15 March 2019 we released new information and products in the Investment Toolkit. 


20 March 2019

Public consultation on the Reform of Vocational Education

On 13 February 2019 the Minister of Education launched the public consultation on the Government’s proposals for the Reform of Vocational Education.


18 March 2019

Message from the Tertiary Education Commission

Our thoughts are with the Muslim community, the students and staff at tertiary education organisations, and all the people of Christchurch at this time.

Communities have their say on vocational education

Consultation and engagement with communities on the Reform of Vocational Education continues this month across New Zealand.


11 March 2019

Investment Toolkit updated with new tools

New and updated information, products and templates have been added to the Investment Toolkit. 


27 February 2019

Reform of Vocational Education - have your say face-to-face

Meetings and events are underway throughout New Zealand on the Government’s Reform of Vocational Education proposals, says TEC Chief Executive Tim Fowler.


5 February 2019

Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) to take over Telford campus of Taratahi

Education Minister Chris Hipkins has agreed to a proposal from the Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) to take over the Telford campus of the Taratahi Agricultural Centre.


31 January 2019

Micro-credentials funding approval guidelines available

Information for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) seeking funding approval for micro-credentials is now available. This includes guidelines for developing applications.


17 January 2019

Information for Taratahi students, including Telford students

Taratahi Institute of Agriculture (Taratahi) went into interim liquidation at the end of 2018.


8 January 2019

Top 10 most popular careers in 2018

The most popular career this year was police officer, according to the most searched for jobs on careers.govt.nz in 2018.

2018

11 December 2018

New appointments to TEC’s Board of Commissioners

Education Minister Chris Hipkins has appointed two new commissioners to the TEC Board.


7 December 2018

Top global honour for NZ Marine apprenticeship scheme

The NZ Marine and Composites Industry Training Organisation (NZMAC ITO) received an outstanding achievement recently, when its apprenticeship programme was named best in the world for the marine and composites industries.


30 November 2018

Celebrating learner success

Universities New Zealand announced three New Zealand university graduates who were awarded the prestigious Rhodes Scholarships to carry out post-graduate study at the University of Oxford, England.


27 November 2018

Northland responds to Focus Area Brief: Tai Tokerau Northland

The TEC has developed several focus area briefs as part of our Investment Toolkit for the 2019 Investment Round, to support tertiary education organisations (TEOs).


22 November 2018

New partnership to promote careers in primary sectors

A new partnership between the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and Primary Industry Capability Alliance (PICA) will see a collective focus on attracting and retaining talent in New Zealand’s fast-growing primary sectors.


7 November 2018

Performance-linked funding to end

From 2018 funding onwards, we will discontinue performance-linked funding (PLF).


6 November 2018

Digital Literacy – Computers in Homes applications open

The application process for Adult and Community Education (ACE) in Communities – Digital Literacy – Computers in Homes funding for 2019 is now open.


26 October 2018

Improvements made to Ngā Kete

We have made some changes to Ngā Kete as part of our ongoing commitment to improve the information product portal.


25 October 2018

Eligibility check for Fees Free 2019 now live

The Fees Free website is now live to check eligibility for 2019


17 October 2018

Education performance data published

Every year we publish educational performance indicators (EPIs) for each Tertiary Education Organisation (TEO) we fund.


12 October 2018

Youth Guarantee changes to better support delivery from 2019

We are changing expected learner workload for an equivalent full-time student (EFTS) for levels 1 and 2 Youth Guarantee qualifications from 2019.


10 October 2018 

Commissioner appointed at Whitireia and WelTec

Acting Education Minister Tracey Martin has confirmed the appointment of a Commissioner at Whitireia and WelTec.


4 October 2018

TEC tasked with growing construction careers and credentials

The Government officially launched its Construction Skills Action Plan on 4 October 2018. The action plan is designed to address the skills shortages in the construction sector.


18 September 2018

Preliminary decision to appoint a commissioner to Whitireia/WelTec

The Education Minister Chris Hipkins has made a preliminary decision to appoint a commissioner to Whitireia and WelTec.


5 September 2018

Annual Maximum Fee Movement exceptions 2019

We have published our process for receiving and considering TEO requests for an exception to the 2019 Annual Maximum Fee Movement (AMFM) limit of 2 percent.


27 August 2018

Improvements made to Ngā Kete Information Product Library

We’ve made some improvements to the Information Product Library in Ngā Kete. This is part of our ongoing commitment to keep making Ngā Kete work better for you.


22 August 2018

PBRF 2018 Quality Evaluation Update

The Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) 2018 Quality Evaluation met a major milestone in July when the submission phase ended for participating tertiary education organisations (TEOs).


1 August 2018

Releasing the potential of micro-credentials

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) welcomes NZQA’s decision to include micro-credentials as part of New Zealand’s regulated education and training system and is keen to hear from providers who are thinking about developing and delivering micro-credentials.


13 July 2018

Change to reporting for Condition: Confirmed student enrolments, and to funding for international research students

We are expanding the reporting requirement for Student Achievement Component (SAC) level 3 and above funding condition for 2019. The reporting requirement will include course enrolments where TEC funding is not claimed.


9 July 2018

Projected financial outcomes for the ITP sector, 2018-2022

Independent research commissioned by the TEC confirms that the ITP sector is facing significant financial challenges.


6 July 2018

Consultation on AMFM rate for 2019

The Minister of Education is proposing an Annual Maximum Fee Movement (AMFM) rate of 2 percent for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) for 2019.


3 July 2018

Shaping sector-wide capability through new Investment Toolkit framework

We have developed an exciting new tool in our Investment Toolkit that will significantly support the sector to deliver on their Investment Plan obligations. 


2 July 2018

Learning from 55 students and experts what it’s like to enter tertiary education

To better understand the tertiary education landscape we and the Service Innovation Lab completed a ‘prediscovery sprint’ to identify two things: what people found challenging, and what opportunities lay in the experience of entering or re-entering the tertiary education system.


30 May 2018

New Ngā Kete information product is now available – Tertiary Performance SDR.

Tertiary Performance SDR provides information on Tertiary Education Organisation (TEO) educational performance and learner achievement.


23 May 2018

New $13M biotech research project backed with Entrepreneurial Universities funding

The University of Waikato is launching a new biotech research project in Tauranga backed with Entrepreneurial Universities funding from the Tertiary Education Commission.


11 May 2018

Launch of PSO information products

Two new Ngā Kete information products are now available to TEOs – Post-Study Outcomes of Young Graduates, and Post-Study Outcomes by TEO.


10 May 2018

Panellists announced for the PBRF 2018 Quality Evaluation

The TEC announced panellists for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) 2018 Quality Evaluation peer review panels today. 


12 April 2018

ITP Roadmap 2020 papers released

Papers outlining the Government programme of work to reform the institutes of technology and polytechnics (ITP) sector were released by Education Minister the Hon Chris Hipkins today.


6 April 2018

Some changes have been made to Ngā Kete

We have made some improvements to Ngā Kete. Ngā Kete is your secure search and browse portal to the information sources and products that TEC makes available. It is where we share information and where you can search for and discover content.

Māori and Pasifika achievement is a learner success issue

This is an opinion piece from Tim Fowler, Chief Executive of the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC).


3 April 2018

Login page for Workspace 2 and Ngā Kete has changed

We have changed the login page for Workspace 2 and Ngā Kete to support the Education Sector Login (ESL) upgrade.


15 March 2018

Pilot of degree apprenticeship model underway in New Zealand

Engineering Education to Employment (Engineering e2e) is working with WelTec, Otago Polytechnic and the Institute of Public Works Engineers Australasia to implement a level 7 engineering degree apprenticeship qualification. 


13 March 2018

Hackathon for students a great success

Students from high schools around Wellington and the local ICT Graduate School participated in the hackathon held at Victoria University of Wellington’s (VUW) Te Aro campus. The two-and-a-half day hackathon was organised by Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and Wellington ICT Graduate School with support from Weltec’s engineering school.


8 March 2018

Pathway for change at the TEC

Today the Tertiary Education Commission's (TEC’s) Chief Executive, Tim Fowler, announced final decisions on a pathway for reorganisation of the TEC.


1 March 2018

Competitive SAC funding to be stopped

Today, Education Minister Hon Chris Hipkins, announced the Government will end competitive allocations of funding at New Zealand Qualification Framework levels 1 to 4. This change seeks to give providers greater funding certainty, so they can focus more on the students.


28 February 2018

Tai Poutini Polytechnic investigation released

The West Coast’s Tai Poutini Polytechnic failed to deliver enough training hours across a range of courses between 2010 and 2015, an investigation by the Tertiary Education Commission (the TEC) released today shows.


21 February 2018

A sustainable future for ITPs – mapping the path

Many Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) face financial challenges. But those challenges also present an opportunity, according to Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) Chief Executive Tim Fowler.


9 February 2018

Māori and Pasifika Trades Training report released

In late 2016 the Tertiary Education Commission (the TEC) commissioned an evaluation of the Māori and Pasifika Trades Training (MPTT) initiative. The MartinJenkins report focuses on the operations and outcomes of the 16 consortia operating in 2017. A copy of the report is available for download below.


8 February 2018

Release of new Monitoring Update and investigation guidelines

As announced late in 2017, we have re-aligned our monitoring to take a more flexible approach, along with focusing on education and sharing information with tertiary education organisations (TEOs).


17 January 2018

BEST Pacific Institute of Education breached funding conditions and Education Act

The failed BEST Pacific Institute of Education in Auckland filed incorrect student information and under-delivered on its training promises, an investigation report released today by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) shows.


16 January 2018

Campaign to focus on Fees Free

With just one day to go before almost 168,000 students will get their preliminary NCEA results, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is reminding everyone considering tertiary education in 2018 to check their eligibility for Fees Free.

2017

20 December 2017

Quantum investigation shows manipulation maximised earnings

An investigation report released today into the now defunct Quantum Education Group shows it deliberately took advantage of reporting procedures to enable the business to keep millions of dollars in student fees.


3 November 2017

Mentoring and dyslexia support in action

Chris Lloyd is part of a national project to discover how best to support trainees with dyslexia. The project provides for learners to be screened for dyslexia and then provided with information and assistance to work with their condition, and to succeed. 


6 October 2017

Approximately $125,000 repaid after investigation into former EnterpriseMIT

The owners of the now-closed EnterpriseMIT have repaid $125,518 after the former subsidiary of Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) failed to properly check whether students in its programmes had already completed similar learning.


 28 September 2017

Tertiary education – preparing New Zealanders for the jobs of today and tomorrow 

An opinion piece from Tim Fowler, Chief Executive of the Tertiary Education Commission (the TEC).


20 September 2017

College of Natural Health and Homeopathy repays funds after self-identifying issues 

The College of Natural Health and Homeopathy (CNHH) has repaid $420,426 (GST exclusive) to the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) after they discovered they had been making incorrect funding claims to the TEC.


13 September 2017

Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) releases Education at a Glance report 

How does New Zealand's education system compare? The Ministry of Education produced a New Zealand report based on the Education at a Glance report. Read the full report on their website.


05 September 2017

Diversity Award winner trains 100 staff in workplace literacy

Waste Management NZ Ltd, a country-wide waste and environmental services operation, has successfully trained 100 staff members in a Skills Highway workplace literacy programme.


11 August 2017

Awards recognise important diversity of educators delivering a world-class learner experience 

A modern-day tohunga (expert) weaves computer science and te Reo into the classroom while a legend helps hundreds of learners transition towards a life of positive and transformational change. This is only some of the work done by 12 tertiary teachers honoured at the sixteenth Tertiary Teaching Excellence Awards held at Parliament this week. 


07 August 2017

Life-changing skills in literacy and numeracy in hospitality sector 

Literacy and Numeracy programme motivates employees to aspire to greater rewards in their careers, and significantly improves workplace communication and team-work.


26 July 2017

Taratahi acquisition of Telford Campus to go ahead

Minister for Primary Industries Nathan Guy and Associate Minister Louise Upston today provided the necessary land consents to allow Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre’s acquisition of Lincoln University’s Telford Campus to proceed. TEC’s Board have also approved the transfer of funding from Telford to Taratahi.


18 May 2017

Our workplace literacy funding is helping people with learning disabilities

A group of Dunedin workers with learning disabilities are now being trained in literacy and numeracy with funding through our Employer-led Workplace Literacy and Numeracy Fund (EWLN).


15 May 2017

University of Canterbury making substantial progress in its rebuild

The University of Canterbury (UC) continues to make good progress on its recovery from the 2010 and 2011 Canterbury earthquakes.  Student enrolments are rising, many of its new state-of-the-art buildings are open or nearing completion, and UC is forecasting a return to a normal operating surplus in 2019.


05 May 2017

How Māori Pasifika Trades Training can change lives

The Māori and Pasifika Trades Training (MPTT) scheme provides scholarships to Māori and Pasifika learners to acquire the skills and attributes to gain trades-based employment, take up New Zealand apprenticeships or move to other higher-level training programmes.


21 April 2017

From dreams to reality – at Toi Ohomai’s graduation

When 800 students graduated from Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology on 6 April Julia Kennedy from our Monitoring and Crown Ownership team was invited along as a special guest by the Council’s Chair Cathy Cooney.

How a student-centred approach and data insights transformed Georgia State University

Over the last five years, Georgia State University in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, has used a student-centred approach underpinned by predictive analytics to turn itself around from a low-performing university to one that is defying its poor urban demographics.


30 March 2017

Changing lives one word at a time

Private training establishment English Language Partners isn’t just providing its learners with an education – it’s changing communities.


22 March 2017

Auditing is all about the evidence

For tertiary education organisations (TEOs) it can be daunting facing a TEC audit, especially if it’s their first time. 


21 March 2017

Productivity Commission releases its tertiary education report

The Productivity Commission has published its final report on its inquiry into New Models of Tertiary Education. 


27 February 2017

Ensuring effective use of the literacy and numeracy assessment tool

We shared Assessment Tool usage data last year and had subsequent conversations with tertiary education organisations (TEOs).

2016

9 November 2016

Our refreshed website 

Welcome to our refreshed website!


9 November 2016

Te reo Māori - our translation 

One of the features of our new website is that some of the key information, including page titles and landing page summaries, has been translated into te reo Māori.


19 October 2016

TEC monitoring of Lincoln University sees $1.5 million repaid to the Crown 

Lincoln University has repaid $1.5 million (GST exclusive) to the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) after an independent investigation.   


15 September 2016

Four reviews into Tertiary Education Organisations released  

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has today released four reviews that were initiated after a new approach to data analysis was introduced last year.


23 June 2016

Breach means training provider must repay $1.47 million 

The New Zealand School of Outdoor Studies is to repay $1.47 million (GST-exclusive) to the Tertiary Education Commission (the TEC) following an investigation.


12 May 2016

TEC confirms two investigations

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) today confirmed it has commissioned investigations at Lincoln University’s Telford Division and at Tai Poutini Polytechnic. 

2015

23 October 2015

 Training provider in breach of funding conditions told to repay TEC $6.2 million 

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) says Agribusiness Training Ltd has been told to repay $6.24 million after an independent investigation found it had failed to deliver some vocational education.


7 September 2015

Breach means training provider must repay $7.5 million 

Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre (Taratahi) is to repay $7.5 million (GST-exclusive) to the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) after an independent investigation.


2 July 2015

Investment in tertiary education well monitored 

Oversight of the Government’s $2.8 billion investment in tertiary education is sound, an independent review says. 

2014

11 November 2014

Investigation at Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki completed 

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) have completed an investigation into practices at the Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT).


1 October 2014

Investigation at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi completed 

The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) have completed an investigation into practices at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi (TWWOA).