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Changes in Course or Unit Enrolment Policy

PURPOSE
This policy sets out the Global Leadership Institute (GLI) requirements and expectations for students to change their enrolment in an GLI course or unit. International students applying for a change of course or unit should refer to the Australian government’s Application Guide to view current regulations.

GLI provides the opportunity for a student to request a change of course or unit enrolment on the grounds of compassionate or compelling circumstances. The Institute acknowledges its obligations with regards to the enrolment of a student due to a breach of the GLI Code of Conduct or relevant policies in accordance with regulatory and legislative requirements.

SCOPE
All students and prospective students

PRINCIPLES
GLI’s principles regarding changes in course or unit enrolment includes:

  • meeting regulatory and legislative obligations with regards to the enrolment of students which result from a breach of the specified code of conduct or policies in accordance with the required legislation and laws;
  • complying with Standard 13 of the National Code that students are allowed to defer commencement of their studies, take a leave of absence, or temporarily suspend their studies during their course due to extenuating, compelling or compassionate circumstances which are outside the control of the student;
  • ensuring students understand when and how to make changes to a course or unit enrolment;
  • ensuring that fair, equitable, and transparent policies are in place regarding changes in course or unit enrolment.

DEFINITIONS
Cancellation: Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) has been cancelled. If the student wishes to continue, they must reapply as a new student or have their original CoE reinstated.

Deferment: student requests GLI prior to commencement to temporarily postpone their course.

Leave of Absence: student requests to temporarily postpone their course after commencement.

PRISMS: Provider Registration and International Student Management System, maintained by the Australian Government.

Suspension: GLI suspends enrolment for a period, after which the student may recommence the course.

Compelling or compassionate circumstances are those beyond the control of the student and which have an impact upon the student’s course progress or wellbeing such as:

  • serious illness or injury, where a medical certificate states that the student was unable to attend classes;
  • death of close family members such as parents, grandparents or siblings (where a death certificate should be provided if possible);
  • major political upheaval or natural disaster in the home country requiring emergency travel which has impacted on the student’s studies;
  • a traumatic experience that has impacted on the student which could include involvement in or witnessing of a serious accident or witnessing or being the victim of a serious crime. Such cases supported by police or psychologists’ reports;
  • where GLI is unable to offer a pre-requisite unit;
  • inability to begin studying on the course commencement date due to delay in receiving a student visa.

WITHDRAWAL OR CHANGE IN UNITS
Students are encouraged to speak with the Student Support Officer prior to applying to withdraw or change approved unit enrolments, as a change may have financial and academic consequences. International students must ensure that changes to study load meet their student visa requirements.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE
While not recommended, in some situations students may need to take a leave of absence during a trimester of study. Students should contact the Program Director if they wish to be absent longer than five consecutive days or if they expect to miss the start of a required trimester.

If a student needs to be absent for an extended period and is unable to maintain academic progress, they should complete the Application for Suspension of Studies Form, including supporting documentation.

DEFERRING, SUSPENDING OR CANCELLING ENROLMENT
Students are allowed a maximum of two consecutive semesters as an approved deferral or suspension of studies. Extensions beyond this time will only be granted in exceptional circumstances. Students should note that all approved deferrals and suspensions will incur a fee as outlined in the Leave, Deferment, Suspension Form. New students may defer their enrolment only once, subject to GLI approval. GLI will usually allow new students to defer the start of their course to the following semester. Students should note that tuition fees and administrative fees may change if, and when, a new offer of enrolment is provided.

International students may only defer, suspend, or cancel course enrolment if there are compelling or compassionate grounds.

RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION
Registrar

Scope
All courses

Key Stakeholder
All staff and students

Proceedure
GLI is only able to temporarily suspend the enrolment of the student on the grounds of compassionate or compelling circumstances. The Institute will always use professional judgment to assess each student’s case on its individual merits when determining whether compassionate or compelling circumstances exist.

A student wanting to defer, suspend or cancel enrolment is required to complete an application to defer, suspend or cancel enrolment, including associated documentation. The student should speak to the Student Support Officer and documentation will be kept on record.

Students must ensure that all outstanding fees have been paid to GLI at the time of making a request to change their course enrolment. The student will be notified of the outcome within 10 working days from the date of receipt of application.

Domestic students wishing to defer or temporarily suspend their enrolment must return to study and complete their course within the time frame specified. All students returning after an approved suspension of studies should contact GLI to confirm their re-enrolment no later than 10 business days before commencement of the trimester.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT VISAS

Deferment, suspension, or cancellation of enrolment may affect an international student’s visa. Students wanting to cancel their enrolment prior to completing six months of the principal course must provide a Letter of Offer from another provider. The grounds on which student visa holders may be granted leave of absence without cancellation of their visa are set out in the Educational Services to Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and the National Code 2018.

Once GLI approves an application for deferment, suspension, or cancellation, Department of Home Affairs shall be notified via PRISMS of the change in enrolment status. Students who have taken leave for reasons not permitted under the legislation will be deemed to have discontinued their studies and will have to apply for a new visa to re-enter the country as a student.

It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they re-enrol after a period of leave. Failure to re-enrol may result in termination of enrolment on the grounds that the student has abandoned their studies. Students are informed of these requirements when their application is approved.

APPEAL
When GLI initiates the suspension or cancellation of enrolment, the student is notified of this intention and is informed that they have 10 working days to access GLI’s Student Grievance and Appeals Policy, unless extenuating circumstances relating to the welfare of the student apply. This may include: the student is missing; has medical concerns which lead the provider to fear for the student’s wellbeing; has engaged or threatens to engage in behaviour that is reasonably believed to endanger the student or others; or is at risk of committing a criminal offence. GLI will continue to provide learning opportunities to students during the appeal process.

UNSATISFACTORY ATTENDANCE OR ACADEMIC PROGRESS
If the student is appealing GLI’s intention to report the student to Department of Home Affairs via PRISMS for unsatisfactory attendance, non-payment of fees or lack of academic progress, GLI will maintain the student’s enrolment throughout the appeals process, including the external appeal, should the student choose to access an external arbitrator. GLI will only cancel a student’s enrolment, if the student has not appealed or the appeals process is completed, and the decision is in GLI’s favour.

OTHER REASONS
If the student is appealing GLI’s intention to cancel or suspend their enrolment for other reasons, including breaching the Code of Conduct Policy, the Institute will maintain the student’s enrolment throughout the internal appeals process. GLI is not required to wait for the outcome of an external appeal before notifying Department of Home Affairs through PRISMS of the change to the student’s enrolment.

ATTENDANCE MONITORING
If a student has had their studies suspended or deferred, the student’s attendance will not be monitored for the period covered by the suspension or deferment.

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Owner : Registrar

Approval Body : Governing Board

Endorsement Body : Executive Management Team

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Associate Professor Jason Hartley

Jason Hartley is lecturer in criminology at Griffith University in Brisbane, Australia. He is a former police officer with 23 years of experience, and has trained personnel for deployment in Timor Leste, the Solomon Islands, Iraq and Afghanistan. Jason specializes in, and has published on engagement with Muslim communities, Indigenous Polynesian approaches to rehabilitation and reducing recidivism, and Asian Organised Crime. Jason also completed a community internship in Hebron on the West Bank.

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Simone Fulcher

Simone Fulcher is the Campus Manager at Global Leadership Institute responsible for managing the day-to-day operations for the campus. Simone has previously worked in the education sector for over 5 years where she has enjoyed helping young minds realise their potential. Simone also has a history of volunteer work assisting various communities in improving their quality of life in places such as New South Wales, Guam, and Palau. Simone still enjoys volunteering, currently organising events for young adults in Southeast Queensland and helping them form connections their fields of interest.

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Professor Grant Pitman

Professor Grant Pitman is the president of the Global Leadership Institute. He has held senior leadership roles in government such as Chief Superintendent of Police and Director of Strategic Planning ICT in the Queensland Police Service;

  • Varied list of contributions to law enforcement, including disaster management, auditing and finance, organizational reform, education and human resources, and policy development
  • National, state, and regional levels of professional service, including the Ipswich Economic Forum, the Brisbane Airport Emergency Planning Committee, the National Emergency Communications Working Group, the National Police Drug and Alcohol Task Force, and the Police Education Advisory Council.

He has a Ph.D. and Master of Administration from Griffith University. He is a well-versed researcher and has published numerous articles and journals.

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Professor Kevin Tickle

Professor Kevin Tickle has extensive experience in Executive Management roles in the tertiary education sector, both public and private, over the last two decades and has been a consultant to Higher Education providers in Australia and overseas. His primary areas of interest are Leadership, Management, Information Technology, Mathematics and Statistics with expertise in the areas of probability modelling; decision support, and data analytics. He is currently a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management, a member of the Institution of Engineers, Australia, the Australian Computer Society and an Emeritus Professor at CQUniversity.

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Mr Des Lacy OAM

Des serves as Secretary/Treasurer of the Asia Pacific Chapter of FBI National Academy Associates, after completing 40 years in the Queensland Police Service. During his distinguished career, Des was District Officer (A/Chief Superintendent) in Charge of the Gold Coast Police District, Police Commander for the Gold Coast Indy, Super V8s, Gold Coast Marathon, and Schoolies, as well as National Rugby League and Australian Foot League events in Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Des oversaw development and implementation of the Integrated Justice Information Systems, Integrated Traffic Policing Program, and Integrated Tasking and Analysis System. He served as Director of the Strategic Services Branch and Information and Communications Technology Command, as well as Chair of the District Disaster Management Group and Security Operations Coordinator for the 2018 Commonwealth Games. 

Des has been a member of Rotary International for 30 years, representing Rotary International in the United States and the Middle East. For his work in the Gold Coast Community Des was awarded Citizen of the Year at the 2013 Gold Coast Australia Day celebrations. Des also was one of the founding Directors for the Oxenford and Coomera Community Youth Centre that provides much needed social services to the Northern Gold Coast Community. For the past 15 years, he has also been the Chair of this not-for-profit establishment. It. For his work promoting International Law Enforcement Des was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2017.

Qualifications

Graduate Diploma of Management

Graduate Certificate Business Management 

Bachelor of Business

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Katherine Weissel

Katherine is a security and risk specialist with 25 years’ experience in an Australian Police Force, leading teams and responding to emergency events, complex investigations, and counterterrorism.  She has led and managed several major crime, counterterrorism and public safety operations and investigations, and coordinated teams within police operations centres and major incident rooms.  She has delivered training across multiple Australian jurisdictions in emergency response, counterterrorism, and investigations; and specialised in cyber operations in the counterterrorism environment for a number of years.  She has also been deployed to international jurisdictions supporting complex war crimes investigations and prosecutions.  Since moving into the private sector, Katherine has provided consulting and training services in the areas of security and risk, organisational governance & investigations, and cybersecurity.  Katherine is a sessional tutor in tertiary education in criminal justice studies specialising in counterterrorism, global law, crime and justice, and cybercrime.  She has presented to state and national security, cybersecurity and governmental conferences on contemporary physical & cyber threats and risk management.  Katherine has also been involved in research teams examining government responses to terrorism and extremism, and cybersecurity policy.

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Dr Shantanu Banerjee

Dr Shantanu Banerjee is senior lecturer at Leaders Institute. With extensive experience in management, leadership, and administration across a range of contexts in India and Australia, Dr Banerjee is also currently an Industry Fellow at the University of Queensland Business School. His research focuses on socio-cultural-political contexts, particularly in the field of agribusiness and international business. His research has highlighted variations in the theme of international competitiveness by emphasising non-economic and non-market variables and on how multinational enterprises subsidiaries can pursue legitimacy pursuing non-market strategies. 

Dr Banerjee has presented his research work at esteemed international conferences such as ANZIBA and EIA and has published in scholarly journals including International Business Review and Management International Review. He graduated from the Institute of Foreign Trade, New Delhi (India) and the University of Queensland Business School. He has been an academic staff member at the University of Queensland and Queensland University of Technology, lecturing in undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Dr Banerjee has over 15 years of extensive and varied experience as an International Business Manager dealing and negotiating with overseas clients based in the United States of America, China, Japan, Canada, Switzerland, and Germany. He is currently employed with a Federal agency of the Australian Treasury. 

Qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy, University of Queensland, 2012

Master of Research, Queensland University of Technology, 2005

Master of Business, Queensland University of Technology, 2003

Postgraduate Diploma in International Trade, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, 1986

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, 1985

 

Communities of Practice

  • Editorial Board, Academy of International Business
  • Editorial Board, European Academy of Management
  • Editorial Board, Leadership & Management Studies in Sub-Sahara Africa Conference
  • Editorial Board, International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business
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Associate Professor Ben Arachi

BIOGRAPHY

Associate Professor Ben Arachi has four decades (1977-2023) of experience in higher education leadership and teaching. During his 15 years as Unit Coordinator at Central Queensland University, he received two Excellence in Teaching Awards and was nominated for the Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Contributions to Learning and Teaching and the Australian Awards for University Teaching. His online learning study was published in Economics for Today (Cengage 2022).

Previously, Associate Professor Arachi  served as Vice Principal, Head of the Department of Extension and Research, and Editor-in-Chief of the academic journal at Arul Anandar College, India (1992-1997). He was then Research Coordinator and Course Coordinator (1999-2008), as well as Chair of the Division of Economics (2000-2005) at HELP University, Malaysia. This included senior involvement in the application to become a University College and then a full University.

Associate Professor Arachi also has over 20 years of experience as a higher degree research supervisor, moderator, and examiner for doctoral degrees. In his five years as a Coordinator of All India Christian Higher Education, he organised numerous state-level seminars and workshops for academics in higher education in India. He has published four monographs, many research papers and articles while editing the Research AAC Journal of Economics. He has reviewed many higher education textbooks.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Doctor of Philosophy, Madursi Kamaraj University, India, 1989

  • Master of Arts, University of Madras, 1975 (Gold Medalist)

  • Bachelor of Arts, Madursi Kamaraj University, India, 1973 (University Rank and Merit Scholarship)

  • Diploma in Applied Economics, Madursi Kamaraj University, India, 1980

ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP

  • Member, Academic Board, 2023-current

  • Chair, Examiners Committe, 2023-current

  • Member, Course Advisory Committee, 2022-current

AWARDS

  • Central Queensland University Student Voice Commendation. The 2021 program includes unit evaluation data from term 3, 2020 and terms 1 and 2, 2021.

  • Central Queensland University  Student Voice Commendation. The 2020 program includes unit evaluation data from term 3, 2019 and terms 1 and 2, 2020.

  • Central Queensland University Central Queensland University Platinum certificate Top rated Unit in Term 2, 2019

  • Central Queensland University Gold certificate Highly rated Unit in Term 2,2019 (ACCT20070)

  • Gold certificate Highly rated Unit in Term 2,2019 from CQU(ECON11026)

  • Charles Sturt University Excellence in Teaching Award (ECO511)

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Dr Bandula Nambukara-Gamage

Dr Bandula Nambukara-Gamage is a Senior Lecturer of Accounting and Finance at James Cook University, Brisbane campus. He currently teaches Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Accounting, Master of Professional Accounting, and Master of Business Administration students based on the Brisbane campus. Dr Nambukara-Gamage has previously lectured at Central Queensland University, Federation University, and Charles Darwin University.

QUALIFICATIONS

Doctor of Philosophy, University of New England, 2013

Master of Commerce

Licentiate Certificate (recognised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Australia)

Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours)

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Professor Rod St Hill

Professor Rodney St Hill is the former President of Leaders Institute (2018-2020) and serves as Senior Pastor (2016-current) at IgniteLife Church Gold Coast, where he heads IgniteLife Business, an outreach to Christians in business. He is a leader in the global Business As Mission movement. He also consults on governance and executive management in higher education and business, with a particular special interest in Christian education institutions and businesses.

Previously, Professor St Hill was a long-term senior leader and Vice President Academic of Christian Heritage College, Brisbane. With the input of his colleagues and many others in his network, he developed business curriculum that embeds the ‘5 P missional business’ model – a model of production, people, planet, and profit. He was also Dean of Students, among other roles, at University of Southern Queensland (1993-2009).

QUALIFICATIONS

Doctor of Philosophy, University of Cantebury, 1989

Bachelor of Commerce (Hons 1), University of Newcastle, 1979

EXTERNAL EXPERT REVIEWER

External Member, various course assessment panels in business, management and leadership at Alphacrucis College, Australian College of Divinity, and Avondale University College, 2014 to 2020

Member: Australian Institute of Company Directors

COMMUNITIES OF PRACTICE

Member: Economic Society of Australia

External Expert, Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), 2019-current

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Changes in Course or Unit Enrolment Policy

PURPOSE
This policy sets out the Global Leadership Institute (GLI) requirements and expectations for students to change their enrolment in an GLI course or unit. International students applying for a change of course or unit should refer to the Australian government’s Application Guide to view current regulations.

GLI provides the opportunity for a student to request a change of course or unit enrolment on the grounds of compassionate or compelling circumstances. The Institute acknowledges its obligations with regards to the enrolment of a student due to a breach of the GLI Code of Conduct or relevant policies in accordance with regulatory and legislative requirements.

SCOPE
All students and prospective students

PRINCIPLES
GLI’s principles regarding changes in course or unit enrolment includes:

  • meeting regulatory and legislative obligations with regards to the enrolment of students which result from a breach of the specified code of conduct or policies in accordance with the required legislation and laws;
  • complying with Standard 13 of the National Code that students are allowed to defer commencement of their studies, take a leave of absence, or temporarily suspend their studies during their course due to extenuating, compelling or compassionate circumstances which are outside the control of the student;
  • ensuring students understand when and how to make changes to a course or unit enrolment;
  • ensuring that fair, equitable, and transparent policies are in place regarding changes in course or unit enrolment.

DEFINITIONS
Cancellation: Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) has been cancelled. If the student wishes to continue, they must reapply as a new student or have their original CoE reinstated.

Deferment: student requests GLI prior to commencement to temporarily postpone their course.

Leave of Absence: student requests to temporarily postpone their course after commencement.

PRISMS: Provider Registration and International Student Management System, maintained by the Australian Government.

Suspension: GLI suspends enrolment for a period, after which the student may recommence the course.

Compelling or compassionate circumstances are those beyond the control of the student and which have an impact upon the student’s course progress or wellbeing such as:

  • serious illness or injury, where a medical certificate states that the student was unable to attend classes;
  • death of close family members such as parents, grandparents or siblings (where a death certificate should be provided if possible);
  • major political upheaval or natural disaster in the home country requiring emergency travel which has impacted on the student’s studies;
  • a traumatic experience that has impacted on the student which could include involvement in or witnessing of a serious accident or witnessing or being the victim of a serious crime. Such cases supported by police or psychologists’ reports;
  • where GLI is unable to offer a pre-requisite unit;
  • inability to begin studying on the course commencement date due to delay in receiving a student visa.

WITHDRAWAL OR CHANGE IN UNITS
Students are encouraged to speak with the Student Support Officer prior to applying to withdraw or change approved unit enrolments, as a change may have financial and academic consequences. International students must ensure that changes to study load meet their student visa requirements.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE
While not recommended, in some situations students may need to take a leave of absence during a trimester of study. Students should contact the Program Director if they wish to be absent longer than five consecutive days or if they expect to miss the start of a required trimester.

If a student needs to be absent for an extended period and is unable to maintain academic progress, they should complete the Application for Suspension of Studies Form, including supporting documentation.

DEFERRING, SUSPENDING OR CANCELLING ENROLMENT
Students are allowed a maximum of two consecutive semesters as an approved deferral or suspension of studies. Extensions beyond this time will only be granted in exceptional circumstances. Students should note that all approved deferrals and suspensions will incur a fee as outlined in the Leave, Deferment, Suspension Form. New students may defer their enrolment only once, subject to GLI approval. GLI will usually allow new students to defer the start of their course to the following semester. Students should note that tuition fees and administrative fees may change if, and when, a new offer of enrolment is provided.

International students may only defer, suspend, or cancel course enrolment if there are compelling or compassionate grounds.

RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION
Registrar

Scope
All courses

Key Stakeholder
All staff and students

Proceedure
GLI is only able to temporarily suspend the enrolment of the student on the grounds of compassionate or compelling circumstances. The Institute will always use professional judgment to assess each student’s case on its individual merits when determining whether compassionate or compelling circumstances exist.

A student wanting to defer, suspend or cancel enrolment is required to complete an application to defer, suspend or cancel enrolment, including associated documentation. The student should speak to the Student Support Officer and documentation will be kept on record.

Students must ensure that all outstanding fees have been paid to GLI at the time of making a request to change their course enrolment. The student will be notified of the outcome within 10 working days from the date of receipt of application.

Domestic students wishing to defer or temporarily suspend their enrolment must return to study and complete their course within the time frame specified. All students returning after an approved suspension of studies should contact GLI to confirm their re-enrolment no later than 10 business days before commencement of the trimester.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT VISAS

Deferment, suspension, or cancellation of enrolment may affect an international student’s visa. Students wanting to cancel their enrolment prior to completing six months of the principal course must provide a Letter of Offer from another provider. The grounds on which student visa holders may be granted leave of absence without cancellation of their visa are set out in the Educational Services to Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and the National Code 2018.

Once GLI approves an application for deferment, suspension, or cancellation, Department of Home Affairs shall be notified via PRISMS of the change in enrolment status. Students who have taken leave for reasons not permitted under the legislation will be deemed to have discontinued their studies and will have to apply for a new visa to re-enter the country as a student.

It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they re-enrol after a period of leave. Failure to re-enrol may result in termination of enrolment on the grounds that the student has abandoned their studies. Students are informed of these requirements when their application is approved.

APPEAL
When GLI initiates the suspension or cancellation of enrolment, the student is notified of this intention and is informed that they have 10 working days to access GLI’s Student Grievance and Appeals Policy, unless extenuating circumstances relating to the welfare of the student apply. This may include: the student is missing; has medical concerns which lead the provider to fear for the student’s wellbeing; has engaged or threatens to engage in behaviour that is reasonably believed to endanger the student or others; or is at risk of committing a criminal offence. GLI will continue to provide learning opportunities to students during the appeal process.

UNSATISFACTORY ATTENDANCE OR ACADEMIC PROGRESS
If the student is appealing GLI’s intention to report the student to Department of Home Affairs via PRISMS for unsatisfactory attendance, non-payment of fees or lack of academic progress, GLI will maintain the student’s enrolment throughout the appeals process, including the external appeal, should the student choose to access an external arbitrator. GLI will only cancel a student’s enrolment, if the student has not appealed or the appeals process is completed, and the decision is in GLI’s favour.

OTHER REASONS
If the student is appealing GLI’s intention to cancel or suspend their enrolment for other reasons, including breaching the Code of Conduct Policy, the Institute will maintain the student’s enrolment throughout the internal appeals process. GLI is not required to wait for the outcome of an external appeal before notifying Department of Home Affairs through PRISMS of the change to the student’s enrolment.

ATTENDANCE MONITORING
If a student has had their studies suspended or deferred, the student’s attendance will not be monitored for the period covered by the suspension or deferment.

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