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Higher education in Queensland

Definition of higher education
An explanation of the term 'higher education' in the Australian context.

The higher education sector in Queensland
Details of the mix of higher education institutions in Queensland and their regulation by government.

The Queensland Office of Higher Education
A description of the Queensland Office of Higher Education and the roles it has in higher education policy, planning, regulation and financing.

Realignment of the Office of Higher Education
An explanation of the realignment of the Office of Higher Education within the Queensland Department of Education, Training and the Arts as of 1 May 2008.

Legislation
A description of the relevant Queensland legislation in higher education.

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