Modified 3 August 2023
In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation 2025, the TEC is seeking nominations for roles within the Moderation team.
Modified 5 March 2025
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released its Plan Guidance for providers submitting Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2026.
https://www.tec.govt.nz/news-and-consultations/2026-plan-guidance-now-available
Modified 3 August 2023
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.
Modified 25 February 2025
The Government has confirmed responsibilities for ministers covering the tertiary sector.
https://www.tec.govt.nz/news-and-consultations/tertiary-ministerial-delegations-confirmed
Modified 5 July 2024
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. This initial view provides the foundation for further engagement with stakeholders to understand their perspectives and needs.
Modified 4 February 2025
The Tertiary Education Commission is extending the implementation date for Significant Plan Amendments (SPA) and Replacement Plans (RP) criteria – to 1 January 2026.
Modified 3 August 2023
Supplementary Plan Guidance (SPG) is now available to support tertiary education organisations (TEOs) in developing their Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2023.
Modified 16 January 2025
Auckland University of Technology (AUT), Lincoln University and Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi share how they are building learner success into the culture and operations of their organisations.
Modified 3 August 2023
Two transitional industry training organisations (TITOs) presented their transition plans to the TEC Board yesterday.
Modified 20 December 2024
The government has announced changes to vocational education and training (VET), and that further changes will be announced in 2025.
https://www.tec.govt.nz/news-and-consultations/changes-to-vocational-education-and-training