Commonwealth Numbered Acts

TERTIARY EDUCATION QUALITY AND STANDARDS AGENCY ACT 2011 (NO. 73, 2011) - SECT 167

             (1)  The Panel consists of:

                     (a)  a Panel Chair; and

                     (b)  at least 4, and up to 10, other members.

Note:          The Panel does not have a legal identity separate from the Commonwealth.

             (2)  When appointing the Panel members, the Minister must:

                     (a)  ensure the Panel members collectively possess an appropriate balance of professional knowledge and demonstrated expertise, including in higher education and the development of quality standards; and

                     (b)  have regard to the interests of:

                              (i)  the States and Territories; and

                             (ii)  students undertaking, or proposing to undertake, higher education; and

                            (iii)  the staff of higher education providers; and

                     (c)  consult the Research Minister about the proposed appointments.