Overview
The Student Assistance (Education Institutions and Courses) Amendment (Masters by Coursework) Determination 2026 is a legislative instrument made under the Student Assistance Act 1973 and administered by the Department of Social Services. It was registered on the Federal Register of Legislation on 4 June 2026.
Period of operation
The instrument applies from 4 June 2026 to 7 September 2026. After 7 September 2026, the instrument is repealed and no longer has effect.
What the instrument does
The instrument amends rules relating to approved education institutions and courses in connection with masters by coursework programs, for the purposes of student assistance. The source summary does not specify the exact changes made to eligibility or approved courses - the full legislative text is available at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00665.
Key actions
- Review the full instrument text at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00665 to determine whether changes to approved masters by coursework courses affect any student assistance payments relevant to your circumstances.
- Note that any reliance on the instrument's provisions is limited to the period 4 June 2026 to 7 September 2026.
- Direct queries about student assistance eligibility rules to the Department of Social Services.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.