Through consistent monitoring and reporting, we uphold our commitment to academic excellence and integrity.
Collaborating closely with faculties and university committees, these processes help maintain and enhance teaching quality, student performance and compliance with academic standards.
Annual reports are a core part of this effort, providing insights and accountability across key areas of student and course outcomes. Our office oversees the completion of these reports by gathering information from relevant areas and supporting staff in accessing the necessary data to ensure thorough, accurate, and timely reporting. The aims and intentions of each report are described below.
The Annual Course Health Check (ACHC) Summary Report is an evaluation tool that acts to ensure the ongoing quality and relevance of academic programs. This report provides a detailed analysis of each course’s performance, focusing on key metrics such as student satisfaction, retention rates, and graduate outcomes.
The ACHC Summary Report aims to:
Monitor Course Viability: Assess the sustainability and efficiency of courses based on enrollment trends and financial performance.
Enhance Academic Quality: Identify areas for improvement in curriculum design, teaching methods, and student support services.
Inform Strategic Decisions: Provide data-driven insights to guide faculty and administrative decisions regarding course offerings and resource allocation.
By regularly reviewing and updating the ACHC Summary Report, Charles Sturt University ensures that its courses remain aligned with industry standards and student needs, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and academic excellence.
For more detailed information about the ACHC process, please refer to the Course and Subject Quality Assurance and Review Procedure
The Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) Report at Charles Sturt University provides valuable insights into the employment and further study outcomes of graduates. This report is crucial for understanding how well the university prepares its students for the workforce and higher education.
The GOS Report focuses on several key areas:
Employment Rates: Tracks the percentage of graduates securing full-time employment within a few months of completing their studies.
Salary Levels: Analyses the average salaries of graduates to assess the financial benefits of their education.
Further Study: Monitors the number of graduates pursuing further education, indicating the university’s role in fostering lifelong learning.
Charles Sturt University consistently ranks highly in these surveys, with a significant percentage of graduates finding full-time employment shortly after graduation. This report helps the university maintain its commitment to producing career-ready graduates and informs strategic decisions to enhance educational programs and support services.
The Professional Accreditation Report is an essential document that ensures academic programs meet the rigorous standards set by various professional bodies. This report is crucial for maintaining the university’s reputation and ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for their chosen careers.
The report focuses on several key areas:
Accreditation Status: Details the accreditation status of each program, including any conditions or requirements set by accrediting bodies.
Compliance and Standards: Ensures that courses comply with the standards and guidelines of professional organisations, such as the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC).
Continuous Improvement: Highlights ongoing efforts to enhance program quality and address any areas of improvement identified during the accreditation process.
By regularly reviewing the Professional Accreditation Report, Charles Sturt University ensures that its programs remain competitive and aligned with industry standards, providing students with the qualifications and skills needed to succeed in their professional fields.
The Reaccreditation - Annual Review Schedule and Progress Report is a key document that ensures the continuous quality and compliance of academic programs with regulatory standards. This report outlines the schedule and progress of reaccreditation activities, providing a structured approach to maintaining academic excellence.
The report focuses on several key areas:
Reaccreditation Schedule: Details the timeline for reaccreditation activities, ensuring all courses and programs are reviewed regularly and systematically.
Progress Tracking: Monitors the status of reaccreditation efforts, highlighting completed milestones and identifying areas needing attention.
Quality Assurance: Ensures that all academic programs meet the required standards set by accrediting bodies, supporting the university’s commitment to high-quality education.
By regularly reviewing the Reaccreditation - Annual Review Schedule and Progress Report, Charles Sturt University ensures that its courses remain current, competitive, and compliant with industry and educational standards, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and academic integrity.
The Reaccreditation - Review Report for Individual Courses is a comprehensive document that ensures each academic program meets the highest standards of quality and relevance. This report is part of the university’s commitment to continuous improvement and compliance with regulatory requirements.
The report focuses on several key areas:
Course Quality and Relevance: Evaluates the curriculum, teaching methods, and learning outcomes to ensure they align with current industry standards and student needs.
Student Performance and Feedback: Analyses data on student performance, retention, and satisfaction to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
Compliance and Accreditation: Ensures that courses meet the standards set by accrediting bodies and comply with university policies and external regulations.
By regularly reviewing the Reaccreditation - Review Report for Individual Courses, Charles Sturt University ensures that its programs remain competitive, effective, and aligned with both academic and industry standards, fostering an environment of excellence and continuous improvement.
The Student Academic Integrity and Misconduct Report provides a detailed account of incidents related to academic misconduct and the measures taken to address them.
The report focuses on several key areas:
Academic Integrity: Promotes a culture of integrity by educating students about the importance of honest and ethical behaviour in their academic work.
Types of Misconduct: Documents various forms of academic misconduct, including plagiarism, contract cheating, collusion, and unauthorised use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI).
Preventive Measures: Highlights the strategies and educational programs implemented to prevent academic misconduct and support students in maintaining integrity.
Incident Reporting and Resolution: Details the process for reporting, investigating, and resolving incidents of academic misconduct, ensuring fairness and transparency.
By regularly reviewing the Student Academic Integrity and Misconduct Report, Charles Sturt University ensures that academic standards are upheld and that students are aware of their responsibilities and the consequences of misconduct. This commitment to integrity fosters a trustworthy and respectful academic environment.
The Student Performance Report is a critical document that evaluates and tracks key academic indicators across all fields of education. This report is essential for identifying emerging issues and maintaining high educational standards. It also allows for development and analysis of university initiatives to ensure students receive the support they need to succeed.
The report focuses on several key areas:
First year Attrition: Analyses the proportion of a student cohort that commences in a given year who did not return to study the following year, identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
Timely completions: Monitors the number of students who complete their course in a timely manner.
Progress: compares the number of subjects passed to the number attempted at a course level.
By regularly reviewing the Student Performance Report, Charles Sturt University can make informed decisions to enhance student learning experiences, improve academic outcomes, and ensure that all students have the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
The Subject Quality Enhancement and Grade Distribution Report is a vital document aimed at maintaining and improving the quality of our subjects. This report provides a thorough analysis of grade distributions and subject performance, ensuring that academic standards are consistently met and enhanced.
The report serves several key purposes:
Monitor Academic Standards: Evaluate the distribution of grades across subjects to ensure fairness and consistency in assessment practices.
Identify Improvement Areas: Highlight subjects that may require curriculum adjustments or additional support to enhance student learning outcomes.
Support Data-Driven Decisions: Offer insights that inform faculty and administrative decisions regarding subject offerings and resource allocation.
By regularly reviewing the Subject Quality Enhancement and Grade Distribution Report, Charles Sturt University ensures that its subjects remain rigorous, equitable, and aligned with both academic and industry standards, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and excellence in education.
The Support for Students Report: the retention, student access to support and progress reports have been amalgamated to provide a holistic overview and analysis of support and programs provided by the university for students.
The report focuses on several key areas:
Academic progress and early intervention strategies: analysis of students engagement and success in subjects as well as progress through their course. Identifying trends and areas of concern within equity groups or courses that need corrective action.
Academic support initiatives: analysis of the effectiveness of learning support programs, library programs, technology and digital learning support and initiatives for improving student engagement and success.
Student Support Services and initiatives: analysis of the use and effectiveness of counselling, wellbeing, career and employability, programs and initiatives.
Financial Assistance and Equity Programs: provide information on the impact or trends from the provision of scholarships, grants and financial aid as well as programs designed to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds.