(1)

The course requirements for ^* FEE-HELP assistance for a unit of study are that:

(a) if the unit is being undertaken as part of a ^* course of study, the course is not a course that:

(i) is subject to a determination under subsection (2); or

(ii) is with a higher education provider that is subject to a determination under subsection (2); and

(b) if the unit is being undertaken as part of a course of study with a higher education provider that is a ^* non self-accrediting provider—the course is an ^* accredited course.

(2)

The Minister may determine in writing that:

(a) a specified course provided by a specified higher education provider is a course in relation to which ^* FEE-HELP assistance is unavailable; or

(b) all courses provided by a specified higher education provider are courses in relation to which FEE-HELP assistance is unavailable.

(3)

In deciding whether to make a determination under subsection (2), the Minister must have regard to the effect of the determination on students undertaking the course or courses.

(4)

A determination of the Minister under subsection (2) must not be made later than 6 months before the day that students are able next to commence the specified course, or courses, with the provider.

(5)

A determination under subsection (2) is a disallowable instrument for the purposes of section 46A of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901 .