Australia Halts New Students in Graduate Diploma Course
The Australian government has announced a new restriction on international students, stopping new overseas students from enrolling in the Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning), also known by the course code BSB80120.
The decision will take effect from October 5, 2026. From that date, education providers will no longer be allowed to enroll new international students in this particular course under Australia’s international education system.
The announcement was made on September 4 by Assistant Minister for International Education Julian Hill. The move is significant because it is the first time the Australian government has used its newly introduced powers to cancel or suspend a specific course for international students.
According to the government, concerns were raised about the way some students were using the course after arriving in Australia. Officials said some non-genuine students were enrolling in the program mainly to change their visa status rather than to complete their studies.
The government also pointed to other concerns surrounding the course. It said the program had experienced high rates of visa refusals, while some students also left the course without completing their studies. These factors raised questions about whether the course was being used for its intended educational purpose.
Australian authorities have been increasing their focus on the quality and integrity of the international education system. The government has said that courses and education providers should support genuine students who want to study in Australia, rather than being used mainly as a pathway for visa changes.
The latest decision is expected to affect students who were planning to choose this course as part of their study plans in Australia. Prospective international students will need to consider other eligible courses if they intend to study in the country after the new restriction comes into effect.
However, the government has made it clear that students who are already enrolled in the Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) will not be affected by the decision. Existing students can continue their studies under their current arrangements.
The move highlights Australia’s continued efforts to manage its international student system and prevent misuse of student visas. The government is expected to continue monitoring courses where there are concerns about student outcomes, visa applications or enrolment patterns.
For international students planning to study in Australia, the announcement is another reminder to carefully check course eligibility and visa requirements before making study and financial plans.