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New international enrolments blocked in course linked to visa misuse

Reported on 3 September 2026 · Student

Newspaper story: a media report, not an official government announcement.

Media report (not official): ABC reports the government has stopped new international enrolments in a graduate diploma of management course it believes was used by non-genuine students to extend their stay. Current students can complete the course, but providers and agents cannot recruit new overseas students into it.

Media report (not official): ABC reports the government has stopped new international enrolments in a graduate diploma of management course it believes was used by non-genuine students to extend their stay. Current students can complete the course, but providers and agents cannot recruit new overseas students into it.

This is a media report, not an official government announcement. Rules only change when the Department of Home Affairs, the Minister or new legislation says so. If this story could affect your visa, speak to our registered migration agents and lawyers before you act.

Reported by: ABC News

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