a sequence of vocational training that satisfies the principles of the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) and leads to a qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)

Course that has an assessment component and counts towards an academic award. The majority of courses offered by Birkbeck fall into this category.

Regognition and acceptance of the academic standards of a course or program of study by an outside accreditation agency, association or body such as an examination board or a professional and qualifying body.

A course that leads to an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification or Statement of Attainment that is nationally recognised. The accredited course has been endorsed by either a state or national authority responsible for accrediting courses against agreed principles of accreditation. In Victoria, the statutory Authority is the Victorian Qualifications Authority (VQA).