Canberra College of Advanced Education
CCAE
1967 – 1990
College of advanced education in Canberra offering vocationally oriented degrees and diplomas in fields such as administration, teacher education, applied science and information studies.
How it came into existence
Established in 1967 by a Commonwealth ordinance for the Australian Capital Territory as a college of advanced education, following the Martin Committee's recommendations for a non-university tertiary sector; teaching began in 1968 and the college developed its campus at Bruce. It was a new institution with no Commonwealth predecessor.
Changes during its life
- 11 May 1989With ACT self-government its enabling ordinance became an enactment of the Australian Capital Territory.
How it ended
Became the University of Canberra in 1990 under Australian Capital Territory legislation, as part of the Unified National System of higher education.
Main functions
- Degree and diploma courses in professional and vocational fields
- Teacher education
- Administrative and business studies, including for the public service
- Applied science and information studies
Where it sits
Last in the portfolio of Department of Employment, Education and Training.
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Sources
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