Australian Qualifications Framework

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Grad Diploma Masters Degree Doctoral Degree A1Basic functional knowledge & skills B1Routine work & further learning C1Skilled work with broad knowledge D1Specialised knowledge for technical work E1Broad theoretical & technical knowledge F1Broad knowledge for paraprofessional work G1Broad & coherent knowledge for professional work H1Advanced knowledge for professional/research work I1Specialised knowledge for research & practice J1Systematic understanding for advancement of knowledge A20.5-1 year B20.5-1 year C21-2 years D20.5-2 years E21-2 years F21.5-2 years G23-4 years H20.5-2 years I21-2 years J24+ years A3ASQA B3ASQA C3ASQA D3ASQA E3ASQA / TEQSA F3ASQA / TEQSA G3ASQA / TEQSA H3TEQSA I3TEQSA J3TEQSA A4RTOs B4RTOs C4RTOs D4RTOs E4RTOs / Universities F4RTOs / Universities G4RTOs / Universities H4Universities I4Universities J4Universities