Tertiary Education Support

The Tertiary Education Support Program strengthens tertiary education institutions and builds workforce capacity through targeted institutional strengthening and higher education initiatives. A key focus of the program is supporting the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) to enhance the quality, relevance, and accessibility of higher education, ensuring graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to contribute to the country's development priorities.

Through partnerships with Australian and regional institutions, the program supports curriculum development, academic staff training, leadership development, and quality assurance initiatives that strengthen institutional performance and sustainability. These investments help build a highly skilled workforce capable of meeting current and future national needs across critical sectors.

Short Courses contribute to these objectives by providing targeted higher education and professional development opportunities for academic staff and tertiary education leaders. By strengthening teaching, leadership, and technical expertise, the scholarships enhance the quality of teaching and learning, support institutional improvement, and build long-term capacity within the tertiary education sector in Solomon Islands.

About SINU

The Solomon Islands National University is the national university of Solomon Islands and the country's leading institution for higher education, skills training, and applied research. Established on 1 January 2013, SINU succeeded the Solomon Islands College of Higher Education (SICHE), which had served the country's tertiary education needs since 1984.

SINU's mission is to help meet the national development goals of Solomon Islands by transforming lives through advanced knowledge, skills development, research, and innovation. The university aims to provide high-quality, inclusive, and relevant education that responds to the needs of communities, industries, and the public sector, while contributing to sustainable social and economic development.

Today, SINU offers a wide range of programs across disciplines including education, humanities, nursing, medicine, health sciences, science and technology, agriculture, fisheries, forestry, business, and tourism. Through its teaching, research, and community engagement activities, the university plays a critical role in developing the skilled workforce and future leaders needed to support Solomon Islands' growth and prosperity.