Single Data Return

The  SDR provides the base data for compilation and analysis of tertiary education statistics on learner enrolments; enrolments and withdrawals for funding purposes (see Rule ENR590[1]); and qualification and course completions, progressions, and retentions (see Condition MOR012[2]). This information is used for reporting and monitoring purposes, such as monitoring enrolments against an Investment Plan, or tracking completions and attrition for qualifications at specific TEOs.

The SDR manual outlines the procedures for submitting data. An interactive demonstration is available to guide TEOs through the process of submitting their electronic SDR.

The SDR requirements also apply to TEIs accessing TEI-based Adult and Community Education funding.

For more information on SDR, including manuals and validation application versions, see the Services for Tertiary Education Organisations website.

 

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  Condition MOR023: Reporting - SDR enrolments and withdrawals

  Student Achievement Component-funded tertiary education organisations must complete a Single Data Return for the following:

  • All valid learner enrolments, both formal and informal
  • All learner withdrawals, both formal and informal.
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  Condition MOR012: SDR reporting

  Tertiary education organisations receiving Student Achievement Component (SAC) funding must report through the Single Data Return (SDR) by the date listed in the SDR extract timetable. Reporting includes course and qualification completions. 

  If a SAC-funded TEO fails to submit the SDR electronically in accordance with the SDR manual requirements, the Tertiary Education Commission may suspend funding to that TEO for a period it considers appropriate. If the TEO continues to fail to submit the SDR, both the following may be withdrawn:

  • All access by the TEO to SAC funding
  • Access for new learners to student allowances and the Student Loan Scheme.