The Single Data Return is the source of information for the tertiary funding system. This information forms the basis of calculation of EFTS entitlements for individual providers. The return also provides the base data for compilation, analysis, and reporting of tertiary education statistics on student enrolments and qualification completions.
The Single Data Return provides one central point for the collection, processing and delivery of information from tertiary education providers to education agencies. The Single Data Return data set will/does meet the information requirements for the Ministry of Education and the Tertiary Education Commission for both the funding system and statistical reporting.