"All Australian higher education institutions have mechanisms in place to ensure that the quality of their courses and services meets the highest standards," he added.

The high commissioner was responding to recent publication by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of a list of 56 "illegal" branches of foreign universities in Bangladesh, says a press release.

The list published by the UGC may have inadvertently created the wrong impression that a number of Australian universities are operating illegally in Bangladesh.

"To clarify the situation, I can confirm there are no Australian education institutions operating any off-shore campuses in Bangladesh", said the high commissioner.

"I also wish to reassure any prospective student, and their parents, who may be considering an education in Australia, that they will receive a world-class education while enjoying the lifestyle benefits that our country offers," he added.

The high commissioner said it is very encouraging that students from Bangladesh continue to choose Australia as their education destination.

The UGC list names a number of well-known Australian tertiary institutions.

It should be stressed that these are not references to the universities themselves but rather to education agents in Bangladesh who represent these institutions.

These education agents do not deliver any education services in this country.

The Australian High Commission has been working with the UGC to correct any misperceptions regarding the status and presence of Australian educational institutions in Bangladesh, the press release added.