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The University of Wollongong (UOW) has outlined a revitalisation program aimed at making Wollongong the city of choice for future students and staff.
In releasing the university's five-year plan, Vice Chancellor Professor Paul Wellings said that he intends to see the university secure a place in the top one per cent of the world's universities.
"A place in the top 1% *of the world’s universities will advance our capacity to attract highly qualified staff and students that will, in turn, bring the recognition, skills and partnerships to enrich further the quality and impact of our research and teaching. Moreover, it will boost our capacity to open up opportunities for student access and contribute to regional developments,” Professor Wellings said.
Implement Gonski now or suffer the consequences says expert
The Gonski recommendations need to be implemented as soon as possible, or else the country faces perpetuating education disadvantage, according to Professor Richard Teese from the Melbourne Graduate School of Education.
Study backs tough measures on dropouts
Research conducted by the University of Melbourne has backed tougher government measures aimed at coercing early school leavers back into the education system.
SA councils sign up for child friendly communities
The South Australian Government and the SA Local Government Association has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), formalising their mutual commitment to developing child friendly communities.
Victoria announces language education revamp
The Victorian Government has revealed a plan aimed at increase and revamp the teaching of languages in Victorian schools, with State Education Minister Martin Dixon saying the move will mean thousands more students will be learning a language in 2013.
WA launches school engineering initiative
The Western Australian Government has launched a new initiative that will offer engineering program for school students that will be housed at the $63 million Governor Stirling Senior High School in Midland from 2013.
Davis to continue at the helm
Melbourne University has offered an extension to Professor Glyn Davis' contact as Vice-Chancellor, seeing the current contract extended to January 2017.
Ferguson appointed research manager at NCVER
The National Centre of Vocational Education Research (NCVER) has announced the appointment of Sue Ferguson as General Manager Research.
Government announces empowering initiative for SA schools
The Federal Government has announced the 83 private, Catholic and public schools that will share in $5.5 million in funding under the Empowering Local Schools initiative aimed at fostering cooperation and autonomy within the school education system.
Queensland opens scholarships for women in male dominated industries
The Queensland Government has opened the first round of the new Supporting Women Scholarships, aimed at assisting women to enter traditionally male dominated industries.
Queensland to expand international student health cover
The Queensland Government has announced it will allow international students with Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) to access treatment at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital.
Victoria TAFE battlelines drawn
The ongoing and increasingly public debate over TAFE funding in Victoria has descended into an unseemly brawl, with thousands of teachers descending on Central Melbourne to protest the cuts.
Australian universities shine on global stage
Australian Universities have taken a larger stake of the world’s top 500 universities, with five universities taking top 100 places.
ACARA releases business and economics curriculum draft paper
The Australian Curriculum Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) has released a draft paper outlining proposed developments of the Australian Curriculum for the teaching of business and economics.
ANU opens new research centre
The Australian National University (ANU) has opened the final stage of The John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR).
Agreement to form teacher performance reviews
A new agreement reached between Federal and State Education Ministers will see a annual performance review of the country's teachers.
Government announces NBN education initiatives
The Federal Government has awarded $27 million to 12 projects under the new NBN-Enabled Education and Skills Services Program, which aims to integrate the use of the National Broadband Network into schools to enhance education and training outcomes for students.
Government launches financial literacy teaching resource
The Federal Government has launched its new MoneySmart Teaching Primary Package, aimed at helping young Australian students become more confident, informed and responsible financial consumers.
Simulation facility opens in Melbourne
An Australian first building and construction simulation facility has opened in South Melbourne, which is expected to be able to train up to 7,000 building and construction industry professionals and students a year.
Slash non-socially benefitial subisides urges report
An unclear contribution to broader society and a generally strong private result means graduates should pay more for their courses, according to a report released by the Grattan Institute.
Flinders Uni to launch Tonsley Park centre
Flinders University has announced it will establish a teaching and research centre at South Australia’s new advanced manufacturing hub in Adelaide’s Tonsley Park.