Archived News for Education Sector Professionals
The Queensland Government has announced it has granted approval for the merger of the Central Queensland University and the Central Queensland Institute of TAFE (CGIT) to form a single dual sector university.
NCVER publishes student outcomes
More and more students are taking up vocational education and training (VET) as a response to the requirements of pre-existing employment, according to new research published by the National Centre for Vocational Education and Training (NCVER).
NT commits to Literacy and Numeracy Board
The newly elected Northern Territory Government has reiterated its commitment to the establishment of a new Literacy and Numeracy Board.
SA releases VET satisfaction rates
Over 90 per cent of South Australian Vocational Education and Training (VET) are satisfied with their training studies, according to recent research released by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER).
Top students recognised
90 top university students from Australia and the Asia Pacific region have been recognised for their outstanding work after being awarded the 2013 Prime Minister's Australia Award.
Top teachers recognised with national award
Six of the nation's best school teachers have been recognised at the 2013 Australian Awards for Outstanding Teaching and School Leadership.
Parents key to education finds report
Supportive parents and a highly engaged community are key to the success of a well rounded education, according to a new report released by the Australian Research Alliance for Children and Youth (ARACY).
University of Adelaide announces strategic goals
The University of Adelaide has pledged a ‘fundamental paradign shift’ towards smaller class sizes and the delivery of a premium student experience.
Queensland outlines VET vision
The Queensland Government has outlined its planned revitalisation of the State’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector.
WA releases skills report card
The Western Australian Government has released its first comprehensive report card for the State's workforce development plan, finding that record numbers of Western Australians are enrolled in Government-funded training positions.
ABS releases higher education report
Nearly 60 per cent of Australians now have a non-school qualification such as a degree or certificate, a report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows.
Report shows record numbers of enrollments
The Federal Government has welcomed a new report that shows that more students from regional areas and disadvantaged backgrounds are at university than ever before, and more students are securing their first choice of study.
Government promises quality education for all
The Federal Government’s National Plan for School Improvement is set to become a reality after the introduction of the Australian Education Bill 2012, enshrining the Federal Government’s ambitious target of being n the top five school nations in the world for reading, science and maths by 2025.
NAPLAN creating a 'teach-to-test' culture finds report
The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is creating an unintended side-effect of narrowing teaching strategies and approaches to the curriculum, according to a new study released by the University of Melbourne.
New CEO for TasTAFE
The Tasmanian Government has announced the appointment of Stephen Conway as the new Chief Executive Officer of TasTAFE.
Government announces $21.5 million for CADET project
Deakin University’s $55 million Centre for Advanced Design in Engineering Training (CADET) is set to proceed after the Federal Government announced it will receive $21.5 million in funding under the Regional Priorities round of the Education Investment Fund.
'Skill sets' could solve the VET puzzle finds NCVER
A new report released by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) has found that ‘skill sets’ could be a key pnak in assisting the vocational education and training (VET) system meet industry needs.
Ballarat opens new Industry Skills Centre
The University of Ballarat has announced the formation of a new Industry Skills Centre that is aimed at bolstering apprenticeships and traineeships in the region.
Government appoints new ACARA boss
The Federal Government has announced the appointment of Robert Randall as the new head of the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA).
Top agriculture school reopens
The WA College of Agriculture – Harvey has reopened its doors after the Western Australian Government delivered $26.4 million for its reconstruction.
Trainee start ups declining finds report
The number of people starting apprenticeships or traineeships have decreased in the September quarter, according to new findings released by the National Centre for Vocational Education and Research (NCVER).