AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoInternational Education: Tougher student-visa rules and proposed migration cuts are leaving international students and families uncertain about study plans and costs. Tasmania’s vice-chancellor warns the migration debate is also damaging Australia’s reputation in Asia. University Workforce: Staff at Brisbane’s UQ, QUT and Griffith have struck over pay, job security and workloads. UQ’s offer of 15.5% over four years is below inflation; QUT and Griffith have yet to make offers. Higher Education Reform: Parliament has passed legislation aimed at helping more Australians attend university, while Curtin is fighting a proposed WA mega-university merger amid questions over its case and impact. AI and Learning: Australian educators face growing concerns that students may mistake AI-assisted work for real understanding, prompting calls for universities to rethink teaching.
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