Higher Education

Professor Nigel Andrew gives the keynote address at the 2024 AES Conference - Newsreel

Prestigious medal for Southern Cross academic

Professor Nigel Andrew, from Southern Cross University, has been awarded the 2024 Ian Mackerras Medal for his contributions to insect science. The medal is the
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Skills-based qualifications to drive future jobs growth

Nearly all the jobs that will drive employment growth in Australia over the next decade will need more than a high school qualification. The 2024 Jobs and Skills Report
Read more 19 November 2024
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Strathpine set to be a hub of student activity

The Moreton Bay suburb of Strathpine will be home to one of the first Suburban University Study Hubs (SUSHs) in Australia. The centre, 20km north of Brisbane, will be
Read more 18 November 2024
Seagrass nursery, Gladstone, Queensland. | Newsreel

World-leading seagrass nursery supports Reef restoration

The world’s largest seagrass nursery has been unveiled in central Queensland, boosting restoration efforts on the Great Barrier Reef. Great Barrier Reef Foundation
Read more 18 November 2024
Joseph Moss in Queensland Ballet's The Little Mermaid.

Diversified Brisbane inner-city generates $32.5 billion

Brisbane’s Arts scene has bounced back from its COVID-induced doldrums, as a new report reveals a more buoyant and diversified inner-city. The Committee for
Read more 14 November 2024
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International student cap to save renters $5 per week

Capping international student numbers will have little impact on Australia’s rental market. New research commissioned by the Student Accommodation Council found
Read more 12 November 2024
University student in lecture. | Newsreel

Extra help for student debt burden as threshold lifts

Australians will need to earn at least $67,000 next year before they need to start repaying their student debt. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said, from July 1 next
Read more 5 November 2024
Mt Maria College Petrie principal Kerry Maher and students.

Partnerships open up pathways for Petrie students

Partnering with both the tertiary and VET sectors has given all students at a high school north of Brisbane tailored career pathways. Mt Maria College Petrie Principal
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SCU Faculty of Health lecturer Lily Guo

SCU brings medical laboratory degree to Gold Coast campus

Southern Cross University will introduce a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science degree program at its Gold Coast campus in 2025. Medical Laboratory Science is a
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Jamie and Libb Callister with Dean of Science and Engineering Jon Hill

Vegemite inventor honoured with new scholarship

Southern Cross University has a new scholarship named in honour of the scientist best known as the inventor of Vegemite. The Cyril Callister Foundation is offering the
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