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On Track survey shows more students defer higher education

A growing proportion of students are choosing to defer university studies or take up apprenticeships, according to new research from the Victorian government. Click here to download the ACER eNews (PDF).

The Destinations of Victorian School Leavers:
Key Findings from the On Track Project

On Track is a Victorian Government initiative designed to ensure that all students are on a pathway to further education, training or employment after leaving school. It involves making contact with
Year 10 to 12 students in the year after they leave school to map their initial destinations and the factors involved, and offering assistance to school leavers who appear to be experiencing a
problematic transition. Click here to download Trish Corrie and Phillip McKenzie's CDAA National Career Conference Paper (PDF).

Review of Australian Higher Education report by professor denise bradley

Australia faces a critical moment in the history of higher education. There is an international consensus that the reach, quality and performance of a nation’s higher education system will be key determinants of its economic and social progress. If we are to maintain our high standard of living, underpinned by a robust democracy and a civil and just society, we need an outstanding, internationally competitive higher education system... Click here to read Professor Bradley's report.

Big Skills Conference Speech

Click here to read The Hon Julia Gillard's speech.

Student Transfer: At a Glance report

Click here to download a copy of the National Centre for Vocational Education Research's report.

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