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University aims to stub out problem smoking for good

Researchers from Flinders University are closing in on a long-term solution to tobacco addiction

Mental health support a priority as bushfires rage

As universities move to help bushfire-hit communities, the Federal Government is pledging to help the education sector get back on its feet

What does 2020 hold for university enrolments?

Some universities are seeing an increase in the number of course offerings despite projections of lower domestic enrolments

University’s new student equity expert begins tenure

Curtin University will be starting 2020 strong with an experienced new director at the helm of its national student equity centre

What makes an effective VET leader?

Australia’s best VET teacher, Sally Ford, tells The Educator about her secrets to success

How universities are helping to reduce bushfire casualties

While some academics are focussed on wildlife recovery, others are looking at ways in which Australia can avoid bushfire casualties

High STEM interest seen in UQ, QUT January offers

STEM-related courses continue to be in strong demand among incoming university students

How to train effective STEM teachers

Flinders University’s teacher training program is also encouraging students to consider a career in STEM

RMIT receives funding for ground-breaking stem cell research

The newly announced funding will help researchers develop a new therapy that aims to rebuild damaged parts of the human brain

RMIT’s new program seeks to address IT skills gap

With 61% Australians feeling unskilled for the future of work, RMIT is offering a short course to keep them up to date