Post-Study Work Rights (PSWRs) are granted through temporary visas that allow international students to remain and work in the host country after graduation. This research note investigates the economic consequences of extending PSWRs durations. While extending PSWRs was effective in increasing enrolments, it did not lead to clear improvements in international graduates’ labour market outcomes.

The university sector is in a governance crisis, fuelled by its lack of accountability to staff, students, federal or state governments. This paper explores international models and presents seven recommendations to fix university governance and create an equitable university sector that treats education as a public service.

This note presents the number of student visa holders present in Australia from 2006 to 2024. Over this period, the international student population grew by 191%, while Australia’s estimated resident population grew by 33%. The paper finds that the number of international students studying in Australia reached a record high in 2024.

To sustain a strong research workforce and maintain competitive research standards, this report argues Australia must implement policies and resources that attract and support talented PhD candidates.

A study is being undertaken into the prevalence, nature and impact of racism in Australian universities for both staff and students at the individual and systemic level. This interim report outlines how this will be done and provides initial insights reflecting stakeholder feedback, emerging themes and early issues for consideration. It highlights a range of...