This paper contains an overview of the key findings of Module A of the OECD Higher Education Policy Survey (HEPS) 2022, which had a thematic focus on digitalisation policy in OECD member and accession countries’ higher education systems.

The Australian Universities Accord has identified a needs-based funding model for higher education as a possible policy direction. The analysis in this brief shows the Australian Universities Accord was right to identify a needs-based funding model as a possible approach. But more research is needed to make sure the settings are right.

On the balance of the evidence considered by the Committee during this inquiry, the economic and social interests of the State of South Australia are likely to be advanced by the amalgamation of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia.

Howard-era reforms to higher education have led to a lack of transparency and democratic accountability within the councils that govern Australia’s public universities. These issues are epitomised in the proposed merger of the University of Adelaide with the University of South Australia, a case which shows why reform is needed, argue the authors of this...

This interim report outlines a vision for the future of Australia’s higher education system. The report reflects high-quality, thoughtful submissions and extensive engagement with a wide range of stakeholders. It contains five recommendations for priority action, and raises issues for further discussion to inform the Review’s final report.