This inquiry looks at the challenges to Australian industries and jobs posed by increasing global competition in innovation, science, engineering, research and education. Innovation has consistently been acknowledged as a fundamental driver of productivity and economic growth which can deliver positive social and environmental outcomes by peak international bodies, key industry stakeholders, government and academia...

This policy paper outlines ways to strengthen incentives for industry and universities to support industry driven research.

In order to be competitive domestically and internationally, Australia needs to produce graduates with the skills and knowledge required for employment in their various fields. The quality of our higher education providers has a direct impact on the quality of our students. While there are many high quality service providers in Australia who already meet...

Examines the challenges young people are facing in getting a start in the workforce and how prepared they are for the rapidly changing world of work. Summary FYA’s Annual Report Card on How are young people faring in the transition from school to work examines the challenges young people are facing in getting a start...

This consultation contains proposals to reshape the higher education landscape to have students at its heart. Its core aims are to raise teaching standards, provide greater focus on graduate employability, widen participation in higher education, and open up the sector to new high-quality entrants.