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IRU welcomes R&D recommendations to drive a more innovative and equitable future for Australia
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) welcomes the release today of Ambitious Australia, the final report from the Australian Government’s Strategic Examination of R&D (SERD). The IRU agrees with the SERD Expert Panel that policy and funding reform is needed and…
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Unfair student fees undermining Universities Accord goals for participation and equity: IRU report
New analysis from the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) shows increasing financial and social impacts of the Job-Ready Graduates (JRG) policy, with rising costs for students and fewer students from low socioeconomic backgrounds enrolling in university, especially in the most expensive…
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Universities support ATEC for improved stewardship of the tertiary education system
All members of the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) have committed to engage constructively to support the new Australian Tertiary Education Commission (ATEC), to improve stewardship of the tertiary education system in best interests of students and communities. The seven members…
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IRU and RUN set out five point plan for a positive future for international education
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) and the Regional Universities Network (RUN), together representing 14 of Australia’s world-class universities, have today issued a joint statement with five key actions to deliver a more sustainable and equitable international education system that benefits…
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Collaboration and innovation to improve student outcomes and equity
The members of the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) network are teaming up to share best practice and improve programs that support students from under-represented backgrounds to succeed at university. The IRU has been successful in receiving a grant from the…
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IRU in India for strategic workshops on the future of international education and research
A senior delegation from the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) is in India this week to strengthen collaboration with the Indian National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) on international education and research. The delegation, led by IRU Chair and…
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Twenty universities call for urgent action on international education and a commitment to further reform
A joint statement by the Regional Universities Network (RUN), Innovative Research Universities (IRU) and Australian Technology Network of Universities (ATN) International education is essential for Australia's prosperity and global reputation. The Regional Universities Network (RUN), Innovative Research Universities (IRU) and…
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IRU leading the way in research collaboration with India for a sustainable future
Collaboration between Innovative Research Universities (IRU) members and India has increased five-fold over the last decade, which will be the focus of a meeting between IRU Vice-Chancellors and the Australian and Indian Education Ministers today. The IRU was invited to…
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First step on JRG reform would benefit 300,000 students
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) recommends immediate reform of the Job-Ready Graduates (JRG) package to support students and a more equitable higher education system. In a new report released today, the IRU provides updated modelling of options for Government for…
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Innovative Research Universities showcasing sustainability leadership and impact
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) is celebrating its members’ successes in sustainability with a new publication, Sustainable Universities and Communities. The report highlights best practice across IRU member universities with a collection of case studies that showcase the positive impact…
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IRU response to draft International Education and Skills Strategic Framework
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) warns that measures proposed in the consultation draft of the Australian Government’s new International Education and Skills Strategic Framework would fundamentally change the way Australia’s international education system works. In its submission on the draft…
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Innovative Research Universities strengthening links with Japan
Senior representatives from the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) will travel to Japan next week to strengthen collaboration with partners in higher education, government and industry. The visit is part of the IRU’s commitment to build stronger links with key partners…
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