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Sharper Incentives: proposed changes and rules for Research Block Grants – IRU submission
The essence of the 2015 Watt Review of Research Policy and Funding Arrangements proposals for research block grants is that universities should be responsible for the use of funds against the two prime purposes of supporting the universities’ research output…
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Medical Research Future Fund 5 Year Strategy – IRU submission
The MRFF five-year strategy should focus on: Research that leads to improved and equitable health outcomes across Australia. This can be achieved through targeting: the translation of health research; issues relating to health systems and the efficiency of delivery for…
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The Transparency of University Admissions: IRU Submission
The consultation on the Transparency of Higher Education Admissions Processes is an opportunity to improve potential university applicants’ understanding of tertiary admission processes in Australia. The outcome should be to ensure applicants are clearer about their likelihood of an offer…
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National Strategy for International Education sets the directions
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) congratulates the Government on the release of the National Strategy for International Education, with the companion documents supporting long-term engagement with international graduates and setting a roadmap to expand further Australia’s role in meeting demand…
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Innovation and Creativity of the Future Workforce: NISA #5
In its response, IRU outlines the challenges for universities to respond to predicted and unpredicted changes in the future workforce. Universities need more flexibility to be able to develop new and adaptable qualification options. IRU universities are collectively and individually…
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Innovation Incubators: #NISA 4
IRU supports the general thrust of the government’s proposal with its focus on establishing new incubators in regions or industry sectors where none or few exist as well as expanding the services offered by existing incubators. To determine the existing…
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New Colombo Plan – Indigenous Focus: IRU response
The IRU members strive to be universities of choice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff, promoting understanding of Indigenous knowledges in education, research and policy. The IRU supports the aim of the NCP Secretariat within DFAT to encourage…
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The Entrepreneur Visa: NISA #3
In its third submission to the government’s National Innovation and Science Agenda (NISA), Innovative Research Universities (IRU) supports the government’s plan to introduce a new Entrepreneur visa as a clear pathway to attract more entrepreneurial and research talent to Australia.…
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