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Application deadline extended for First Nations Fellowship to drive equity in higher education

4 October 2023

The National Centre for Student Equity in Higher Education (NCSEHE) at Curtin University has extended the deadline for applicants to apply for its inaugural First Nations ...

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First Nations Fellowship among programs to drive equity in higher education

22 August 2023

The National Centre for Student Equity in Higher Education (NCSEHE) at Curtin University today launched three separate research funding programs aimed at giving students from ...

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Renowned leader and advisor to spearhead national student equity centre 

6 April 2023

A prominent leader and advisor across government, industry and academia has been appointed the new Director of the revitalised National Centre for Student Equity in Higher ...

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New research — University-wide accessibility enhances experiences for students with disability

8 March 2022

New research has shown a universal approach to accessible facilities, course delivery, and disability awareness will enhance participation and success for university students ...

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New research — Improve Indigenous access to healthcare professions for community wellbeing

2 March 2022

Attracting more Indigenous students to healthcare professions has been recommended to improve health outcomes for Indigenous Australians. A new report by National Centre for ...

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New research — Empowering students with disability to better manage their careers

23 February 2022

Improved university staff training will inform and enhance careers support for students with disability, new research has found. The study by National Centre for Student ...

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New research — Personal connections key to the success of Indigenous university outreach

16 February 2022

Indigenous school students value the opportunity to build connections with their peers through university outreach camps, but more could be done to improve the delivery and ...

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Insights from country students inform effective university supports

9 February 2022

A universal understanding of the challenges faced by university students from regional, rural and remote (RRR) areas would inform equitable course delivery and support ...

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New research: Creative approach shapes student perceptions of STEM

25 August 2021

Micro-surveys of school student attitudes have shown creative, careers-focused learning programs build aspirations and confidence in science and mathematics. The University of ...

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New research: Virtual internships diversify workplace opportunities

11 August 2021

University of Sydney research has found online work placements benefit students from disadvantaged backgrounds if their diversity and strengths are recognised through ...

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