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Computer science course delivers cutting-edge skills
The University of Notre Dame Australia is launching a cutting-edge computer science program that gives students the opportunity to become experts in artificial intelligence, cyber security and data science.
Kohn receives ACU honour for her spirited reflections
Rachael Kohn, one of the most recognised voices on ABC Radio, is now the recipient of an honorary degree from Australian Catholic University.
Teaching, nursing students to be paid during placements
Student teachers, nurses, midwives and social workers will receive a $320 weekly payment during their mandatory placements under a new cost-of-living measure in the May Budget. Source: The Guardian.
Labor wipes out $3 billion of student debt
More than three million Australians will have their student debt wiped in a bid to win over younger voters who have been crushed by the cost-of-living crisis. Source: SBS News.
Albanese flags HECS overhaul in budget
The Albanese Government is expected to change the rate and timing of HECS indexation in the federal budget as people grappling with massive student debt brace for another large rise in June. Source: The Age.
Susan Pascoe AM accepts Honorary Doctorate from ACU
Susan Pascoe has accepted an Honorary Doctorate from Australian Catholic University, conferred in recognition of her years of service in Australia and overseas in the fields of education, public administration, charity, religion, and community.
New $5 million facility boosts ACU’s research capacity
The Australian Catholic University has opened its state-of-the-art human metabolic chamber – the only one of its kind in the southern hemisphere – at its Melbourne campus in Fitzroy.
Pressure mounts on Government to overhaul ‘unfair’ HECS system
Former Treasury Secretary Ken Henry has backed an urgent overhaul of the Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) system, saying it is worsening the inequality gap between younger Australians and older generations. Source: 9news.com.au.
ACU Prize for Poetry a matter of faith
Entries for the ACU Prize for Poetry have opened, with the competition this year calling for poems on the theme of faith. Source: Australian Catholic University.