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Australia’s future scientific capability is at a crossroads. New national reports warn of widening gaps in critical fields, including biotechnology, climate science, data science, geoscience and materials science. Australian University Science helps you navigate the vital role universities must play in building the nation’s future workforce.
Brought to you by the Australian Council of Deans of Science, this collection of articles shares insights from Australia’s leading voices in science, education and industry.
Together, we unpack the Australian Academy of Science’s landmark report Australian Science, Australia’s Future, Jobs and Skills Australia’s Connecting for Impact.
You’ll find perspectives from Bill Shorten, Anna-Maria Arabia, Professor Ian Chubb and many of the great minds working at Australia’s universities.
Get ready to help build the scientific workforce of tomorrow.
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Sounding the alarm on Australia’s future workforce
The warning is clear: policymakers are running out of time. Ignoring higher education policy now risks leaving Australia underprepared for climate disruption, the critical minerals transition and the AI revolution.
Universities must be the beating heart of Australia’s economy
From world-class scientific research to economic, environmental and social value, universities are vital for circulating knowledge and talent. Professor Robyn Murphy, Dean of the School of Agriculture, Biomedicine and Environment at La Trobe University, makes the case for why universities must sit at the centre of Australia’s economic future.
Closing the gaps in Australia’s future science workforce
Australia’s scientific workforce is leaking lifeblood, with critical areas showing significant capability gaps. Australian University Science talks with academics around the country to find the answers.
From knowledge to capability: 3 ways industry collaboration is breaking new ground
Universities play a pivotal role in national innovation systems. Graduates must be ready with the practical skills needed to meet deadlines, deliver value and operate in competitive markets. These 3 universities show us how.
Harmonised learning: building a joined-up education system from school to university
A joined-up tertiary system – also known as harmonised learning – can boost workforce mobility, strengthen skills development and support seamless progression from vocational training through to advanced research, and it’s already started across Australia.
A joined-up skills system: universities, TAFEs and industry working as one
Closing the gap between training and employment outcomes requires coordinated action, with initiatives from the University of Wollongong and Western Sydney University pointing the way forward.
Mining the gap: how universities must forge the critical minerals workforce
A national push for critical minerals exposes a weakness in our geology workforce, but also creates a rare chance for universities to rebuild it.