The University of Melbourne
2010 Tertiary Education Policy Seminar
Realising the national vision for tertiary education
The Centre for the Study of Higher Education and the LH Martin Institute jointly present the University of Melbourne's "2010 Tertiary Education Policy Seminars: Realising the national vision for tertiary education".
The federal government’s 2009 budget decisions on tertiary education, following the landmark report of the 2008 National Review chaired by Professor Denise Bradley, ushered in the ‘higher education revolution’ — or so it was said by the then federal Minister for Education, Employment and Workplace Relations and now Prime Minister, Julia Gillard. The government promised to phase in the fuller indexation of grants for teaching and the full-cost funding of research, to provide subsidised higher education places to all local students accepted by universities, and to cap student tuition charges while lifting the level of federal student support. It also announced a new regulatory framework with emphasis on nationally coordinated standards and accreditation, and a long-term commitment to lift national participation and social inclusion in higher education. The 2010 budget added funding for apprenticeship training. But are these reforms on track? Do they meet national needs? Has the ‘education revolution’ now been accomplished — and what will the future bring?
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Register now - The seminars are expected to attract considerable interest and pre-registration is essential.
Seminar 1: The Caravan Moves On: The Bradley reforms after 18 months – are they on track? - Wednesday, 14 July |
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Discussion will be led by Mr Kim Bannikoff, one of Australia’s foremost educational reformers, and the newly appointed Vice-Chancellor of Deakin University, Professor Jane den Hollander. Chair: Mr Conor King, Principal Consultant PhillipsKPA. Date & time: Wednesday, 14 July, this seminar will run from 6.00pm - 8.00pm, with light refreshments will be available in the foyer from 5.30pm. Location: The Woodward Conference Centre, University of Melbourne Download video recording, find out more or download "Seminar 1" flyer |
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Seminar 2: Meanings of ‘Inclusion’: TAFE, universities and the participation agenda - Wednesday, 28 July |
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Exploring the implications of the Bradley report and 2009 budget in broadening commitment to ‘inclusion’ in tertiary education, guest speakers include Professor Ian Young, Vice-Chancellor and President of Swinburne University of Technology, and Ms Pam Christie, Deputy Director-General TAFE and Community Education, NSW. Chair: Mr Bruce Mackenzie, Chief Executive of Holmesglen Institute of TAFE, and the Chair of TAFE Directors Australia. Date & time: Wednesday, 28 July, this seminar will run from 6.00pm - 8.00pm, with light refreshments available in the foyer from 5.30pm. Download video recording, find out more or download "Seminar 2" flyer |
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Seminar 3: Australian Tertiary Education Under Reform: A helicopter view of progress and speed humps - Tuesday, 10 August |
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This seminar will begin with insights from Professor Peter Coaldrake, Vice- Chancellor at Queensland University of Technology, and Mr Jim Davidson, influential tertiary sector leader, followed by an open discussion. Chair: Professor John Dewar, Provost, University of Melbourne. Date & time: Tuesday 10 August, this seminar will run from 6.00pm - 8.00pm, with light refreshments will be available in the foyer from 5.30pm. Location: The Woodward Conference Centre, University of Melbourne Download video recording, find out more or download "Seminar 3" flyer |
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Seminar 4: The Revolution meets the Election: The future of Australian tertiary education - Wednesday, 25 August |
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Panellists for this seminar include: Mr Mike Gallagher, Executive Director of the Go8, Professor Simon Marginson, international education expert and commentator, Mr Robin Shreeve, CEO Skills Australia, and Associate Professor Leesa Wheelahan, prominent tertiary education researcher. Date & time: Wednesday, 25 August, this seminar will run from 6.00pm - 8.00pm, with light refreshments will be available in the foyer from 5.30pm. Location: The Woodward Conference Centre, University of Melbourne Download video recording, presentations and slides, find out more or download "Seminar 4" flyer |
Further information: for enquiries and to be informed when the information becomes available please contact Anita Wong on waiyw@unimelb.edu.au or +61 3 8344 0906.
Register now - The seminars are expected to attract considerable interest and pre-registration is essential.