Curtin University astrophysicist named among nation’s leaders in her field

Curtin University astrophysicist named among nation’s leaders in her field

A Curtin University astrophysicist has been recognised by Australia’s professional body for astronomical research for her significant contribution to advancing a greater understanding of the Universe through research.

2023 QS University World Rankings

2023 QS University World Rankings

Australian Universities have ranked well again in the latest QS University World Rankings for 2023.

NSW Top location for Innovation

NSW Top location for Innovation

NSW has Australia’s strongest startup ecosystem, world-leading universities and an unparalleled opportunity to attract major new investment, according to the latest NSW Innovation and Productivity Scorecard.

RMIT: Making muscles, building brains and the mind-blowing world of biofabrication research

RMIT: Making muscles, building brains and the mind-blowing world of biofabrication research

In a research lab at a Melbourne hospital, RMIT work is underway to turn biomedical science fiction into reality.

UTS discovers tiny Ocean Predator with appetite for Carbon Capture

UTS discovers tiny Ocean Predator with appetite for Carbon Capture

A single-celled marine microbe capable of photosynthesis and hunting and eating prey may be a secret weapon in the battle against climate change.

Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2022

Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2022

Australia has again performed very well in the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings for 2022

It’s Your Moment: Gold Coast Student Travel Grant

It’s Your Moment: Gold Coast Student Travel Grant

Study Gold Coast are offering $500 travel grants for new International Students

Current Student Visa requirements

Current Student Visa requirements

Here’s the latest information on international student visa requirements to study in Australia.

Visiting the Australian beach this summer? Here are some of our top marine animals to look out for..

Visiting the Australian beach this summer? Here are some of our top marine animals to look out for..

Australia has one of the longest coastlines in the world. And it’s packed with life of all shapes and sizes – from lively dolphins leaping offshore, to tiny crabs scurrying into their holes.

Here’s where our Aussie summertime slang has come from

Here’s where our Aussie summertime slang has come from

Summer loving happens so fast! One day, you’re sipping quarantinis in locky d. The next, you’re hosting mates for barbies. When we grab that snag, swag or esky, we’re doing more than celebrating summer. We’re celebrating it in Australian ways, and with Australian words.

Swinburne University Researchers work to develop rapid cancer detection from a single drop of blood

Swinburne University Researchers work to develop rapid cancer detection from a single drop of blood

Postdoctoral research fellow Dr Saimon Moraes Silva has been working with industry partner, Universal Biosensors, to develop a handheld device that can detect a cancer biomarker from a finger prick of blood.

Student arrival plans and latest travel advice by Australian State

Student arrival plans and latest travel advice by Australian State

The return of fully vaccinated eligible visa holders, including students, to Australia has been paused until 15 December 2021 to enable further information to be gathered on the new COVID-19 Omicron variant.

Liquid marbles: how this tiny, emerging technology could solve carbon capture and storage problems

Liquid marbles: how this tiny, emerging technology could solve carbon capture and storage problems

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) has been touted, again and again, as one of the critical technologies that could help Australia reach its climate targets, and features heavily in the federal government’s plan for net-zero emissions by 2050.

2021 South Australian Scientist of the Year

2021 South Australian Scientist of the Year

Congratulations to 2021 SA Scientist of the Year, Professor Shizeng Qiao from The University of Adelaide 👏

Exercise in a pill could offer solutions for at-risk patients ANU researchers

Exercise in a pill could offer solutions for at-risk patients ANU researchers

“Exercise in a pill” could offer solutions for at-risk patients suffering from neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

International students to return to Australia

International students to return to Australia

Fully vaccinated international students from around the world will be allowed into Australia from next week, without needing to apply for a travel exemption. Prime Minister Scott Morrison made the announcement yesterday.

University Laureate Professor first Australian woman to be elected to International Court of Justice

University Laureate Professor first Australian woman to be elected to International Court of Justice

Professor Hilary Charlesworth has been elected to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the first Australian woman and only the fifth woman elected to the United Nations body.

Australia recognises Sinovac, Covishield and Janssen vaccines

Australia recognises Sinovac, Covishield and Janssen vaccines

International students who are vaccinated with the Coronavac (Sinovac), Covishield (AstraZeneca/Serum Institute of India) and Janssen COVID-19 vaccines in their home countries will be able to re-enter Australia when travel restrictions are eased.

Updated travel arrangements for Singaporean students

Updated travel arrangements for Singaporean students

Singaporean students who are fully vaccinated will be able to return to Australia from 21 November under a pilot program announced by the Australian Government.

Melbourne University mandates COVID-19 vaccinations for anyone on site

Melbourne University mandates COVID-19 vaccinations for anyone on site

The University of Melbourne is one of the latest Victorian institutions to get behind COVID-19 vaccinations, announcing it will require everyone on campus to be fully vaccinated against the virus.

Calling all researchers keen on Australia-India collaborations

Calling all researchers keen on Australia-India collaborations

Are you looking to collaborate with Australian researchers or perhaps Indian research groups?

Relaxation of student visa work limits

Relaxation of student visa work limits

To support the delivery of essential services across Australia, the Australian Government is now allowing student visa holders to work beyond their usual work hour limits in key sectors.

QR coded vaccine certificates now available

QR coded vaccine certificates now available

International students vaccinated in Australia can now show proof they are fully vaccinated, before returning home to visit their family.

Finalists announced for 2021 NSW International Student Awards

Finalists announced for 2021 NSW International Student Awards

Twelve international students and six organisations have been announced as finalists in the 2021 NSW International Student Awards, recognising the outstanding contributions international students make to communities in NSW and celebrating excellence across the international student community engagement.

International students to return to New South Wales from December 2021

International students to return to New South Wales from December 2021

From December 2021, a small, but increasing number of international students enrolled with New South Wales (NSW) education providers will have the opportunity to return to Australia to continue their studies on campus.

Two more COVID-19 vaccines recognised by Australia as preventing virus spread

Two more COVID-19 vaccines recognised by Australia as preventing virus spread

Students vaccinated with the Covaxin and BBIBP-Corv vaccines are now able to enter Australia as soon as restrictions are lifted.

ACT prepares to welcome back international students

ACT prepares to welcome back international students

International students studying with any of Canberra’s tertiary education providers will be able to return to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) in time for semester 1, 2022 classes to resume, provided they are fully vaccinated with a vaccine recognised by Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration authority.

Australian Borders reopening soon to International Students

Australian Borders reopening soon to International Students

Once Australia’s vaccination rate hits 80% in November, borders will reopen for Australian travellers, vaccinated International students and Skilled migrants.

Forecasting space weather with a new Australian satellite

Forecasting space weather with a new Australian satellite

Collaborators from the University of Sydney, Macquarie University, and UNSW-Sydney have developed and launched a new satellite to help with Forecasting space weather.

3 free study tips that improve recall and retention

3 free study tips that improve recall and retention

Studying can be a very time consuming and stressful activity. If you’re not doing it well, it can feel like you’ve studied for hours and haven’t been able to retain anything. Or maybe you’ve found yourself reading the same line over and over again and still not understanding what it says (we’ve all been there!). So, what are some completely free and effective study tips you can start implementing immediately?