Universities ‘seek more value’ from branch campuses RMIT University’s plan to have greater control over Vietnam outpost reflects new ‘phase’ of ‘networked global institutions’, say experts By Ellie Bothwell 12 June
‘Block teaching’ model ripe for copycats Teaching experts watching success of Victoria University experiment closely By John Ross 4 June
Australian vice-chancellors join the millionaires’ club Michael Spence maintains status as Australia’s highest-paid university leader despite cut in salary By John Ross 4 June
David Christian: the historian taking the longest view New book sets human history in the light of the wider trends that have shaped the universe By Matthew Reisz 3 June
New Zealand plans three-year work right for foreign graduates Proposals also curtail opportunities for dependants of international students in the country By John Ross 1 June
Scholarly societies ‘more diverse than universities’ World-first study suggests scientific societies may offer an underappreciated avenue for female academics to burst through the glass ceiling By John Ross 1 June
Australian campuses pressed on accommodation for rural students Government backs report proposals to increase regional people’s participation By John Ross 30 May
Australian university breaks ranks on admissions scores Australian National University introduces early applications and ‘whole-person’ tests in latest snub to ATAR By John Ross 29 May
Putting Australian v-c pay into perspective The stratospheric sums pocketed by university bosses make little sense, but nothing about salaries makes much sense By John Ross 29 May
‘Block teaching’ model rolled out as pass rates soar Melbourne university reports improved student achievement and retention By John Ross 29 May
Chinese students undeterred from study Down Under International recruitment set to rise in Australia as visa applications rebound By John Ross 27 May
Academics can help prevent policy disasters, ex-minister insists University expertise gives decision-makers breathing space, says former foreign secretary By John Ross 27 May