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How is Australia dealing with the STEM crisis?
With low uptake of science and mathematics subjects by school students and dwindling interest in related tertiary courses, there's much to be done to raise the appeal of STEM disciplines.
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Government puts university fee deregulation on hold
If your child is looking at their post-school study options, you may be concerned about the higher education reforms introduced in last year's Federal Budget - primarily the proposed deregulation of university fees.
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Your child's gap year options: working overseas
If travelling overseas is on your child's radar, we explore some of the exciting gap year opportunities they may consider when they head abroad.
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Should maths and science be compulsory in Year 12?
Federal Education Minister Christopher Pyne has put forward a proposal to enforce study of a maths or science subject in Year 12. We take a look at what the changes would mean for your child, as well as some of the arguments on both sides.
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What you need to know about academic tuition
If your child could benefit from some extra assistance with their schoolwork, you may consider getting a tutor.
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How to get your child out of their comfort zone
If you want your child to extend their options and get out of their comfort zone, it's all about ensuring they try new things.
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Choosing the right school for your child
Choosing a school is no easy feat. There's a lot to consider and it's made no simpler by the many ways in which schools vary.
Read moreAcademic terminology glossary
If you feel like you're trying to learn another language when reading about your child's schooling, we explain some of the jargon you may encounter.
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Assisting your child with university course preferences
As a parent, you play a vital role in supporting your child and helping them through the course preference period.
The parents' guide to senior subject choices
If your child is preparing to enter their final years of school, read on as we answer some of the most common questions about Year 11 and 12 subject selection.
Read moreWhat the Budget means for your child's schooling
Released in May, the federal government's Budget will see Australian families facing a number of changes, many of which will affect school and further education.
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Sampling tertiary study during the high school years
If your child is in their last few years of school, you may not be aware that they can sample tertiary study before they graduate.
Top 10 educational apps for kids
Smartphones and tablets and the apps that go with them can have a reputation for being time wasters and distractions, but they aren't just for games or social networking.
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Your child's tertiary study options
If your child is coming to end of their time at secondary school, you may be wondering about their tertiary study options.
Extracurricular options for your child
Students have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of co-curricular and extracurricular activities during their schooling years.
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