The changing face of higher education
With increased competition from online and international universities, Australia’s tertiary education system may be in need of change.
Brisbane public transport fails to deliver
Students from the University of Queensland (UQ) St Lucia campus are angry and frustrated at Translink and Queensland Rail services.
Happy to be part of a ‘very multicultural society’
Four young Muslim men discuss their experiences in Australia
Achieving diversity in universities
Madonna Nicoll has been in a wheelchair her whole life but says it has never stopped her from achieving her dream of attending university.
University debate resurfaces as graduates prepare for future
Debate over journalism education is as relevant as ever
Students break down public transport
Students at the University of Queensland are gradually increasing their use of public transport, hear what they have to say.
Australian universities challenged to grow with Asia
Since 2009 the number of international students choosing to come to Australia has steadily been decreasing but Australian universities are still well positioned to grow with Asia.
Costs and new roads means fewer catch the bus
Despite multiple improvements to Brisbane’s public transport network the number of people using the system is falling.
Job opportunities rely on experience
The Australian employment rate has decreased over the last two years, so Jac digital reporter Adam Robinson prepares students for future employment.
Should students pay more for education?
A new report released by the Grattan Institute, says that by the middle of this decade tertiary education subsidies will have cost taxpayers $7 billion, but it was unclear why students should have their education paid for by the public.
Fewer jobs for nurses
The current lack of vacancies in Australia’s professional work place is halting employment prospects for newly exited tertiary educated students.
Are university rankings a true measure of quality?
Queensland boasts a number of universities but one consistently tops the world university rankings as the best. But many within the university system have called the rankings unhelpful and discriminatory.
UQ students drive to class
University of Queensland (UQ) students are choosing to drive to university rather than catch public transport.
UQ parking premium infuriates students and staff
Students and staff at the University of Queensland compete for car parks, misconceptions over commuter parking issue.
Community engagement makes fasting fun
Fasting is the act of willingly abstaining from food, drink or acts for a period of time. Muslims participating in Ramadan yearly or Catholics participating in Good Friday are the obvious groups who would fast. But who else would willingly participate in such hardships? The answer, most religions and belief and more people are embracing [...]
Watch the 3MT final live
The final of the Three Minute Thesis competition is being held at the University of Queensland’s St Lucia campus at 2pm on September 18.
Three Minute Thesis to stream live
The University of Queensland’s Three Minute Thesis competition will be streaming live on JACdigital and JACradio on Tuesday September 18.
UQ students withdraw from elections
At least 60 candidates for the upcoming University of Queensland (UQ) student election have withdrawn their nominations and publicly protested today.
Ekka ‘experience’ leads to jobs
Channel 9 is again working with students from the UQ School of Journalism and Communication, in honing their broadcast television skills.
Show girl dazzles again
Celebrating their 30th year, the Miss Show Girl pageant is looking for a new face again
New attractions thrill crowds
Kathryn Foran discovers the latest thrills the Ekka has on offer this year
Ekka prepares students for work
Food, farming and fashion are just a taste of what five School of Journalism and Communication (SJC) students will experience at this year’s Ekka. UQ journalism students will be reporting on the sights and sounds of the 2012 Brisbane Exhibition alongside Nine News television professionals.
