Third Degree (Age)

Our universities are attracting overseas attention - but not for the right reasons. By Erica Cervini.

As a prospective student, how much do you discover going to each university's website? It's a mixed bag, say Erica Cervini.

The Australian Research Council hands out millions in grants each year, but just how accountable is it? By Erica Cervini.

Cheating and plagiarism are problems for local universities, but who is watching their offshore campuses? By Erica Cervini.

Australia's academics have a low opinion of university management and leadership, according to a new survey. By Erica Cervini.

Students like their lectures delivered with a touch of vaudeville. Welcome to the world of ''edutainers''. By Erica Cervini.

Higher education hasn't really registered on the election radar. So much for the revolution. By Erica Cervini.

Australian politicians from Julia Gillard and Tony Abbott down have developed their skills at university, writes Erica Cervini.

Despite what universities say, changes to visa rules are not the only barrier to attracting more overseas students to Australia, writes Erica Cervini.

Just about everyone is receiving one, which raises questions about what an honorary doctorate is worth. By Erica Cervini.

They've become the workhorses in most universities, but what chance does a casual academic have of securing a permanent job? By Erica Cervini.

State universities are underfunded, yet struggling private colleges are receiving government handouts. By Erica Cervini

If higher education has faded as a public issue, perhaps it's because academics are such poor advocates, writes Erica Cervini.

Competition is heating up among Australian universities to snare medical students but it pays to shop around, writes Erica Cervini.