We monitor, report and track the performance of Australia's education and health systems, and the outcomes for Australians.

Our reports help inform the development and discussion of improved policy. 

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Election 2022: Early Childhood Education & Care Policy Brief

10 May 2022

Cost of living pressures and debates about women’s social and economic security mean early childhood education and care (ECEC) is a key election battleground.

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Childcare deserts & oases: How accessible is childcare in Australia?

22 March 2022

More than nine million Australians live in an area where there are insufficient childcare places for families, according to the most comprehensive analysis ever undertaken into childcare availability in Australia.

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Inside the black box of the VU Block Model

16 February 2022

The VU Block Model structure improves student retention and pass rates, especially for those from disadvantaged backgrounds a new study released today from Victoria University has found.

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Children, young people & health in Brimbank

6 January 2022

A new report form Victoria University’s Mitchell Institute shows a significant improvement in young people in Melbourne’s inner west undertaking full-time education.

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Student, interrupted: International education & the pandemic

14 December 2021

A new report from education policy think tank Mitchell Institute at Victoria University shows that countries with open borders are experiencing an international student revival.

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Industry experiences & their role in education to work transitions

8 December 2021

New commissioned research from the Mitchell Institute shows work experience while studying is associated with better labour outcomes at age 25.

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Review of University-Industry Collaboration in Teaching and Learning

8 December 2021

Adjunct Professor Peter Dawkins has delivered the Review of University-Industry Collaboration in Teaching and Learning, commissioned by the Federal Department for Education, Skills and Training.

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COVID-19 & early childhood education & care

28 October 2021

Our new report looks at the health risks posed to young children from COVID, their risk of transmitting the virus and the strategies early learning centres need to implement to reduce the risk of transmission.

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Australian investment in higher education 2021

30 August 2021

A new report from Victoria University’s Mitchell Institute shows that Australian university profits plummeted by $1.6 billion to just $669 million in 2020.

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