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Aussie uni utilises AR and VR to discover the human body
EduTech

Aussie uni utilises AR and VR to discover the human body

Students studying anatomy at La Trobe University are utilising digital technologies as opposed to textbooks to learn about the human body.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2019
Sunway University launches SOC Lab powered by RSA Security
EduTech

Sunway University launches SOC Lab powered by RSA Security

Sunway University has launched its new SOC Lab powered by RSA Security, investing MYR RM3 million in cybersecurity training and research facilities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2019
Degree no longer mandatory with tech opportunities - NZTech
EduTech

Degree no longer mandatory with tech opportunities - NZTech

New Zealand could see a 204% increase in GDP by matching Finland's education outcomes, says NZTech CEO Graeme Muller.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Sep 2017
THETA 2017 gathers tertiary industry to discuss tech
EduTech

THETA 2017 gathers tertiary industry to discuss tech

THETA 2017 is looking to be one of the most relevant conferences for decision makers and infrastructure managers in the tertiary sector.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
New $14 million student innovation space opens
EduTech

New $14 million student innovation space opens

Te Ara o Mauao is a multi-purpose, technologically enhanced learning space, which offers greater informality and flexibility for learning.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Feb 2017
Students concerned that the tertiary sector isn't tackling tech trends
EduTech

Students concerned that the tertiary sector isn't tackling tech trends

Victoria University of Wellington Students' Association (VUWSA) has called for more focus on providing service quality and innovation.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Jul 2016
A modern solution for a modern problem: IBM tackles cyber security
EduTech

A modern solution for a modern problem: IBM tackles cyber security

IBM unveils Watson for Cyber Security, leveraging cognitive tech and collaboration with top US universities to tackle modern cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Tue, 31st May 2016
NZTC rolls out global online education service
EduTech

NZTC rolls out global online education service

New Zealand Tertiary College (NZTC) launches NZTC Global, offering online early childhood qualifications worldwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 31st May 2016
Blackboard rolls out two new SaaS offerings
Software-as-a-Service

Blackboard rolls out two new SaaS offerings

Blackboard introduces new SaaS options for its Learning Management System, giving customers more control and flexibility.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Jan 2016

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AIIA launches new skills hub to boost Aussie ICT industry
EduTech

AIIA launches new skills hub to boost Aussie ICT industry

The hub was created as a digital skills platform to connect ICT training needs of industry and employees with VET, tertiary and industry digital courses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Jan 2021
Northland to get new school specialising in tech skills
EduTech

Northland to get new school specialising in tech skills

A new tech-focused tertiary school in Whangarei aims to address Northland's tech skills shortage, offering software development and design programmes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Aug 2019
STEM degrees set students up for serious salaries
EduTech

STEM degrees set students up for serious salaries

STEM graduates earn more but are more likely to stay in the same job, says new research by Motu. They also analyze career paths for non-STEM grads.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Apr 2017
Potential barriers to innovation in tertiary education revealed
EduTech

Potential barriers to innovation in tertiary education revealed

Barriers to innovation within New Zealand's tertiary education system have been identified by the Productivity Commission.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Mar 2017
Govt to invest $35 million in NZ's 'Entrepreneurial Universities'
EduTech

Govt to invest $35 million in NZ's 'Entrepreneurial Universities'

$35 million will be poured into 'Entrepreneurial Universities' that can attract researchers, innovation and ultimately grow New Zealand education.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
Building the digital universities of tomorrow - challenges and opportunities
EduTech

Building the digital universities of tomorrow - challenges and opportunities

Students' needs and expectations will continue to change as new technologies arise and affect the education sector.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 13th Jun 2016
Victoria based uni begins IT transformation with UXC Keystone
EduTech

Victoria based uni begins IT transformation with UXC Keystone

FedUni has selected UXC Keystone to transform its IT infrastructure as it expands beyond Australia. #education #digitaltransformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 1 min read • Thu, 28th Apr 2016
How is NZ's tertiary sector stacking up?
EduTech

How is NZ's tertiary sector stacking up?

NZ's Productivity Commission calls for views on modernising the £5bn tertiary education sector for future challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Feb 2016
Brydge iPad keyboards available now for Kiwi students
EduTech

Brydge iPad keyboards available now for Kiwi students

Brydge has released new wireless keyboards in New Zealand for secondary and tertiary students who want to turn their iPad into an education tool.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Feb 2016