TEQSA guidance notes on course design, learning outcomes and more
GSA submits feedback on TEQSA’s guidance notes on course design, learning outcomes and assessment, and learning resources, and education support. GSA carries a strong vision for inclusive, empowered graduate student communities that achieve meaningful and holistic university experiences, and encourages continued involvement of students and representative bodies in shaping TEQSA guidance notes to ensure they meet students’ needs.
Submission to the Student Equity and Disability Services (SEDS) review
GSA’s submission reveals the challenges faced by University of Melbourne graduate students dealing with disability, mental health issues, financial hardship, and more. The testimonies reveal the struggles in accessing adequate support due to complex university processes. GSA emphasizes the need for a more empathetic, efficient, and streamlined approach to address the diverse needs of the student community.
Response to the Australian Universities Accord Interim Report
Response to the Australian Universities Accord Interim Report In response to the Australian Universities Accord Interim Report, GSA articulates the perspectives of University of Melbourne’s graduate students, detailing areas of […]
Submission to the Inquiry into the Recognition of Unpaid Carers
GSA’s submission highlights the challenges faced by graduate students engaged in unpaid care work. The report emphasizes the need for acknowledgment, flexibility, and increased support from both government and universities. The recommendations encompass various areas, including financial stress, childcare accessibility, and university recognition, aiming to address the diverse needs of graduate student carers.
Stop the Menzies
Stop the Menzies GSA’s campaign, led by former Education Officers Monica Sestito and Brendan Laws, challenges the establishment of the Robert Menzies Institute (RMI) at the University of Melbourne. The […]
TEQSA guidance on diversity, equity, student grievances, and wellbeing
TEQSA guidance notes on diversity and equity, student grievances and complaints, and wellbeing and safety In this report, GSA provides valuable feedback on TEQSA’s guidance notes, focusing on diversity, equity, […]
Authorship Policy Submission to UoM
Authorship Policy Submission to UoM In this report, GSA outlines key insights intended to streamline and enhance the University of Melbourne’s Authorship Policy. Addressing the challenges faced by students, GSA […]
Dual-delivery Learning Recommendations
Dual-delivery Learning Recommendations for the University of Melbourne GSA has presented a comprehensive set of proposals to the University aimed at maximizing the impact of dual-delivery and enriching the educational […]
Strengthening International Students’ Access to University Support Services
Strengthening International Students’ Access to University Support Services In this report, GSA outlines its proactive approach in addressing the significant challenges experienced by International Graduate Students at the University of […]
Graduate LGBTQIA+ Inclusion Findings
Graduate LGBTQIA+ Inclusion Findings This report focuses on Graduate LGBTQIA+ Inclusion Findings by GSA, shedding light on the challenges faced and aspirations of LGBTQIA+ students within academic environments. Furthermore, the […]