2021 study reveals Australian arts graduates face lower salaries, sparking calls for degree fee structure changes.

A new study reveals a disparity in graduate salaries and employment prospects, with arts graduates facing the lowest earnings despite higher university fees. Engineering and construction graduates, who experienced reduced degree costs since 2020, enjoy better job prospects and higher salaries. This has sparked calls for changes to Australian degree fee structures to ensure more equitable outcomes for students, as young people face concerns over unsustainable HECS debts.

August 17, 2024
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