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Falling international student numbers create ‘massive problems’ for Australian universities, expert warns

The latest numbers from the Department of Education in October show on average universities are filling just two-thirds of their allocated places, and just…

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According to The Guardian, the latest numbers from the Department of Education in October show on average universities are filling just two-thirds of their allocated places, and just five public…

This world story centres on Australia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Australian, University and Department of Education.

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Australia · Oceania
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The Guardian
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Key names
Australian, University, Department of Education
Section
World

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