Deakin Speaking

What will Australian universities look like in 20 years?

I was asked this recently after giving a keynote address at a conference, during which I outlined the federal government agenda in relation to higher education.

It’s a difficult question to answer but I thought I’d give it a whirl as most people reading this will forget to check back in 20 years so I’m fairly certain I won’t be a laughing stock in 2029 (always a worry).

In 2029, I’ll be in my mid 60s and still working thanks to changes to superannuation laws. My children, now entering their teens, will be in their 30s. It’s hard to imagine.