There is a theory that higher education peaked in the mid-2010s and that global and domestic forces are coalescing in a powerful union to bring an end to decades of growth.
Universities in Australia and around the world are facing major budget cuts, revenue challenges and new layers of government intervention, as an era of free markets and globalisation that began in the 1980s comes to an end.
Julie HareEducation editorJulie Hare is the Education editor. She has more than 20 years’ experience as a writer, journalist and editor. Connect with Julie on Twitter. Email Julie at julie.hare@afr.com
