University dropout rates get worse

Federal Education Minister Simon Birmingham

Federal Education Minister Simon Birmingham Source: AAP

New figures show university dropout rates across Australia are getting worse. One-third of students are failing to finish their course within six years. And for the first time, the federal government will name and shame the worst-performing institutions.



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