Student Edge

As part of @studiosity's 2022-23 Student Wellbeing Survey, 10% of participants were international students. With higher engagement in various support services than domestic students, can this explain why they feel more connected with peers? Learn more here youthinsight.com.au/education/inte…

Want to know the state of gender equity in #science #technology #engineering #mathematics? We’ve updated the #STEMEquityMonitor with the latest data on women and girls’ participation in #STEM. Explore now: industry.gov.au/news/state-ste… #WomenInSTEM #GirlsInSTEM #DiversityInSTEM 1/6

We are excited to share that the fourth edition of the STEM Equity Monitor is now live! YouthInsight conducted research with the @IndustryGovAu on perceptions and attitudes to STEM in Australia. Explore the data on women and girls in STEM here: industry.gov.au/publications/s…

Wondering how students use and what they think about Generative AI? We found out! The report is available online now for free download: youthinsight.com.au/education/youn…… @uniaus @YoungResilient #GenerativeAI #GenZ

This week we are launching our Youth Online Safety project. We have co-created media with young people to represent some of the key findings, available here: youthonlinesafety.org/education/

When it comes to uni students' future employment opps, an interplay of age, gender, study level & discipline influence their confidence. Only 1 quarter of students express unwavering confidence & a 5th admit to lingering doubts. Read our insights here: youthinsight.com.au/education/stud…

For 24% of Gen Zs, not having enough money = one of the hardest things about being a young person. The May budget is tipped to increase the Jobseeker rate for people 55 & over -without an increase to Youth Allowance, what does this mean for young people? youthinsight.com.au/finance/naviga…

3. Student comments shed light on cheating-related issues, including confusion about what constitutes cheating, use of online study assist Web sites, impact of open book exams, and evaluation methods introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic

2. Reported cheating awareness was highest for Medicine (25%) and lowest for Languages (13%)

The academic year began with the risk of AI to education. More than ever, cheating & academic integrity are a concern for educators & students alike. To shed light on the subject, we asked Aus & NZ uni students about their perceptions of cheating: youthinsight.com.au/education/the-…

3. Lack of awareness is one of the main reasons students don’t take part in peer support programs, with 1 in 3 students who are not currently taking part wanting to be involved

2. Students aged 18 to 25 prefer to connect with peers in-person, while students aged 30+ favour online connection

As university students navigate their academic journeys, many are searching for a greater sense of community. Read the Chapter 2: 'Connection & Support at University' key insights from our research with @studiosity: youthinsight.com.au/education/in-s… @UniversitiesNZ @uniaus @YoungResilient

With young people’s mental health being a major public health issue globally, it is more important than ever to learn how to help them make meaningful connections & to provide them with robust supports. Read our research insights here: youthinsight.com.au/health-and-wel… #mentalhealth #genz

1. Stigma of appearing ‘weak & vulnerable’ when discussing mental health resonates strongly with young people 2. 70% of young people do not ask for help when they are experiencing a difficult time 3. High school students are less open to seeking professional mental health support

Stigma of appearing ‘weak and vulnerable’ continues to impact Gen Z 70% of young people aged 12-25 do not ask for help when experiencing a difficult time. So what is preventing young people from reaching out for help?

Did you know that for Uni students there is a correlation between feelings of stress & want for more connection with peers? Check out our recent research with @studiosity on Students' top causes of stress & their priorities youthinsight.com.au/education/univ…