Australia Spotlight – QS World Future Skills Index

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Australia is the world’s 13th largest economy by nominal GDP according to the World Bank Group. While its economy hasn’t been growing at pace, it continues to be a major destination market for international students, buoyed by its incredibly strong higher education sector. 

What does this mean for the next generation of graduates from Australian universities? Will they be equipped with the AI, Digital and Green skills necessary to work in future industries? 

In the Spotlight, we explore Australia’s performance in the QS World Future Skills Index. 

What is the QS World Future Skills Index?  

The QS World Future Skills Index evaluates how well countries are equipped to meet the evolving demands of the international job market. It aims to empower governments to align education and skills with future demand, fostering innovation, sustainable global competition and talent development. You can access the full briefing paper here. 

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