A new Suburban University Study Hub has opened today in Mt Druitt and Emerton, bringing university closer for students in Sydney's Greater Western suburbs.
More than 60 per cent of young Australians living in inner Sydney have a degree, but not in the Western suburbs. In Mt Druitt and Emerton, only 28 and 13 per cent of young people, respectively, have a degree.
The evidence shows that where Study Hubs are, university participation goes up.
This new hub, known as the Mt Druitt and Emerton University Study Hub, will offer support services and study facilities for local students enrolled at any university or Vocational Education and Training provider.
The new locations are part of the Albanese Government's $66.9 million investment which will more than double the number of University Study Hubs across the country.
