Armadale Suburban University Study Hub

We’re thrilled to announce that the Armadale Suburban University Study Hub has officially been funded by the Department of Education and is set to open its doors in 2025! This hub will provide local students with a supportive space to pursue higher education closer to home, strengthening pathways to success for all.

We’d like to extend a big thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts in our survey about the Suburban University Study Hub (SUSH). Your feedback played a vital role in shaping this exciting initiative for our community.

Stay tuned for updates as we prepare to bring this vision to life!

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Imagine a hub right in the centre of Armadale - a place where students can pursue their academic goals without the need to continually commute long distances. This hub could become a focal point for learning, collaboration, and personal growth within our community. It would not only cater to the educational needs of local residents but also foster a dynamic environment where knowledge meets innovation.

The City invited community feedback on the establishment of a Suburban University Study Hub (SUSH), aiming to enrich local educational opportunities and community engagement. This initiative aims to bring higher education resources closer to home, offering convenience and accessibility for eligible students.

The Federal Government’s SUSH Program takes an innovative approach to improve access to, and success in, tertiary education. Hubs are community-driven spaces that offer tailored support to their local community, providing dedicated study facilities and wrap-around support services which may include:

📚 Infrastructure: study spaces, break out areas, video conferencing, computer and printing facilities, internet access, meeting rooms

📚 Administrative and academic skills support services: developing writing and research skills, managing administrative processes

📚 Student support services: general wellbeing support, study advice, help accessing student services, supporting students with paid placements and Work Integrated Learning, careers advice

The City received Federal Government funding to establish the Armadale inner-city study hub and this will cover the cost of the reburbishment of the building, infrastructure, equipment, administration, and overall running of this new hub. The Federal Government intends to fund up to 14 new Suburban University Study Hubs in Australia, and the application process was extremely competitive in WA.

Whether you're a current student, future student, local business owner, community member, have family or friends studying, or you simply see the benefit a hub could bring to our City, we're pleased you let us know that you think having a study hub will increase education opportunites, while reducing the commuting time for study.

By providing feedback, you gave us the vision of this Study Hub. Your insights influenced its design, programming, and facilities, ensuring that it will meet the diverse needs and aspirations of our community members. Whether you're a student, educator, business owner, or resident, your perspective is valuable in creating a hub that reflects our shared values and aspirations.

We look forward to welcoming our first cohort of students.