Celebrating 30 years of the Australian Council of Deans of Science. Science happens across Australia — in government, industry, and universities. But university science is unique, uniting teaching and research to create knowledge, inspire discovery, and educate the next generation. This video traces the history of ACDS, highlights some of the achievements we’re most proud of, and features reflections from influential Deans who have shaped university science over three decades. News & Highlights ACDS Submission: 2026 NRI Roadmap Issues Paper The Australian Council of Deans of Science (ACDS) welcomes the opportunity to make a submission to the 2026 National Research … Continue Reading» Australian Science, Australia’s Future – science 2035. A call to action The ACDS congratulates the Australian Academy of Science on the policy report “Australian Science, Australia’s Future”. The report was released … Continue Reading» ACDS – 30 years of advocating for university science A gathering of past and present members of the ACDS took place at RMIT in Melbourne on Monday 17 November … Continue Reading» The importance of practical work as a defining feature of Australian university science The ACDS has just released a position paper on the importance and value of practical work in a university undergraduate … Continue Reading» ACDS 2025 Conference: 30 years of advocating for university science The annual ACDS Conference for Deans or equivalent leaders of University Science was held in late October in Canberra. The … Continue Reading» United voice on the importance of mathematics education Four of Australia’s dean’s councils have united to release a joint statement calling for national action to reverse the decline … Continue Reading» View All News Areas of interest Research Identifying and supporting a contemporary vision for scientific research and research education in Australia’s universities. READ MORE Engagement Supporting university capability to deliver impact through scientific research, education and the interaction of science with industry and the community. Read More ACDS National Research Network A network of research organisational leaders in Australia’s science faculties and schools. READ MORE Events Current and previous ADCS events and presentations VIEW EVENTS Teaching & Learning Leading science education through supporting networks, developing resources and building leadership capacity. ACSME T&L Fellowships T&L Grants Conferences & Webinars Projects WIL in Science Science TLOs CER-STEM Indigenous Science Repository of online resources
