Education Policy Leadership and Practice Research Group
About us
The Education Policy, Leadership and Practice research group is an interdisciplinary cluster of experts with a reputation for quality research that shapes contemporary education debates in Australia and beyond.
Our talented researchers have close links to government and the education profession. We are committed to working strategically at the nexus between research, policy and practice to lead conversations across the education lifespan from the early years to higher education.
Our researchers are engaged in a rich variety of research projects ranging from large-scale government and commissioned grants to smaller-scale bespoke projects.
Our research strengths
Our interdisciplinary team reflects a wealth of knowledge and research experience. Our core areas of research expertise include:
Equity and inclusion
Curriculum and pedagogy
Leadership for learning
Education politics and governance
Globalisation and policy mobilities
Our researchers
- Associate Professor Glenn C. Savage (Director)
- Professor Simon Clarke
- Professor Vaille Dawson
- Dr Loretta Dolan
- Professor Tanya Fitzgerald
- Associate Professor Martin Forsey
- Associate Professor Christine Howitt
- Associate Professor David Lawrence
- Dr Fiona Mayne
- Professor Peter Merrotsy
- Dr Gerardine Neylon
- Associate Professor Grace Oakley
- Dr Jennifer Shand

2021 online seminar series
We’re currently arranging the schedule for our 2021 online seminar series – stay tuned.