Multiple Australian outlets report that more than half of university tutorial classes operate at sizes at least double an “ideal” benchmark. The reporting draws on sector analysis suggesting many students are enrolled in groups significantly larger than what universities consider appropriate for effective teaching. Academics quoted across the coverage say large tutorial sizes can prevent students from participating fully and make it harder to identify students who may be struggling. The articles describe the issue as widespread rather than limited to a small number of courses, implying that it affects day-to-day learning for many enrolled students. While the coverage does not single out one institution, it highlights the broader pattern of oversize tutorials across the sector and frames the impact in terms of reduced visibility for instructors and less individual support for students during tutorials. The sources collectively point to ongoing pressures on teaching capacity and staffing as contributing factors, though specific causes vary by course and provider in the reporting.