…s, Energy and Industrial Strategy. He held this position from 2015 to 2018 under David Cameron and Theresa May. In recent months, Jo Johnson has been extremely vocal in his critique of the fee reduction called for by the independent panel reporting to the Post-18 Education and Funding Review, calling it “regressive” as it would “destabilise uni finances, imperil many courses & reverse progress in widening access”. He has also been engaged in the d…
…ers that make our universities globally renowned. We worry that a system of arbitrary targets, income measures and restrictions will put this vital driver of the British economy under even more pressure. We will continue to engage with government on this issue as future policy and legislation takes place”….
…appreciate the exploration aspects that govern shale gas and help improve understanding of how this controversial energy source can be part of a diverse energy mix in the future alongside renewable energy. As his discipline focuses on the upstream sector of the energy industry, the DTA energy group exposes Delano to how economics, politics and environmental issues can have a direct impact on the exploration and production of energy resources, as…
…ple above 60 years of age will nearly double by 2050. Sherna’s research takes a fresh look at these two challenges by addressing the need to ensure older populations can live independently while also reducing the impact urbanisation has on our carbon footprint. She is working on developing an ‘Intelligent Building’ which continuously measures energy efficiency, health and well-being in correlation with occupant behaviour. It will also identify opp…
…tudents with new routes through higher education, and more flexibility. We especially welcome new measures to encourage collaboration between institutions, credit transfer and accelerated degrees. We are also pleased the government has listened to sector concerns about university autonomy, and the way quality and standards will be regulated in the future higher education system. The steps government has taken today to improve the governance of UKR…
…former minister for universities and science David Willetts and UCAS chief executive Mary Cumnock Cook. You can read the full article here (£)….
…t the forefront of the government’s development agenda. The Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF), announced as part of the 2015 aid strategy, is supporting multi-disciplinary projects across 11 challenge areas, covering everything from food security to viral threats in the developing world. Between them, the 20 institutions in University Alliances are already working in 95 countries eligible for Official Development Assistance (ODA). As a result…
…utiful buildings, and the awards offer universities a seal of approval for their most outstanding work. The awards will take place on Wednesday 29 March at 630pm in LSO, St. Lukes, London….
…consistently delivered for them. In addition, we will all miss her valuable support and advice on admissions, as well as many wider issues in higher education.”…
…to shape the TEF so it works well as it develops.” Notes to editors The Government has published details today of how universities will be rated under the second year of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)….
