…ndy Morley on the psychology of presenting and bias in research was very useful for self-reflection, particularly as we had previously prepared a short presentation for one of the planned workshops. This session will also definitely be of use when preparing future presentations and public speaking events. In spite of it feeling quite daunting to present my work so early on in my PhD journey, having the opportunity to get feedback from experienced…
…ork in the UK for two years following their graduation. Vanessa Wilson, Chief Executive of University Alliance said: “We welcome the minister back to the role during what is an important junction for UK higher education and the country. As we look to the needs of our economy and workforce post-Brexit, Alliance Universities are well-placed to deliver the high-level skills and creativity needed to drive the necessary innovation, workforce developmen…
…al career-focused education, and a range of qualifications exist in all regions in the UK. Until the detailed content of T Levels is confirmed it will be difficult to determine the level and nature of overlap with other qualifications, and we are concerned that the pace of reform could outstrip a fuller and more informed basis for decision-making. You can read our full response here. Detailed plans will be brought forward in the second stage of co…
…r on decolonising curricula/pedagogy for members of the TEA. 21st June at 12:30pm This one hour webinar will focus on strategies for rethinking your curriculum in light of conversations concerning the decolonising of curricula. The webinar will encourage discussion with participants to reflect upon the questions typically asked by academics when planning a curriculum, and to consider strategies for revising common pedagogic approaches to curricula…
…opportunities offered by higher education, shows this doesn’t have to be the case. Indeed, the continuation rates for those supported through the University’s KU Cares programme are now higher than the overall student population. They are extremely motivated students who have overcome real hardships and make an important contribution to the diverse learning environments on our campuses. “This pilot project is a welcome step towards ensuring they…
…unced this morning. Vanessa Wilson, Chief Executive of University Alliance commented: “University Alliance welcomes the Government’s International Education Strategy. International education. This remains a huge and growing opportunity for the UK and our universities and with this strategy the government has clearly seen the potential in setting out how it intends to maximise this opportunity. The UK prides itself as a world-leading university sec…
…The Minister for Universities Chris Skidmore MP talked this week about the need for universities to do as much as they can to support disabled students. You can read the full text of his comments here….
…ates a very different direction of travel for UK immigration policy. We welcome the news that international students will be able to remain in the UK for six months following graduation, and the lifting of the cap for skilled migration. We would hope to see this more flexible attitude filter through to other areas of policy. The thrust of much of the white paper however will be a real challenge to University Alliance members and Britain’s world le…
…ey, Acting CEO of University Alliance commented: “We are always keen to welcome a greater political focus on the technical and professional education which Alliance universities provide so well. As with any reform the key will be not just warm words, but ensuring that change is implemented at the right pace, with correct consultation, and crucially within a properly funded tertiary education system. There is a risk of creating an artificial divide…
Liz Bromley, Acting CEO of University Alliance commented: “University Alliance is not surprised by either the continuing importance that employers attach to technical & professional education or the challenges they foresee in its delivery. Our members across the country highlight many of the same opportunities & challenges to us. It is troubling to see the statistics in this report around critical issues like employer engagement in education and…