…a vital tool in improving the quality of provision and overall student experience. “We will be consulting with our members and engaging with the review, particularly to ensure that mechanisms designed to continue to improve quality and value are robust and thorough, include student feedback, and consider the wide diversity of students who are studying.”…
…nessa Wilson said: “The late hour of this change in government policy creates unnecessary additional stress for learners and a number of challenges for universities, but applicants should be reassured that universities are incredibly flexible and will do what they can to best support students to realise their ambitions in these unusual circumstances. “Students shouldn’t panic, and approach their application as planned, finding the course that’s ri…
…This week’s Wonkhe podcast covered a range topics including grammar schools, the value of different course and regulation and featured University Alliance’s Head of Policy Graeme Wise. Other guests included Shakespeare Martineau partner Smita Jamdar and Wonkhe’s founder and CEO, Mark Leach. To read more and listen in click here….
…ould help develop improved battery systems, which could allow for higher powered, cleaner, more environmentally friendly batteries. Back to case studies page…
…of universities in technical and professional education, has appeared in Research Professional. The report was published last week alongside a wide number of case studies showcasing the distinct technical and professional education that Alliance universities offer their students. The government’s review of post-18 education and funding should consider allowing students to mix and match courses at different levels and from different institutions t…
…r most outstanding work. The Guardian Awards 2018 are open to UK universities and university professionals across 15 categories, which are shortlisted and evaluated by an expert panel. This year the judging panel includes John Latham, Vice-Chancellor of Coventry University and Chair of University Alliance. The awards are also seeking nominations for the sector’s Inspiring Leader 2017/2018, voted for by readers of the Guardian Higher Education Netw…
…University Alliance Chief Executive Maddalaine Ansell said: “Our universities – as leaders in their cities and regions – are key partners in the devolution agenda. “Today’s devolution deals will see our institutions doing even more to drive growth: supporting innovation, educating the workforce of tomorrow and working collaboratively to make services – like health – more responsive to local needs. The first science and innovation audits provide an…
…iversity: is it worth it?” The event will explore whether universities provide value for money in relation to students, government and the wider economy.Speakers include: Jo Johnson MP (Minister for Universities and Science) – Invited The Rt Hon David Willetts (Excecutive Chair, Resolution Foundation) – Confirmed Megan Dunn, (President NUS) – Confirmed Katja Hall, (Deputy Director General, CBI) – Confirmed Prof Joy Carter, (Chair, GuildHE) Matthew…
…mobility in the UK – transforming lives and supporting the economy. The government and sector must continue to support the many and not just the few to succeed.” Full details of the outcomes from 2013-14 access agreement monitoring are available in OFFA publication 2014/04, Outcomes of access agreement monitoring for 2013-14. …
…ys be disadvantaged in a system that restricts places. “Equally, universities have a responsibility to support these students to get the most from their university experience – to gain the knowledge, skills and social capital they need to succeed in their chosen career. This is something that Alliance universities, with their focus on providing excellent teaching and research, geared towards industry and the professions, hold at the heart of their…