…te (HEPI) and the Higher Education Academy (HEA) which reveals that students believe they benefit in many ways from studying alongside people from other countries. Read the article here. You can read our full statement in response to the HEPI/HEA survey here….
…ents greatly enhances the experience of the UK students at our universities. “We welcome this HEPI and HEA report which provides further evidence that international students are intrinsic to the quality of UK higher education. They add to the cultural life of universities and some courses (particularly STEM taught masters) depend on international students to run. International graduates are also great for the wider UK economy. We will be following…
…s business focus is what seems to drive the partnership. Maddalaine Ansell, the group’s chief executive, said in a statement that it had been developed “in response to industry needs” and aims to deliver “highly employable researchers with knowledge, expertise and skills in a growth sector for the UK”. Harrison adds that an independent advisory board, which will include industry representatives, will oversee the training alliance. Recruitment to t…
…m solvers. This is something we are passionate about at University Alliance. We welcome the new political focus on teaching excellence and would like to help the Government deliver its commitment to introduce a framework to recognise universities offering the highest quality teaching. It is important we get this right – done well, it should incentivise many different kinds of teaching excellence and encourage innovation. If we get it wrong, it may…
…ers want graduates that are analytical, problem solving and who have great communication skills. “Alliance universities offer practice-based, industry-focused courses which give our graduates the skills employers want and enable them to hit the ground running in their chosen careers.” Notes The BIS Graduate Labour Market Statistics published today revealed: The employment rate for working age graduates of 87.5% is the highest level seen since the…
…ess, Innovation and Skills’ consultation on support for postgraduate study. Plans for £25,000 loans were unveiled in this year’s budget, following the announcement of £10,000 loans for taught master’s students in last December’s Autumn Statement. Some of our comments have since appeared in a round-up of sector responses in a story in Times Higher Education. To read the story visit here. You can also find our consultation response, alongside previo…
…ty to see the reality of life in the political arena, and is one I would recommend to all.” Apply now If you would like the opportunity to see policymaking in practice in Westminster and show policymakers the work underway in your university, applications for the Royal Society pairing scheme are now open until Sunday 24 May. If you would like to find out more about the scheme, who is eligible and how to apply please visit the Royal Society website…
…a re-elected government is also likely to move quickly with further reform. Our presenters and commentators will provide important insight and understanding of the policy implications of new directions. Register your delegate place here. Speakers include: Professor Sir Tim O’Shea Principal and Vice Chancellor, University of Edinburgh Professor Nora Ann Colton Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), University of East London Mark Leach founder, Editor…
…y to sustainable future success. Take a whirlwind tour of pan-European HE projects and innovation at Future EdTech 2015, gain the insight you need and shape the conversation. Registration is complimentary for Universities and Higher Education Institutions – ensure you secure your place today!…
…a student experience that produces entrepreneurial and job-ready graduates.” The list of Alliance universities winners and runner-ups is below. You can find the full list of winners and runner ups here: Business partnership Winner: Nottingham Trent University Runner up: Coventry University Employability Winner: Coventry University Entrepreneurship Winner: Cardiff Metropolitan University International projects Runner up: University of the West of…
