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  1. UA comments on A-level grading

    UA has today, Tuesday 18 August, commented on the announced changes to the way A-levels and other qualifications will now be graded. CEO Vanessa Wilson said:  “Alliance universities will continue to be incredibly flexible, as they have been throughout this crisis, and do everything in their power to help learners achieve their ambitions and work […]

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  2. UA reacts to A-level results day

    UA has today, Thursday 13 August, reacted to this year’s A-level results for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Commenting on students receiving their results, Vanessa Wilson, CEO of University Alliance, said: “A huge congratulations to everyone receiving their results today.  We know how hard you have all worked for this, and although the school year […]

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  3. UA reacts to government’s ‘triple lock’ promise for exam results

    Reacting to the Government’s ‘triple lock’ promise for Exam results in England and Northern Ireland, University Alliance CEO Vanessa 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 […]

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  4. Strong showing from Alliance universities in National Student Survey

    In response to the National Student Survey 2020, published today, CEO of University Alliance Vanessa Wilson said: “It is really pleasing to see that student satisfaction levels at Alliance universities continue to remain very high. “Our member universities consistently work hard to deliver high quality academic learning and professional opportunities, along with an outstanding student experience, […]

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  5. UA reacts to the Secretary of State for Education’s speech on FE reform

    The Secretary of State for Education, Gavin Williamson, today (9 July 2020) made a speech on further education reform, which included the decision to abolish the 50% target of young people going to university. Reacting to the speech, Chief Executive of University Alliance Vanessa Wilson commented:  “We’re pleased to see the government put further and […]

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  6. The missing piece of Sunak’s puzzle? Degree apprentices

    This article first appeared in Times Education Supplement (Tes) Degree apprenticeships have a vital role to play in the post-Covid recovery, write Robert Halfon and Quintin McKellar The chancellor outlined in his summer statement today a new £2 billion “Kickstart Scheme” to create high-quality job opportunities for under-25s, as well as a payout for employers worth up to £2,000 […]

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  7. Anglia Ruskin University joins the University Alliance

    University Alliance (UA) has today (2 July 2020) announced that Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has officially joined the mission group. UA represents 12 of the country’s best large to mid-sized universities who are leaders in technical and professional education. Alliance universities are known for their close links with industry, professions and employers, and for their […]

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  8. University Alliance reacts to Universities Minister’s attack today on “low-value” degree courses

    The Universities Minister, Michelle Donelan, today (1 July 2020) made comments on Higher Education suggesting fewer people should be going to university based on unsubstantiated claims over the value of degree courses. Reacting to the comments, Chief Executive of University Alliance Vanessa Wilson commented:  “We’re thoroughly disappointed in the Universities Minister’s comments today, suggesting fewer […]

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  9. University Alliance responds to UK Government research support package

    The UK Government have today announced a support package for researchers, scientists and technicians working at UK universities during COVID-19. Responding to the announcement, Vanessa Wilson, University Alliance CEO said: “Today’s announcement is a first step in protecting and enhancing the UK’s research base and we look forward to working with the government to develop […]

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  10. Taskforce on research sustainability needs creative solutions

    This article first appeared in Research Professional News on the 21/06/2020 The taskforce on research sustainability must involve professional and technical universities, says UA Chair Debra Humphris  At University Alliance, we welcomed the creation of the Ministerial University Research and Knowledge Exchange Sustainability Taskforce. As significant providers of applied research, drivers of innovation and leaders in knowledge exchange, we saw it […]

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