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  1. Budget recognises universities are ‘vital for economic growth’

    March 24, 2010

    …what we have to the greatest possible effect. “However, as Mr Darling said today, the UK ‘can’t take growth for granted’ and the government must play its part. So must our universities. “Entrepreneurialism is at the heart of Alliance universities’ expertise in near-market research with a direct impact on our graduates. The £35m university enterprise capital fund to support innovation and help graduate start-up companies will be a critical investme…

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  2. UCAS application data shows significant increases in STEM applications across Alliance universities

    February 8, 2010

    …ing for entry in 2010 will be graduating into an ever changing and dynamic market and Alliance universities have a proven record (2) of working with them to ensure that they are well equipped to deliver the skills that are so vital for the future growth of our economy.” End Notes for Editors (1) http://www.ucas.ac.uk/about_us/media_enquiries/media_releases/2010/080210 (2) For example, engineering graduates from Nottingham Trent University have joi…

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  3. Producing researchers ready for the real world

    July 20, 2017

    …ch with global challenges so it can achieve the maximum impact in the real world. The DTA summer schools equip researchers with the professional expertise to produce world-changing research and develop successful careers after completing their doctorates. Based at Sheffield Hallam University, DTA Energy students heard from an expert panel on career pathways, learning how their research could lead to a successful career in industry or government, a…

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  4. 2021 at University Alliance: the year in review

    December 21, 2021

    …ector showcasing session with DfE officials on the role of universities in running Multi-Academy Trusts. We didn’t pull punches in our response to the ITT market review, and subsequently campaigned for the government to halt its implementation. This is an issue we continue to engage on. In much sadder news, we lost a dear and well-respected colleague this Summer: Professor Jane Turner, Pro-Vice Chancellor at Teesside University, who made such a hu…

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  5. University Alliance responds to the Department for Education’s release on Higher Education reform

    July 17, 2023

    …sions at the same time as drastically reducing the UK’s ability to produce world-class research and innovation. The results will be disastrous for the UK economy.” On foundation years: “Today’s announcement is disappointingly regressive, decreasing the foundation year fee levels makes them financially unviable to deliver. Disadvantaged students and the ‘Covid Generation’ will lose out if this provision is reduced or lost. Foundation years are a po…

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  6. Alliance universities see big increase in share of world class research

    December 18, 2014

    …rage increase of 21 percentage points. 95% of all Alliance submissions had world-leading research activity. Of the UK’s world-leading and internationally excellent (3* & 4*) research Alliance universities now account for: 26% in general engineering 17% in Allied Health Professions, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy 17% in Architecture, Built Environment and Planning 21% in Art and Design: History, Practice and Theory 19% in Sport and Exercise Scienc…

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  7. Bright Britain events at the 2013 Party Conferences

    October 15, 2013

    …used on science and engineering in universities and 2) a relaxation of the rules which prevent part-time students from accessing fee loans if they already have a first degree. The Minister also welcomed the ‘Bright Britain’ partnership which he believed was the ‘right step forward’. Professor John Brooks, Vice-Chancellor of Manchester Metropolitan University, appealed to the Minister to ensure some stability in the HE sector after a series of chan…

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  8. Queen’s Anniversary Prize honours four Alliance universities

    November 20, 2015

    …of rural farming communities. The NRI’s research also featured in our Real World Impact project, read more here. The University of Huddersfield was honoured for its work in promoting, producing and presenting contemporary music to an international audience. The university has brought new music to new audiences and developed generations of creative artists. It also created the Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival – the largest international pla…

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  9. University Alliance response: Grant Letter & Science and Research Allocations

    March 7, 2016

    …uring knowledge generated within our institutions continues to make a real-world difference for businesses, particularly SMEs, in driving productivity gains. “We also welcome the decision to maintain support for high-cost subjects, although within this budget it is crucial that adequate provision is made for student nurses, midwives and allied health professionals in light of the changes the government has made in this area. “There are real concer…

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  10. Middlesex’s innovative platforming of ‘Pro-localism’ through The Newham Plays

    September 20, 2024

    …s, and the young people rose to the challenge.’ (Steve Nicholls, Founding Trustee Director, Royal Docks Trust) As with previous Newham Plays, there will be a filmed performance of the Madge Gill play, directed and edited by Middlesex BA Film graduates. This experience will help enhance their CVs and employability in the form of trailers and archive filming, demonstrating skills in post-production. MDX School of Arts will act as the play’s principa…

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