…to progress the industrial strategy. And – in order for the nation to be a competitor on the global stage as a global economy – we need more, not less talent coming through our universities. This leads us to our second piece of advice. Now, you will be looking to try and make some quick progress with (re)building vital relationships over the Channel. You should look to the university system as our international calling card, it will serve you and…
…enthusiasm for it because the year I turned 10, I received a Spectrum 48k computer for Christmas. I worked my way through the manual that came with it, and became so enamoured with the fact I could type instructions into the computer and make it do things, that once I started I never really stopped. Positive role models are vital if we are going to remove long-ingrained stereotypes. That’s why I visit schools and colleges to engage both girls and…
…a workshop facilitated by the Rising Ape Collective, an events management company set up by MsC Science Communications graduates. Access to innovative industries and facilities provide our students with professional insight, linking their research 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 suc…
Commenting on the Education Select Committee report Exiting the EU: challenges and opportunities for higher education, University Alliance Chief Executive Maddalaine Ansell said: “Last week’s announcement on funding for EU students starting courses next year is very welcome. We need similar certainty that EU staff will be able to continue to work at UK universities and that our world-leading researchers can continue to collaborate with the best i…
…as the success of the industrial strategy is inextricably linked to the outcome of Brexit negotiations: to build an economy which works for everyone, Britain must remain open to staff and students from overseas and international collaboration in science and research.” Notes to editors: University Alliance’s publication Universities: Delivery Partners for Industrial Strategy is online here. Prof John Latham, University Alliance Chair and Coventry U…
…the University Alliance group to benefit our member universities and their communities, and to provide expertise to policy makers. That includes: Providing professional networks for leaders and staff at our member universities to learn from each other and work through common issues and opportunities. Running joint programmes across our member universities. For example, the Doctoral Training Alliance is a shared programme which supports doctoral re…
…e arts and praise for its Pro-Localist approach to creating theatre in the community: ‘Newham Library is a perfectly intimate theatre for this visceral tale. Kenworth’s production is an inspiration for theatre makers across London. The ‘Pro – localist’ ethos, combined with facilitating a local community space, could be the answer to countless fringe and off-west end theatres having to close their doors across London’ ‘London Theatre Reviews’. Real…
…ID was extremely daunting, but RGU went above and beyond to make my cohort comfortable and give us as normal of an experience as possible given the restrictions at the time. Being able to come onto campus during the first semester was so beneficial as this allowed me to make friends quickly, which I wouldn’t have been able to do if we were not meeting in person since I did not move into student halls. Throughout my studies, I have had some excelle…
…nt message emerging was an aim to support students through continuation to completion and that: “Employability is embedded in our curricula and assessments, ensuring our graduates leave with relevant skills and competencies as well as benefitting from a range of careers support initiatives. Our graduates are motivated and equipped to achieve their full potential. They leave us ready for ongoing success.” ‘Beyond the headlines’ I’m sure there is pl…
…remote, rural and island regions like the Highlands and Islands. With this commitment in mind, RGU Orkney has been leading the way on projects that make connections with the community. For instance, the UKRI funded Augmented Fashion project aims to change the way people view traditional fashion and textiles. It brings together research teams, Scottish academics, and industry partners in Shanghai to educate consumers about the value of these produc…
