…nds to the announcement of additional places, and a removal of the cap, in today’s (5 December 2013) Autumn Statement. Libby Hackett, Chief Executive of University Alliance said: “The announcement of additional student places is excellent news for the students, universities and the UK. This shows that the Government are future focussed and fully recognise the role that graduates and universities play in driving the UK economy towards a more prospe…
…with University Alliance and our universities in new and interesting ways. Today is also exciting as we launch a project telling the story of students in Alliance universities. More than just a degree: stories of empowered students is about the endless opportunities available at university and how students drive their experience to gain the education they need. We’re incredibly proud to showcase their stories and hope you enjoy reading them as muc…
…international references. The low-carbon building research has generated a range of environmental, public policy and practice benefits to local authorities, housing providers, architects, low-carbon community organisations and homeowners. These local, national and international benefits have been realised through refined global common carbon metrics, BSI standard, public engagement and deployment of energy retrofit measures. This resulted in CO2…
…processes and products much more efficiently.” Anglia Ruskin University (ARU)– Policing institute of the Eastern Region Created in 2016, The Policing Institute for the Eastern Region (PIER) at ARU delivers innovative, high quality research, professional development and knowledge exchange for the improvement of priority areas of policing in the Eastern Region and beyond. PIER works collaboratively and flexibly with a wide range of partners nationa…
…ost-study work visa for all graduates from UK universities and remove international students from the net migration target. This is essential if the UK is to remain a destination of choice for international students and is able to grow its share in an increasingly global market. Priority 3 – investing in the future We need smarter, sustainable funding for UK Higher Education. We need to ensure investment is strategic to prevent cuts to student pla…
…resources in terms of research and innovation capacity and expertise, both national and international connections, strong links with leading companies in their sectors and the capability to analyse and understand research from across the globe and the markets in which that research can be applied.” Central to the report is the need to realise this potential. In an increasingly competitive global and innovation-led economy none of us can afford to…
…he cause, that we and the wider sector share, around ensuring that the UK truly is an ‘open economy’. International students place huge importance on getting a good job and being able to work in the UK after they graduate. Post-study work in the UK needs to be more than a possibility for the lucky few. It should be an attractive and feasible option for more of our highly motivated graduates. The benefits to getting this right reach far beyond the…
…he cause, that we and the wider sector share, around ensuring that the UK truly is an ‘open economy’. International students place huge importance on getting a good job and being able to work in the UK after they graduate. Post-study work in the UK needs to be more than a possibility for the lucky few. It should be an attractive and feasible option for more of our highly motivated graduates. The benefits to getting this right reach far beyond the…
…an article of faith, especially important as the sector becomes more competitive. These range from a sector-leading new suite for the teaching and practice of pharmacy to a £22.5 million Learning and Leisure Centre, now under construction, which will provide a vital upgrade to sports provision. But despite its broadening horizons, the University of Huddersfield is true to its traditional Yorkshire roots. Despite its rolling investment programme –…
…23 University Alliance responds to the Lifelong Learning Bill Posted on February 2, 2023 More news Insights Lifelong Loan Entitlement: opportunities for learners, choices for universities? Posted on June 6, 2023 By Dr. Mairi Watson Lifelong Learning – is it worth the hard yards? Posted on May 16, 2023 By Professor Mark Simpson More insights Publications University Alliance sets out its vision for a successful Lifelong Loan Entitlement in LLE bluep…