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  1. Alliance universities set to play a vital role in the UK’s recovery from the pandemic

    March 31, 2021

    …e universities in England, we train more than 50% of all civic engineering degree apprentices in the country Commercialisation and entrepreneurialism are ingrained into the DNA of Alliance universities, who support around 24,000 commercial and non-commercial organisations with consultancy, research and the provision of facilities and equipment-related services. In 2018/19 alone our members supported over 2,000 active graduate and post graduate spi…

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  2. UA reacts to A-level results day

    August 13, 2020

    …that awaits them this is a fact that should be celebrated, not derided. A degree provides you with that extra edge, that critical and analytical thinking along with the valuable life lessons along the way. “To meet the challenges of Covid, there will be a need for more of these skills, not less. As we look to the future, Alliance universities, which sit at the very nexus of higher education and industry, will be essential to the national, social…

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

    July 9, 2020

    …the country will benefit when all parts of the education system are highly regarded and well-funded. “It’s also wrong to suggest that higher education rarely offers technical qualifications and training. Alliance universities offer a range of first class technical degrees from Level 4 upwards, both themselves and in partnership with local colleges. “Rather than emphasise a false divide between the two, the Government should build a world-class ec…

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  4. Anglia Ruskin University joins the University Alliance

    July 2, 2020

    …Ruskin University said: “As one of the leading providers of public service degrees in the country, we are very proud of the innovative, inclusive and entrepreneurial education and research taking place at ARU. “The University Alliance provides an important and influential voice for its member institutions and as our goals align so well, it is a pleasure to be joining. I look forward to working collaboratively to ensure we meet the social and econo…

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  5. New team take office to lead University Alliance.

    September 5, 2019

    …plays a key role in championing such values as social mobility – all too often overlooked or not given sufficient importance across other parts of the sector. Providing graduates with the knowledge and skills to thrive once they complete their degrees must be a key focus for the sector, ensuring all students have equal opportunities to succeed, irrespective of their start in life.” For more information contact Beth Button, Head of Communication an…

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  6. Consider all options, UA tells students still seeking places

    August 15, 2019

    …tinely ignored within the dangerous rhetoric of ‘value’ and ‘Mickey Mouse’ degrees. I wholeheartedly encourage any prospective student to reject the short-sighted, false narrative that only institutions with perceived prestige can offer you the right experience.”   Speaking about the increase in applications, Vanessa Wilson said: “We have the highest ever number of individuals applying to university. Given the transformational experience that awai…

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  7. University Alliance responds to review of post-16 level 3 and below qualifications

    June 19, 2019

    …s for 16- 19 year olds should ensure that progression routes to higher and degree level vocational career-focused education, and a range of qualifications exist in all regions in the UK. Until the detailed content of T Levels is confirmed it will be difficult to determine the level and nature of overlap with other qualifications, and we are concerned that the pace of reform could outstrip a fuller and more informed basis for decision-making. You c…

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