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  1. The DTA Rep Committee: Amplifying the voice of PhD researchers

    January 5, 2021

    …has had wide-ranging effects on our sense of community and connection, disrupting both our research and networking opportunities. Many of our researchers continue to work from home. For those that have been able to return to campus, roster arrangements are operating to facilitate adequate social distancing and prevent the spread of the virus. As a committee, we were able to voice this desire for greater connectivity. The DTA Team listened and res…

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  2. #WeAreInternational blog: Romila Nilukshi Jeevapalan

    November 2, 2022

    …s universities and its economy, helping to cement the UK’s position on the world’s stage. Therefore, it has been hugely concerning to hear recent reports that the Home Secretary is considering imposing restrictions on those from abroad who wish to study here. Unwelcoming language and policies do nothing to grow the UK economy, research impact, or our cultural diversity. These are individuals with real lives, with immeasurable talent to offer to ou…

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  3. Doctoral Training Alliance (DTA) case study: Surya Maruthupandian

    September 26, 2022

    …l2O3, Fe2O3, and CaO; compounds that can be found in cement we use in construction. On the other hand, the worldwide demand on cementitious materials has increased considerably in the last 15 years. There is an opportunity to explore the potential of such mineral wastes in the manufacture of cementitious binders. The use of mine tailings in cement can offer a solution to both the problems discussed. I believe the use of these wastes in cement shal…

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  4. With the right support, universities can help power an economic, social and cultural recovery

    May 5, 2021

    …port and skills development necessary to develop ideas into application; delivering real-world innovations in care, services, products and delivery. This role will be particularly important as we look beyond the immediate response to the pandemic, where universities of all shapes and sizes have an important part to play in the rebuilding efforts. That is why at University Alliance, we have recently launched a new campaign- Powering the UK’s future…

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  5. Digital transformation is key to boosting student experience

    September 26, 2023

    …ls.   We believe that the way universities think about and implement their technological platform is due for disruption. We believe that even in the face of the challenging trends I spoke of earlier it is possible to deliver exemplary student experience with the help of a smart and efficient technology solution. There is a new way to move towards that vision and the revolution is long overdue. Find out more about TechnologyOne…

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  6. The importance of listening to businesses in developing degree apprenticeships

    February 6, 2020

    …to seek regular feedback and involvement from them in curriculum design, structure and the way it is delivered. This helps us ensure the needs of the apprentice and the employer are met, regardless of the businesses’ size. Our meeting with businesses last week is just the beginning of a continuing collaboration. We’re aiming to build a wider network of professional bodies, employers, training providers and other key stakeholders so that we can col…

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  7. Peer Review College

    June 17, 2018

    …e thinking and activity, with a focus of making innovative course designs ‘live’ Support team work through the practicalities of implementation. Help staff to think cohesively about the challenges they face in delivering their programme and the implications for professional practice Session suitable for: Programme teams entering a design / re-design process Multi-disciplinary groups or single discipline teams Length: half-day Provided by: a team o…

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  8. Creative arts subjects vital for supporting UK innovation and economy

    June 9, 2021

    As University Alliance member Kingston University today releases their #FutureSkillsLeagueTable campaign, which champions the importance of creative skills for employers and warns against the undervaluing of creative courses by government policy decisions, we’ve gathered some case studies which emphasise the importance of creative arts graduates to the modern jobs market. Alliance universities are central to the innovative and ever-growing creati…

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  9. Continuous Professional Development

    June 16, 2018

    …s of challenge. The TEA-CPD network held its first Open Webinar on 14th February with 33 participants discussing the implementation and implications of the Academic Professional Apprenticeship. A recording of the webinar is available on the Basecamp CPD site and will be updated with further resources as and when more details emerge about the APA. The initial feedback suggests that this format works well as a forum for sharing ideas and developing…

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  10. Universities, the NHS, and health workforce transformation

    February 5, 2024

    …ght place unless there is a joint effort to effect a change. Coordinated delivery Delivering an ambitious workforce plan in a financially challenging environment will require new creative ways of working – how can the existing workforce be reskilled, or services be reorganised? The renewed emphasis on prevention will necessitate new healthcare and non-healthcare roles. To deliver on the plan’s promise, workforce planning at every level must involv…

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