…he solution alone. Social and economic success, defined as ensuring fair access and full utilisation of human capital, will rely on harnessing the online environment to enrich and support face-to-face teaching, and vice versa. Find out more in our policy briefings The rise of online learning is shaking up the sector MOOCs: changing the HE landscape…
…neering 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 changes experienced in the l…
…support for students who learn while in employment Using a progressive, income-contingent repayment system Ending the one-size fits all approach Introducing a single regulatory system A genuinely flexible, expandable and market-driven – able meet the needs of our future economy Re-establishing the Government–student contract Introducing a cost-efficient system for Government Libby Hackett, Chief Executive of University Alliance, said: “When you l…
…introduced WoW (World of Work), a programme designed with major blue chip companies and with student assessment undertaken by employers, which aims to make LJMU graduates valued by employers and equip them for self-employment. It is schemes like this which help to ensure that after higher education, graduates have the best chances of gaining relevant employment. Starting Early with Enterprise Education At Enabling Enterprise, we believe that work…
…better respond to the changing global economy. Our universities need to become hubs of social and economic innovation and entrepreneurialism enabling individuals and communities to adapt and grasp the opportunities the new economy presents. We have been thinking about this a lot at University Alliance, and there are three questions we have been asking that are particularly important to this debate. 1. Changing economy – industrial world to entrep…
…the international stage,” he said. “It is about networking and aligning to compete and attracting industry support.” Professor West’s commitment to industry engagement is underlined by his position as president of the Bristol chamber of commerce. ATN executive director Vicki Thomson said the opportunity to expand work placements and internships was a particular attraction of a partnership with the 24-member Alliance. “We could put together a progr…
…tions do not impede economic growth. We urge the government to review their position and take the important step of removing international student numbers completely from net migration figures, in line with our international competitors.”…
…st thinking and gain insight into the future of the sector the summit is not to be missed. The summit has been designed for those actively involved in the strategic shape, structure and delivery of higher education. Vice-chancellors, pro vice-chancellors, senior academic staff and administrators, think tanks, statutory bodies and civil servants will find the summit thought provoking and insightful. Click here for more information…
…verage in its investment in HE compared with our OECD competitors. When it comes to the long-term sustainability of our position as global leaders in higher education this is clearly an area that the Government is going to need to address. Overall, we are extremely pleased with our events at all three party conferences. We are already starting to look towards next year’s Party Conferences where we hope to work alongside a larger number higher educ…
…usiness, universities are an excellent source of new knowledge and research-led innovation can often give them a competitive advantage. For policymakers looking for evidence to inform crucial decisions, universities house some of the leading thinkers whose research can shape the direction of governments locally and nationally. Universities also play an important role in the cultural life of the UK, partnering with artists, galleries, film-makers,…
