Debate must not be clouded by misconceptions about what the proposals would mean. We believe these proposals would be better described as a university graduate contribution system. Students would not pay anything upfront: it is graduates who would be asked to make a contribution. This would work like a tax on income above £21,000, for […]
In response to the Universities that Count Annual Report 2009: ‘The Environmental and Social Responsibility Benchmarking Programme for Performance Improvement in UK Higher Education’ Libby Aston, Director of University Alliance, said: “This report shows that Alliance universities have again excelled in the area of environmental and social responsibility. “This report highlights the University Alliance members’ commitment to and achievements […]
In response to the Government’s proposals for graduate contributions of £6,000 – £9,000, Libby Aston, Director of University Alliance said: “Introducing a fairer, more progressive, graduate contribution scheme provides an opportunity to eliminate the notion of upfront cost or burdensome debt. It will put in place a simplified system of financial support for students alongside […]
In response to today’s Spending Review announcements, Libby Aston, Director of University Alliance said: “These proposals to replace direct public funding with graduate contribution constitute a radical shift to an almost entirely market-based system and could bring about irreversible change to the fundamental nature of our universities. We will work closely with the Government to […]
In response to Lord Browne’s review, Libby Aston, Director of University Alliance, said: “We strongly welcome the recognition Lord Browne has given to the central role that universities play in the UK’s economic recovery and international competitiveness. “Higher education is an investment in the engine of an innovation-driven economy; it provides good value to the […]
Will you want to vote on university funding and fees in the coming Parliament? Do you have a university in your constituency? This briefing paper is a snapshot of the issues which are likely to be voted on or debated during the next Parliament and the ways University Alliance can provide useful information. Universities are […]
We strongly welcome the recognition Lord Browne has given to the central role that universities play in the UK’s economic recovery and international competitiveness. Higher education is an investment in the engine of an innovation-driven economy and is a central component of any strategy to reduce the deficit whilst increasing growth. Browne’s proposals for a […]
Vince Cable is a much-loved politician because he tells it like it is, he seems to know what he is talking about and he doesn’t pander to people. Youngsters like him because he has a cool name that brings to mind an action movie star; oldies are keen because, well, because he’s one of them. […]
The research released by OFFA today presents important findings at a time when universities and government alike are seeking to use limited public resources to the greatest effect. Welcoming the report and in the context of the announcement of the Browne Review, Libby Aston, Director of University Alliance, said: “These findings sit firmly alongside previous […]
Many universities set to lose income overall if cap is lifted, researcher warns. Simon Baker reports. The English universities seeking to have the cap on tuition fees removed may be “turkeys voting for Christmas”, as such a move could actually reduce their income, an academic has cautioned. For many in higher education, this move aims […]
