The Secretary of State for Education, Gavin Williamson, today (9 July 2020) made a speech on further education reform, which included the decision to abolish the 50% target of young people going to university. Reacting to the speech, Chief Executive of University Alliance Vanessa Wilson commented: “We’re pleased to see the government put further and […]
University Alliance (UA) has today (2 July 2020) announced that Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has officially joined the mission group. UA represents 12 of the country’s best large to mid-sized universities who are leaders in technical and professional education. Alliance universities are known for their close links with industry, professions and employers, and for their […]
The Universities Minister, Michelle Donelan, today (1 July 2020) made comments on Higher Education suggesting fewer people should be going to university based on unsubstantiated claims over the value of degree courses. Reacting to the comments, Chief Executive of University Alliance Vanessa Wilson commented: “We’re thoroughly disappointed in the Universities Minister’s comments today, suggesting fewer […]
UA CEO Vanessa Wilson comments on the chancellors £22 billion research and development investment
This week, Professor Jane Harrington took up her post as the new Vice-Chancellor of the University of Greenwich. Professor Harrington joins Greenwich from another Alliance University, UWE Bristol, where she spent five years as Deputy Vice-Chancellor. Her specific interests include widening participation in Higher Education, enhancing teaching excellence and the student experience, and working closely […]
Portsmouth University and Birmingham City University were among the winners at last night’s Times Higher Education Awards Ceremony hosted in London.
At a ceremony at St James’ Palace last night, three Alliance member universities were recognised for their contributions to higher and further education. The University of Greenwich, Coventry University and Birmingham City University were commended for their work tackling famine and disease, collaboration with engineering and manufacturing, and historic innovation and contribution to heritage. Alliance […]
University Alliance sets out three simple tests to assess and engage political parties’ positions throughout the general election.
University Alliance is pleased to welcome Dr Isabel Spence who will take up the new role of Network Lead. She will be managing and reinvigorating the Alliance networks, which bring together senior staff from across the membership to share ideas and tackle common issues together. Isabel has worked in the education sector for over ten […]
Professor Debra Humphris takes office as chair of University Alliance as the mission group launches its new strategy.
