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2013-06-13
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
2013-06-08
www.dailymail.co.uk
More than 132,000 students from mainland Europe enrolled at UK institutions last year, a rise of 18 per cent since 2008.
More than 132,000 students from mainland Europe enrolled at UK institutions last year, a rise of 18 per cent since 2008.
2013-06-08
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
2013-06-05
www.guardian.co.uk
Research suggests more students are choosing to study in the US and Canada and that the change cannot easily be reversedThe government's hardening of international student visa rules could cause long-term damage to Britain's universities and co...
Research suggests more students are choosing to study in the US and Canada and that the change cannot easily be reversedThe government's hardening of international student visa rules could cause long-term damage to Britain's universities and co...
2013-06-05
www.bbc.co.uk
Postgraduate education in the UK is like an exclusive golf club, with only the wealthy able to apply, claims the liberal think-tank, Centre Forum.
Postgraduate education in the UK is like an exclusive golf club, with only the wealthy able to apply, claims the liberal think-tank, Centre Forum.
2013-06-04
www.guardian.co.uk
The Guardian University guide and ranking for 2014 is out today. See what the data says and how it's changed since last year• Get the data• Read the methodology• Get the 2013 data• More data journalism and data visualisations from the Gu...
The Guardian University guide and ranking for 2014 is out today. See what the data says and how it's changed since last year• Get the data• Read the methodology• Get the 2013 data• More data journalism and data visualisations from the Gu...
2013-05-23
www.bbc.co.uk
A steep decline in foreign students coming to study at UK colleges and language schools prompts fears of a knock-on effect on universities.
A steep decline in foreign students coming to study at UK colleges and language schools prompts fears of a knock-on effect on universities.
2013-05-23
www.hefce.ac.uk
Universities in the UK contributed £3.4 billion to the economy in 2011-12 through services to business, including commercialisation of new knowledge, delivery of professional training and consultancy.
Universities in the UK contributed £3.4 billion to the economy in 2011-12 through services to business, including commercialisation of new knowledge, delivery of professional training and consultancy.
2013-05-23
www.dailymail.co.uk
The university also announced the proportion of successful applicants from ethnic minorities has also increased to 16 per cent. Private school entrants still account for only 36.7 per cent of intake.
The university also announced the proportion of successful applicants from ethnic minorities has also increased to 16 per cent. Private school entrants still account for only 36.7 per cent of intake.
2013-05-09
www.hefce.ac.uk
Early research into user experiences of the Unistats web-site, published today, shows that it is one of the most widely used higher education course comparison web-sites, and that universities and colleges rose well to the challenge of providing ...
Early research into user experiences of the Unistats web-site, published today, shows that it is one of the most widely used higher education course comparison web-sites, and that universities and colleges rose well to the challenge of providing ...
2013-04-10
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
March is the month when we announce our annual allocation of recurrent grant, and the reduction in grant compared with a year ago is in line with changes arising from the reform of higher education funding.
March is the month when we announce our annual allocation of recurrent grant, and the reduction in grant compared with a year ago is in line with changes arising from the reform of higher education funding.
2013-04-08
www.hefce.ac.uk
March is the month when we announce our annual allocation of recurrent grant, and the reduction in grant compared with a year ago is in line with changes arising from the reform of higher education funding.
March is the month when we announce our annual allocation of recurrent grant, and the reduction in grant compared with a year ago is in line with changes arising from the reform of higher education funding.
2013-04-04
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
2013-03-28
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
2013-03-28
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
2013-03-14
www.bbc.co.uk
There has been a "dramatic decline" in the number of people studying for degrees in England on a part-time basis, a report says.
There has been a "dramatic decline" in the number of people studying for degrees in England on a part-time basis, a report says.
2013-03-11
www.guardian.co.uk
It's not enough for David Willetts to encourage over 60s to go back to university, says David Latchman – they need concrete support and society's prejudices need tackling tooI was delighted to hear universities minister David Willetts encoura...
It's not enough for David Willetts to encourage over 60s to go back to university, says David Latchman – they need concrete support and society's prejudices need tackling tooI was delighted to hear universities minister David Willetts encoura...
2013-02-28
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
Analysis of information on staff and students can help to improve recruitment and retention
Analysis of information on staff and students can help to improve recruitment and retention
2013-02-21
www.bbc.co.uk
The mother of the murdered teenager Stephen Lawrence is helping to launch a new centre for research in to race and education.
The mother of the murdered teenager Stephen Lawrence is helping to launch a new centre for research in to race and education.
2013-02-21
www.dailymail.co.uk
David Willetts said older people who keep their skills up to date are more likely to keep their jobs. Until now only students aged under 54 have been eligible for a loan.
David Willetts said older people who keep their skills up to date are more likely to keep their jobs. Until now only students aged under 54 have been eligible for a loan.
2013-02-21
www.guardian.co.uk
The universities minister encouraged workers at the end of their careers to study again as educational patterns changeOlder people should consider going to university in order to continue working beyond the official retirement age, the minister f...
The universities minister encouraged workers at the end of their careers to study again as educational patterns changeOlder people should consider going to university in order to continue working beyond the official retirement age, the minister f...
2013-02-21
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
'Change of tone' will not arrest falling student numbers, critics argue
'Change of tone' will not arrest falling student numbers, critics argue
2013-02-15
www.guardian.co.uk
International students sign up for UK degrees as British universities set up branches and franchises across the world• Why did Oxford Brookes top the table? The number of students studying for UK degrees in overseas countries increased 13% last ...
International students sign up for UK degrees as British universities set up branches and franchises across the world• Why did Oxford Brookes top the table? The number of students studying for UK degrees in overseas countries increased 13% last ...
2013-02-15
www.bbc.co.uk
How do Indian students view UK visa charges?
How do Indian students view UK visa charges?
2013-02-14
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
Managerial staff one of few growth areas in HE employment
Managerial staff one of few growth areas in HE employment
2013-02-04
www.guardian.co.uk
More than a third of academics are on temporary contracts as universities casualise their workforcesWhen Vicky Blake embarked on her PhD at Durham University eight years ago, she believed it was the beginning of an exciting research career. Now, ...
More than a third of academics are on temporary contracts as universities casualise their workforcesWhen Vicky Blake embarked on her PhD at Durham University eight years ago, she believed it was the beginning of an exciting research career. Now, ...
2013-01-31
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
Student visas were used so extensively by Indians to gain the right to work in the UK that they became known as "marriage dowries", the head of migration policy at the Home Office has said.
Student visas were used so extensively by Indians to gain the right to work in the UK that they became known as "marriage dowries", the head of migration policy at the Home Office has said.
2013-01-30
www.bbc.co.uk
Figures seen by the BBC suggest applications from the rest of the UK for places at Scottish universities have risen.
Figures seen by the BBC suggest applications from the rest of the UK for places at Scottish universities have risen.
2013-01-29
www.guardian.co.uk
Male students are outnumbered by females at most UK universities. But what subjects are they studying and which campuses have the biggest gender gap?• Download the data• More data journalism and data visualisations from the GuardianIf you're...
Male students are outnumbered by females at most UK universities. But what subjects are they studying and which campuses have the biggest gender gap?• Download the data• More data journalism and data visualisations from the GuardianIf you're...
2013-01-28
www.guardian.co.uk
Campaigners say universities will appoint more minority ethnic and female academics to the top jobs only when their funding depends on itEighteen months ago the cause of gender equality in UK universities got a welcome boost. Medical schools seek...
Campaigners say universities will appoint more minority ethnic and female academics to the top jobs only when their funding depends on itEighteen months ago the cause of gender equality in UK universities got a welcome boost. Medical schools seek...
2013-01-24
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
• It might seem a little soon to worry about such matters, but where will the royal baby go to university? That was the issue raised by the Daily Mail on 15 January after St James's Palace announced that the Duchess of Cambridge's...
• It might seem a little soon to worry about such matters, but where will the royal baby go to university? That was the issue raised by the Daily Mail on 15 January after St James's Palace announced that the Duchess of Cambridge's...
2013-01-22
www.bbc.co.uk
"Negative rhetoric" by the government is deterring international students from applying to UK universities, warns a university vice-chancellor.
"Negative rhetoric" by the government is deterring international students from applying to UK universities, warns a university vice-chancellor.
2013-01-22
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
The vice-chancellor of the University of East Anglia has called for the government's "negative rhetoric" towards international students to be "vigorously countered" by the sector.
The vice-chancellor of the University of East Anglia has called for the government's "negative rhetoric" towards international students to be "vigorously countered" by the sector.
2013-01-21
www.guardian.co.uk
Time magazine has published one of the longest, if not the longest, correction in publishing history. It concerns an article headlined Britain's class divide: can Oxbridge solve its privilege problem? The correction, at 545 words, is long enough ...
Time magazine has published one of the longest, if not the longest, correction in publishing history. It concerns an article headlined Britain's class divide: can Oxbridge solve its privilege problem? The correction, at 545 words, is long enough ...
2013-01-19
www.guardian.co.uk
Student takes St Hugh's to court after after being rejected for not having access to £21,000 for tuition fees and living costsAn Oxford college is being sued for discriminating against poorer students applying to study for postgraduate courses....
Student takes St Hugh's to court after after being rejected for not having access to £21,000 for tuition fees and living costsAn Oxford college is being sued for discriminating against poorer students applying to study for postgraduate courses....
2013-01-18
www.publicservice.co.uk
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2013-01-18
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
Staff levels at UK higher education institutions have dropped for the second consecutive year, new figures show.
Staff levels at UK higher education institutions have dropped for the second consecutive year, new figures show.
2013-01-18
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
The University of Bristol was one of the biggest winners in the first year of higher fees, expanding its new student cohort by 28 per cent, while London Metropolitan University saw its intake shrink by 43 per cent.
The University of Bristol was one of the biggest winners in the first year of higher fees, expanding its new student cohort by 28 per cent, while London Metropolitan University saw its intake shrink by 43 per cent.
2013-01-15
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
The number of academics submitted to the research excellence framework is likely to exceed the number submitted to the last research assessment exercise, new figures suggest.
The number of academics submitted to the research excellence framework is likely to exceed the number submitted to the last research assessment exercise, new figures suggest.
2013-01-14
www.guardian.co.uk
The number of first-class degrees is rising, but if we care about standards we must analyse the pressures around accreditationThe Higher Education Statistics Agency recently published its annual overview of enrolments and qualifications achieved ...
The number of first-class degrees is rising, but if we care about standards we must analyse the pressures around accreditationThe Higher Education Statistics Agency recently published its annual overview of enrolments and qualifications achieved ...
2013-01-11
www.guardian.co.uk
Drop in Indian and Pakistani students of 23.5% and 13.4% partly due to growing perception that Britain is not a welcoming placeThe number of students from India and Pakistan coming to study at British universities and higher education colleges ha...
Drop in Indian and Pakistani students of 23.5% and 13.4% partly due to growing perception that Britain is not a welcoming placeThe number of students from India and Pakistan coming to study at British universities and higher education colleges ha...
2013-01-11
www.guardian.co.uk
Number of postgraduate students travelling to UK from non-EU countries fell 1% in 2011/12 academic yearThe number of postgraduate students travelling from non-EU countries to study at UK universities has fallen for the first time in 16 years, fue...
Number of postgraduate students travelling to UK from non-EU countries fell 1% in 2011/12 academic yearThe number of postgraduate students travelling from non-EU countries to study at UK universities has fallen for the first time in 16 years, fue...
2013-01-11
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
The number of Indian students studying at UK universities fell by 24 per cent last year, as the government's tightening of the student visa system took effect.
The number of Indian students studying at UK universities fell by 24 per cent last year, as the government's tightening of the student visa system took effect.
2013-01-10
www.dailymail.co.uk
The number of students awarded first-class honours soared 16 per cent last year, which is the biggest increase on record, meaning more than a sixth of students now get top grade.
The number of students awarded first-class honours soared 16 per cent last year, which is the biggest increase on record, meaning more than a sixth of students now get top grade.
2013-01-10
www.bbc.co.uk
Wales is still lagging behind UK counterparts in awarding top university degrees but graduates still have the best chance of a job, new figures reveal.
Wales is still lagging behind UK counterparts in awarding top university degrees but graduates still have the best chance of a job, new figures reveal.
2013-01-10
www.guardian.co.uk
The number of first-class degrees is more than double what it was 10 years ago, official figures showA record 61,605 undergraduates – one in six – were awarded firsts at the end of their degrees last summer, according to figures published by ...
The number of first-class degrees is more than double what it was 10 years ago, official figures showA record 61,605 undergraduates – one in six – were awarded firsts at the end of their degrees last summer, according to figures published by ...
2013-01-10
www.bbc.co.uk
The number of part-time students enrolled at UK universities fell across the board last year, figures show.
The number of part-time students enrolled at UK universities fell across the board last year, figures show.
2013-01-10
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
The number of UK students entering postgraduate study plunged by 8 per cent last year, new figures show.
The number of UK students entering postgraduate study plunged by 8 per cent last year, new figures show.
2013-01-09
www.hefce.ac.uk
A report published by HEFCE gives comprehensive information for the first time about the destinations of students studying for higher education (HE) qualifications registered at HEFCE-funded further education colleges (FECs) [Notes 1 and 3].
A report published by HEFCE gives comprehensive information for the first time about the destinations of students studying for higher education (HE) qualifications registered at HEFCE-funded further education colleges (FECs) [Notes 1 and 3].
2013-01-09
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
The proportion of staff submitted by each unit of assessment to the 2014 research excellence framework will become clear for the first time after the Higher Education Statistics Agency announced it will release statistics on the number of...
The proportion of staff submitted by each unit of assessment to the 2014 research excellence framework will become clear for the first time after the Higher Education Statistics Agency announced it will release statistics on the number of...
2013-01-03
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
University efforts to make it easier to remove fixed-term staff anger unions. Jack Grove writes
University efforts to make it easier to remove fixed-term staff anger unions. Jack Grove writes
2012-12-30
www.bbc.co.uk
A look back at an eventful 2012 from BBC Scotland
A look back at an eventful 2012 from BBC Scotland
2012-12-13
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
All eyes are on Brazil's academy and its rising research output, generous funding and willingness to team up internationally in a bid to become a major player. Elizabeth Gibney reports from São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro
All eyes are on Brazil's academy and its rising research output, generous funding and willingness to team up internationally in a bid to become a major player. Elizabeth Gibney reports from São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro
2012-12-10
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
The retail and financial sectors remain the top recruiters of graduates despite the economic turbulence of recent years, a report has found.
The retail and financial sectors remain the top recruiters of graduates despite the economic turbulence of recent years, a report has found.
2012-12-06
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
UCU study suggests flaws in student-to-staff ratios may mask true class sizes. Jack Grove reports
UCU study suggests flaws in student-to-staff ratios may mask true class sizes. Jack Grove reports
2012-11-16
www.walesonline.co.uk
Concerns have been raised about the standard of Welsh higher education after figures revealed universities in Wales produce fewer top degrees than any other home nation.
Concerns have been raised about the standard of Welsh higher education after figures revealed universities in Wales produce fewer top degrees than any other home nation.
2012-11-13
www.guardian.co.uk
As employers seek out graduates with specialist skills, management courses are becoming increasingly popularWhen Sheliza Tejani graduated with a business-focused master's this summer, she hoped the specialist skills she had developed would help ...
As employers seek out graduates with specialist skills, management courses are becoming increasingly popularWhen Sheliza Tejani graduated with a business-focused master's this summer, she hoped the specialist skills she had developed would help ...
2012-11-01
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
Analysis of doctorates prompts concerns over adequacy of scholars' training, reports Jack Grove
Analysis of doctorates prompts concerns over adequacy of scholars' training, reports Jack Grove
2012-10-30
www.guardian.co.uk
Can higher education widen participation without addressing the lack of diversity in its own workforce, asks Peggy ReynoldsWhen I was a young lecturer a knock came at my office door. "Oh," he said as I opened it. "So sorry. I was looking for Dr R...
Can higher education widen participation without addressing the lack of diversity in its own workforce, asks Peggy ReynoldsWhen I was a young lecturer a knock came at my office door. "Oh," he said as I opened it. "So sorry. I was looking for Dr R...
2012-10-25
www.standard.co.uk
They have an armoury of qualifications, work experience, internships and unpaid volunteering.
They have an armoury of qualifications, work experience, internships and unpaid volunteering.
2012-10-25
www.guardian.co.uk
Is it better to force yourself to complete a course you hate – or face up to the truth and cut your losses? Mistakes a person can make during the first term of university and whether I made them:• Declaring your drunken love to a sober and uni...
Is it better to force yourself to complete a course you hate – or face up to the truth and cut your losses? Mistakes a person can make during the first term of university and whether I made them:• Declaring your drunken love to a sober and uni...
2012-10-25
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
Older academics are taking early retirement to pursue "authentic study" because of modern constraints on researchers.
Older academics are taking early retirement to pursue "authentic study" because of modern constraints on researchers.
2012-10-23
www.guardian.co.uk
Distance learning is increasingly popular and one of the reasons is the growing number of free courses being offered onlineDaniel Conn left school at 18 and started work as an administrator for Mercedes-Benz near his home in Brighton. He soon wis...
Distance learning is increasingly popular and one of the reasons is the growing number of free courses being offered onlineDaniel Conn left school at 18 and started work as an administrator for Mercedes-Benz near his home in Brighton. He soon wis...
2012-10-18
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
The UK sector's growing involvement in offshore education includes everything from branch campuses and institutional partnerships to validation and franchising. David Matthews weighs the different models' risks, rewards and rationales
The UK sector's growing involvement in offshore education includes everything from branch campuses and institutional partnerships to validation and franchising. David Matthews weighs the different models' risks, rewards and rationales
2012-10-11
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
David Matthews reports on bid to show clemency to PhD students as cash from Damascus dries up
David Matthews reports on bid to show clemency to PhD students as cash from Damascus dries up
2012-10-04
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
There was never a golden age in which academic values such as universalism and disinterestedness were not at risk, argues Bruce Macfarlane. But in an age of sponsorism and insecurity, all scholars must hold fast to the precepts that make...
There was never a golden age in which academic values such as universalism and disinterestedness were not at risk, argues Bruce Macfarlane. But in an age of sponsorism and insecurity, all scholars must hold fast to the precepts that make...
2012-10-03
www.hefce.ac.uk
A new report published by HEFCE looks at how the chances of young people entering higher education (HE) vary according to where they live.
A new report published by HEFCE looks at how the chances of young people entering higher education (HE) vary according to where they live.
2012-09-30
www.bbc.co.uk
A report warns that the UK needs to increase the number of science, technology and engineering graduates it produces by 50%.
A report warns that the UK needs to increase the number of science, technology and engineering graduates it produces by 50%.
2012-09-30
www.guardian.co.uk
A new book is right to highlight the male identity crisis caused by economic change. But where's the manifesto for a new man? The cover of the book is as simple as can be: just bold type set into a pink and yellow design, as if to evoke the Sex P...
A new book is right to highlight the male identity crisis caused by economic change. But where's the manifesto for a new man? The cover of the book is as simple as can be: just bold type set into a pink and yellow design, as if to evoke the Sex P...
2012-09-29
www.guardian.co.uk
Local Government Association figures show regional variations in job availability as almost half of graduates are still looking for work after three monthsAround half of all this year's graduates will struggle to find full-time jobs for many mon...
Local Government Association figures show regional variations in job availability as almost half of graduates are still looking for work after three monthsAround half of all this year's graduates will struggle to find full-time jobs for many mon...
2012-09-27
www.hefce.ac.uk
Students applying to university will have more information at their fingertips than ever before to help them make choices about courses and where to study.
Students applying to university will have more information at their fingertips than ever before to help them make choices about courses and where to study.
2012-09-25
www.scotland.gov.uk
Statistics on the first destinations of qualifiers from Scottish HEIs are published.
Statistics on the first destinations of qualifiers from Scottish HEIs are published.
2012-09-20
www.standard.co.uk
Architecture graduate Debo Ajose-Adeogun has a spectacular panoramic view of the Olympic Park from the top of his high-rise block in Stratford. The 24-year-old Londoner has watched this part of Newham be transformed from a neglected backwater to ...
Architecture graduate Debo Ajose-Adeogun has a spectacular panoramic view of the Olympic Park from the top of his high-rise block in Stratford. The 24-year-old Londoner has watched this part of Newham be transformed from a neglected backwater to ...
2012-09-20
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
Simeon Underwood argues that the data requirements imposed on universities have got out of hand - and there's no let-up in sight
Simeon Underwood argues that the data requirements imposed on universities have got out of hand - and there's no let-up in sight
2012-09-13
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
Joanna Sugden reports on falling student applications and pre-emptive cutbacks
Joanna Sugden reports on falling student applications and pre-emptive cutbacks
2012-09-10
www.guardian.co.uk
'Glocals' see transnational education as a means of developing their professional profile and networks – higher education institutions should respond likewise, says Elizabeth ShepherdIn 2010 to 2011, the UK Higher Education Statistics Agency ...
'Glocals' see transnational education as a means of developing their professional profile and networks – higher education institutions should respond likewise, says Elizabeth ShepherdIn 2010 to 2011, the UK Higher Education Statistics Agency ...
2012-09-04
www.guardian.co.uk
With female university applicants outstripping male across a range of subjects and institutions, we need to bring action on gender in line with social outreach, says Kim CatchesideSchool examination results will always be associated with groups o...
With female university applicants outstripping male across a range of subjects and institutions, we need to bring action on gender in line with social outreach, says Kim CatchesideSchool examination results will always be associated with groups o...
2012-09-04
www.guardian.co.uk
The new Offa director must tackle the main barrier to widening participation in higher education – the lack of a nationwide and collaborative framework, says Alex Bols of the 1994 GroupDear Les, Congratulations on your new job as director of the...
The new Offa director must tackle the main barrier to widening participation in higher education – the lack of a nationwide and collaborative framework, says Alex Bols of the 1994 GroupDear Les, Congratulations on your new job as director of the...
2012-08-23
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
Universities should regularly inspect their collaborative partners to check on their financial stability and legal status, according to beefed-up Quality Assurance Agency requirements.
Universities should regularly inspect their collaborative partners to check on their financial stability and legal status, according to beefed-up Quality Assurance Agency requirements.
2012-08-22
www.hefce.ac.uk
A report published by HEFCE today (‘Widening participation and non-continuation indicators for further education colleges: Overview of trends’, HEFCE 2012/20) shows for the first time patterns of widening participation and non-continuation of...
A report published by HEFCE today (‘Widening participation and non-continuation indicators for further education colleges: Overview of trends’, HEFCE 2012/20) shows for the first time patterns of widening participation and non-continuation of...
2012-08-16
www.guardian.co.uk
Students are finding a bit of experience and some knowledge of their intended career is now just as important as a degreeExperts spend a lot of time pontificating on the news about the gloomy graduate job market, but for this year's uni-leavers,...
Students are finding a bit of experience and some knowledge of their intended career is now just as important as a degreeExperts spend a lot of time pontificating on the news about the gloomy graduate job market, but for this year's uni-leavers,...
2012-08-09
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
EU students' arrears figure provokes Tory ire as fears grow over repayment plans. John Morgan reports
EU students' arrears figure provokes Tory ire as fears grow over repayment plans. John Morgan reports
2012-08-08
www.walesonline.co.uk
FINDING a job is the biggest concern of today’s young people, new research has found.
FINDING a job is the biggest concern of today’s young people, new research has found.
2012-08-04
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
The University of Salford aims to win £5 million of contracts to train workers in the UK and abroad through a new subsidiary company launched this week.
The University of Salford aims to win £5 million of contracts to train workers in the UK and abroad through a new subsidiary company launched this week.
2012-08-02
www.guardian.co.uk
Our plans are in tatters, say Romanian students, because we need permits to work while we studyBy now, Emilia Gheorghe, a second-year Romanian student at Hull University, should be working at an international summer school, developing children's...
Our plans are in tatters, say Romanian students, because we need permits to work while we studyBy now, Emilia Gheorghe, a second-year Romanian student at Hull University, should be working at an international summer school, developing children's...
2012-08-02
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
More people went to public events put on by UK universities in 2010-11 than are expected to attend the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
More people went to public events put on by UK universities in 2010-11 than are expected to attend the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
2012-07-27
www.independent.co.uk
More than 20,000 of the class of 2011 were still unemployed six months after they graduated from university, it was revealed yesterday. A further 10,720 graduates were forced to snap up menial jobs such as caretaking, cleaning or administrative ...
More than 20,000 of the class of 2011 were still unemployed six months after they graduated from university, it was revealed yesterday. A further 10,720 graduates were forced to snap up menial jobs such as caretaking, cleaning or administrative ...
2012-07-26
www.bbc.co.uk
Jobcentre staff have advised graduates to "dumb down" their CVs if they want to find work, a survey suggests.
Jobcentre staff have advised graduates to "dumb down" their CVs if they want to find work, a survey suggests.
2012-07-23
www.hefce.ac.uk
Universities in the UK contributed £3.3 billion to the economy in 2010-11 through services to business, including commercialisation of new knowledge, delivery of professional training, consultancy and services.
Universities in the UK contributed £3.3 billion to the economy in 2010-11 through services to business, including commercialisation of new knowledge, delivery of professional training, consultancy and services.
2012-07-19
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
Members of the Million+ group of universities awarded more PhDs relative to their quality-related research income than any other mission group in 2010-11, performance indicators published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency show.
Members of the Million+ group of universities awarded more PhDs relative to their quality-related research income than any other mission group in 2010-11, performance indicators published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency show.
2012-07-07
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
Some post-1992 universities have outperformed traditional institutions in the latest set of graduate-destination statistics.
Some post-1992 universities have outperformed traditional institutions in the latest set of graduate-destination statistics.
2012-07-05
www.independent.co.uk
More than a fifth of students at some of England's universities failed to find work after graduating last summer, official figures show.
More than a fifth of students at some of England's universities failed to find work after graduating last summer, official figures show.
2012-07-05
www.timeshighereducation.co.uk
THE investigation shows almost £60m spent on agents' commissions. David Matthews reports
THE investigation shows almost £60m spent on agents' commissions. David Matthews reports
2012-06-30
www.google.com
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2012-06-29
www.guardian.co.uk
Many believe unpaid and minimum-wage work will help them stand out in a hostile job marketAlmost all students are prepared to work unpaid or take minimum wage positions to secure a graduate job, according to a national survey. Half of university s...
Many believe unpaid and minimum-wage work will help them stand out in a hostile job marketAlmost all students are prepared to work unpaid or take minimum wage positions to secure a graduate job, according to a national survey. Half of university s...
2012-06-29
www.independent.co.uk
The number of graduates forced to take up low-paid jobs has doubled in the past five years, according to figures released yesterday.
The number of graduates forced to take up low-paid jobs has doubled in the past five years, according to figures released yesterday.
2012-06-28
www.dailymail.co.uk
The statistics will worry parents and students preparing to embark on degree courses this autumn, when tuition fees will rise to as high as £9,000 a year.
The statistics will worry parents and students preparing to embark on degree courses this autumn, when tuition fees will rise to as high as £9,000 a year.
2012-06-28
www.walesonline.co.uk
Wales is losing a quarter of its brightest students to jobs in England, alarming new figures reveal.
Wales is losing a quarter of its brightest students to jobs in England, alarming new figures reveal.
2012-06-28
www.bbc.co.uk
The number of new graduates working in jobs like cleaning or bar work has almost doubled in five years according to government figures.
The number of new graduates working in jobs like cleaning or bar work has almost doubled in five years according to government figures.
2012-06-28
www.independent.co.uk
More than 20,000 graduates were out of work after leaving university last year, while thousands more took jobs as labourers, cleaners and road sweepers, figures show.
More than 20,000 graduates were out of work after leaving university last year, while thousands more took jobs as labourers, cleaners and road sweepers, figures show.
