Liberal arts are about more than defending liberal democracy
Humanities subjects do support economic growth and good citizenship, but their real value lies deeper, says Andrew Moore
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Safe spaces are fine, but students must also be brave
Students and administrators alike should resist pitting diversity against free expression, says John Palfrey
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How much research is done on gun violence in the US?
Bibliometric data suggest there should be more scholarship on the topic, but academics still make key contributions to debate
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Tuition fees have opened doors for students, not closed them
As the Treasury Committee inquiry into tuition fees starts today, David Richardson warns that any reforms must ensure that universities remain properly funded
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England’s university funding model should take inspiration from Wales
Labour MP Chris Elmore believes the most generous student maintenance package in the UK should not be confined to Wales
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THE podcast: 19 - 25 October 2017 issue review
Highlights from the latest edition of ߣߣÊÓƵ discussed by the editorial team
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Upgrading all borderline students’ degree classes ‘unacceptable’
Algorithms must not be used to lower thresholds, says UUK/GuildHE report
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Macron’s call for foreign climate researchers gets Gallic shrug
Initiative to bring in US scientists causes backlash among scientists awaiting funding at home
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Peru builds closer scientific links with Europe
Meeting should help develop scientific networks between the nation and European partners
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UK considers extending post-Brexit support for Horizon 2020 bids
Treasury underwriting of projects previously funded by the EU could continue after transition period, Jo Johnson says
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US college takes fight against online into great outdoors
Utah institution offers 12-week student road trip around American West
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UK's status divide 'risks brain drain' of administrators
Leading higher education professionals heading for executive teams of ߣߣÊÓƵn universities
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Airport proximity ‘key factor’ for university rankings rise
Institutions that are well connected to ‘global transportation hubs’ rise up league tables faster, study finds
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The time is right for universities to make the most of AI
Universities are very much at the forefront of efforts to extract the most value from artificial intelligence, writes Dame Wendy Hall
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NAO: still no ‘firm grip’ on English private provider ‘problems’
Public spending watchdog calls for action on high dropout rates and payments to ‘ineligible’ students