Russell Group to review two A-level subjects
The Russell Group will only need to revamp two A-level subject areas after a review said just minor changes were needed to most qualifications.
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Entries for the 2013 ߣߣƵ HE Jargon competition are now invited
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Edinburgh signs pledge to end zero-hours contracts
The University of Edinburgh has signed an agreement to cease all use of zero-hours contracts and replace them with “fair and equitable” deals.
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Transnational education growing at ‘brisk pace’
Transnational education – where students stay in their home country but study degrees from abroad – is growing at a “brisk pace”, a new report says.
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THE World University Rankings video contest 2013
We asked students and faculty all over the world to tell us the best things about their university in just twenty seconds - and the first results are in!
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THE podcast: 5 September 2013 issue review
Download the podcastZero-hour contracts, “old boys’ clubs”, our new Alma Mater Index and academics who change career paths are all up for discussion in this week’s ߣߣƵ issue review...
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THE podcast: Quintin McKellar interview
Download the podcastUniversity of Hertfordshire vice-chancellor Quintin McKellar met with ߣߣƵ reporter Chris Parr on 16 August 2013, the day after A-level results day. They discuss...
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5 September 2013
Scenic routes - The research diversions that lead academics down new career paths
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The week in higher education
Universities are always trying to show that they provide a unique “student experience”. When students pay up to £730 a month for a room without a view save for a brick wall, mission accomplished. A...
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Leader - Zero-sum game
The growth in zero-hours contracts threatens the reputation of our universities and the morale of their staff
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Essex ‘lighthouse’: not very illuminating
Essex’s efforts to stand out in marketplace confuse English speakers. John Morgan reports
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Swansea target is four 3* papers: those who can’t, teach
Staff complain over ‘arbitrary’ research yardstick and teaching-only threat. Paul Jump reports
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All of our jobs and fancy living, do come in, your face is fitting, old boy
Informal networks still play vital role in securing top posts, research shows. David Matthews writes
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Cancer specialists get all clear on misconduct
Akira Orimo and Michael Lisanti absolved from suspicion of research irregularities
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Subject to demand: winners and losers in student applications, 2007-12
Demand for subjects such as English and history has fallen while applications to more job-oriented degree courses have climbed, an analysis by HSBC suggests.The number of applications to vocational...