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!

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!

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...

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...

Scenic routes - The research diversions that lead academics down new career paths

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...

The growth in zero-hours contracts threatens the reputation of our universities and the morale of their staff

Essex’s efforts to stand out in marketplace confuse English speakers. John Morgan reports

Staff complain over ‘arbitrary’ research yardstick and teaching-only threat. Paul Jump reports

Informal networks still play vital role in securing top posts, research shows. David Matthews writes

Akira Orimo and Michael Lisanti absolved from suspicion of research irregularities

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...

But FoI request shows huge variations within RCUK over the extent of sanctions. Richard Fern reports

Fewer 18-year-olds and rise in BTECs could expose highly selective institutions. David Matthews writes


David Gewanter remembers the time he spent studying under the late Seamus Heaney, an inspiring poet - and inspirational teacher