Applicants for grants from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council will have to make the case for the national importance as well as the international excellence of their research, the...
Programmes must appeal to students, not the vanity of academics, says PR head. David Matthews writes
'Surprising' Hefce data may leave some research intensives' 'cores' exposed. Simon Baker reports
Large scholarships that put cash in students' pockets while they are studying should be offered by universities in preference to fee waivers, the government's advocate for access to education has...
Discipline's doyens launch Classics defence against Royal Holloway plans. Jack Grove writes
The vice-chancellor of London Metropolitan University has warned that the institution is "at risk" if it fails to recruit about 2,000 students in clearing, following a warning from England's funding...
Blaming recession for graduates' poor jobs record, UEL stands by its fees decision. Jack Grove reports
Regional differences in backing for rises may hurt post-92s serving communities, writes Simon Baker
The University of East London has parted company with an academic found guilty of research misconduct at two previous universities.
Study-and-work model revived for accountancy trainees to improve access. Simon Baker reports
Research councilsSchools connection to endThe UK's research councils are to close their long-running researchers-in-residence scheme. The programme, which has been in existence for 17 years, sponsors...
University may not always be the best option for those from poorer backgrounds. Jack Grove reports
Fleet of foot vocational institutions steal a march on traditional universities. Jon Marcus reports
Partnerships between public and private institutions are key to weathering these uncertain times, says James Kirkbride
The regulatory regime outlined in the White Paper may lighten the bureaucratic burden but it has its dangers, warns Roger King