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Being at the ‘top of your game’ no guarantee of job security, warns decorated historian now facing the chop

‘Self-referential’ science must make sure it is using current allocations effectively, says head of slimmed-down agency

Institutions increasingly grouping together locally in bid to make their voices heard but those behind the initiatives say incentives to collaborate still too weak

Several universities have committed to giving everyone access to latest technology, but expert says a more nuanced approach is needed

Lawyers acting for students blocked from UK universities contest supposed link between study visas and asylum claims

Nurturing well-rounded athletes is core business, sports college head says, as campus gears up for forthcoming Olympics

Institutions aim to train new generation of local developers after years of developing workforce for international companies

With right-wing party leading polls in two eastern German states, the country’s top research bodies are preparing plans to protect scientists

Departing leader of St Mary’s reflects on how Teqsa differs from OfS, maintaining proportionality in regulation and ensuring smaller institutions can stand out despite pressures towards homogeneity

With demand far outstripping supply, vice-chancellor argues building digital infrastructure can offer viable pathway for many

Universities disputing government decision to suspend access to loans claim other institutions with similar cohorts not treated in the same way

Institutions from the US, UK and France given go-ahead in second round of openings following controversial change in law governing private institutions

‘Historic’ agreement will see Royal College of Art support Norwich University of the Arts with its undergraduate provision

Study that shows girls being awarded higher predicted marks than boys raises concerns about whether they should be used to secure university offers

While recommendations from latest inquiry largely duplicate changes already made, boosted staff and student representation would be a ‘massive win’

Schools to offer technical subjects and regional leaders to link education to local needs under new plans

Low-paying disciplines dominated by women and people from disadvantaged backgrounds but more young men at risk of being ‘locked out’ entirely

Rise in compromised credentials increasing risk of damaging cyberattacks, UK IT body warns

Immigration officials question spike in admissions as new compliance rules force universities to take more cautious approach to international students

Proposals to change watchdog’s fee structure will not address concerns about growing costs, providers say

Renowned north-west observatory warns it may have to close after its £2.8 million UKRI support is cut

Modi promises action on exam leaks after mass protests forced Dharmendra Pradhan to step down

Sharper mission and team ethos of pharma companies make them more effective than university labs, says Nobelist Fred Ramsdell

One study wants a flat fee and another backs income-based tiers – but neither supports the status quo

Universities are fusing the world’s oldest discipline with one of its newest innovations. But ensuring a balance between learning technical skills and tackling big questions takes work

Doctoral student says hours spent battling unwarranted energy bill consumed his research time

Keiko Fujimori expected to pursue culture war agenda and deregulation at delicate time for country’s universities

Indian prime minister makes rare intervention to try to ease unrest but protesters pledge to continue demonstrations

Household earnings marker to remain stuck at £25,000 after ministers reject Lords recommendation

Death of youngster following experimental gene therapy only made public after journalists investigated

Scotland and Ireland first co-hosts of prestigious gathering in 2030 after controversy surrounding this year’s event

Labour announces Stockton North MP will fill role in newly merged department but officials say nothing has been decided

English universities still resisting introducing bans on relationships say they risk putting students in a more vulnerable position

Figures from multiple data sets suggest country will struggle to meet its accord target of 80 per cent tertiary participation

University claims its changes will protect academic jobs and strengthen teaching but striking staff say reforms pose an ‘existential’ threat

Success of small, specialist institutions in attracting students and top scholars shows there are ‘other ways to educate’

Former Birkbeck leader handed role until 2028 after resignation of Wendy Thomson

Institution appeals for donors to help turn burned-down building into creative district, as it says site no longer needed for day-to-day operations

But medical and veterinary students should not be left out, postgraduate body insists

Institutions could mothball buildings at less busy times of year to cut exorbitant energy costs, estate expert suggests

Students blocked from UK education by new Home Office rules offered chance to study online or via transnational partnerships instead

With financial pressures intensifying and income sources drying up, new report argues for more differentiated sector to avert worst-case scenario

Minor infractions being labelled as a breach of standards, potentially harming future careers

New tool allows prospective students to compare transport, food and accommodation costs in more than 100 cities and towns across the UK

Burnham government appointments signal focus on youth unemployment and skills as universities are left ‘without a home’, according to policy analysts

Ministers reject calls to legislate to clarify process for university going bust, despite admitting arrangements are unclear

Lobbyists welcome streamlining and greater spread of competitive funding, but say opportunities for novice researchers will come at a cost for their established peers

Labour peer to continue in position amid Cabinet shake-up, working with new education secretary Lucy Powell

Balance in applications that existed before £9,000 fees has ‘completely disappeared’, according to new analysis

Front foot action preferable to the compliance burden bound to follow the next round of bruising headlines, as sector awaits Royal Commission’s report

Decision to close department signals Burnham government wants ‘fresh start’ on science funding, says ex-ministerial adviser

Celebrities join calls for Devon university to change course, as union ballots members over industrial action

New ministers overwhelmingly attended Russell Group institutions, with only two non-graduates among number

With two universities set to become one entity next month, unions say there are still too many unknowns about how the new institution will operate

Universities warned that rising anti-migrant sentiment could harm internationalisation goals

Course costs can be wound back without undue pain to students, universities or the government, under policy prescription

Manchester Central MP takes education brief as Jonathan Reynolds given business and science role

Former Covid-era chief scientific adviser and his boss confirm departures amid rumours their department is being disbanded

Students call for wider reform of India’s education system as new youth-led movement gathers support

Loss of stand-alone Department for Science, Innovation and Technology risks research becoming ‘afterthought’ in governmental discussions, argue sector leaders