Encourage intellectual development in students to improve work readinessBy supporting students to become independent thinkers who can evaluate different viewpoints within specific contexts, educators better prepare them for employment, argue Jennifer Rose and Bill MooreJennifer Rose, Bill MooreThe University of Manchester, The Perry Institute
Sustainability education needs to go beyond the SDGsAligning teaching with the Sustainable Development Goals can only go so far in preparing students for a climate change-affected world. This resource offers a framework for embedding sustainability more deeply into curricula Multiple authorsThe University of East Anglia, Technical University of Munich
Preparing students for careers in the creative industriesHow interdisciplinary and experiential learning that is integrated into inclusive curricula can equip students for their future creative careersMiaomiao JiaThe University of Bristol
What skills does the 21st-century medical educator need?A faculty development programme for instructors must facilitate more than efficient knowledge transfer. Incorporating pedagogical innovation, digital proficiency and emotional intelligence will ensure the well-being of educators and studentsMiklós KellermayerSemmelweis University
The renaissance of the essay starts hereIn the age of AI, has long-form writing in higher education reached a dead end? Martin Compton and Claire Gordon discuss the unique aspects of the essay and introduce a manifesto to revitalise itClaire Gordon , Martin ComptonThe London School of Economics and Political Science, King’s College London
Time to switch? A university’s guide to BlueskyBluesky’s growth offers academics, departments and institutions the chance to build engaged communities. Here are some tips on setting up a profileNed PotterUniversity of York
Productive disagreement is our best hope of tackling the climate crisis As complex communities with a social purpose, universities are ideal places to foster and model difficult discussions around prioritising investment and effort towards net zero goals, writes Nigel Ball Nigel BallUniversity of the Arts London
It’s time to turn the tide on our clean energy ambitionsUniversities have a pivotal role to play in inspiring the next generation to find sustainable energy solutions, from uniting researchers with business to translating innovation into practice to growing the future workforce, writes Deborah GreavesDeborah GreavesUniversity of Plymouth
Campus talks: what makes an award-winning academic, university or project?We speak to past THE Awards winners to find out about the work for which they and their institutions were recognised Roderick Watkins, Mark Brown, Joanne Pledger, Ruth SpencerAnglia Ruskin University, Royal Holloway, University of London, University of Central Lancashire
Strategies to move universities to net zeroHow one institution is reducing energy consumption, developing low-carbon infrastructure and rethinking campus spaces to reach net zeroScott DavidsonThe University of Edinburgh
Time to write is a necessity, not a nice-to-haveHow a project for academics to carve out writing time has grown from ‘power hours’ to writing retreats, community, increased well-being and higher-quality papersRosie Wadman, Jess MacphersonUniversity of Southampton
How can we make HE more accessible for those with criminal convictions?Students with criminal convictions are often left out of higher education widening participation efforts. This resource challenges the narrative and offers strategies to support themJayne Price, Paul TaylorUniversity of Chester
Walls into walkwaysAccess to library spaces in preparation for exams is helping Dublin secondary school students find a pathway into university. Here’s how DCU Library has made them feel welcomeAoife Murphy, Nuala Murray, Angela LaddagaDublin City University
Here’s how we can support long-term research staffLanguage use and reskilling are just two of the considerations for higher education institutions when it comes to supporting staff who don’t fit into the early career researcher category Rachel JamesThe University of Edinburgh
How I pioneered a graduate apprenticeship programme in architectural technologyLaunching a graduate apprenticeship programme has provided an alternative route to graduate-level education for mature, female and employed students. Here’s how to do itSuha JaradatEdinburgh Napier University
Welcome to your virtual reality-based classroomVR innovation can make education truly inclusive and sustainable. Here’s how academics at UCL and Marmara University developed a virtual reality-based buildingStephen Hilton, Blanka HiltonUCL, University of Kent
Creating flexible learning pathways for business studentsDigital transformation isn’t about technology – it’s about people, writes Steve Hill. Learning experiences must fit into students’ lives rather than forcing them to fit their lives around institutionsSteve HillWalbrook Institute London
Colouring in: a big-impact, low-budget support for student well-beingThe simple activity of colouring in could be an easy, budget-friendly way for university educators and professionals to help students reduce stress and improve well-beingEmma Palmer-CooperUniversity of Southampton
Neurodiversity-affirming education is key to supporting students into the creative industriesMore needs to be done to support neurodivergent people seeking careers in the creative industries. Here are some strategies Hannah BreslinUniversity of the Arts London
Influence social change with your research by building relationshipsResearchers from Edinburgh Napier University needed to form relationships with a range of people when evaluating Police Scotland’s use of the drug naloxone. Here’s how they did itPeter Hillen, Inga HeymanEdinburgh Napier University
Students as partners in diversifying reading listsBringing the student voice into the creation of a toolkit to decolonise and diversify university reading lists was a key purpose of a library project. Here's what the team learnt about working in partnership with studentsCharlotte Gleeson, Debbie Spencer, Jenny WarrenUniversity of Chester
Implementing a ‘research buddy’ schemeA novel volunteer programme has been giving students hands-on sports research experience and maintaining high standards of health safety. Here’s how it worksSally CarterLoughborough University
Four strategies to turn climate anxiety into student-led actionWith climate anxiety on the rise among young people, universities can adopt several strategies to help harness those concerns, empower students and effect real changeWill EllisThe London School of Economics and Political Science
‘Changing the culture from academic-owned equipment to shared ownership is not easy’With dedicated research technical professionals alongside equipment investments, universities can foster a culture of equipment sharing. Here, Sarah Bennett explains this key role in resource managementSarah BennettThe University of Warwick
Campus webinar: The art of bringing creativity and fun into the classroomLearn how to get creative with your teaching and inject a sense of fun into the classroom for better student outcomes, from experienced educators at Campus+ partner universities in the UKSimon Brownhill, Gary Burnett, Kelly Edmunds The University of Bristol, Loughborough University, The University of East Anglia
Technical staff who support student learning deserve more professional recognitionTechnical staff who deliver student-focused learning deserve more professional opportunities. Jodie Chatfield and Lindsay Davies explain how to provide tailored activities to increase awareness of and engagement with technical rolesJodie Chatfield , Lindsay DaviesUniversity of Nottingham, UK Institute for Technical Skills and Strategy
Let’s seriously game higher education to tackle the challenges ahead The ‘tomorrow problems’ can be difficult for students for grasp. Vikki McCall advises harnessing the power of serious gaming to help them join the dotsVikki McCallUniversity of Stirling
Co-creating PhD programmes for Black UK students offers a route to reparative justiceHow to co-create, recruit and deliver PhD programmes for Black students: lessons from a scholarship and development programme aimed at diversifying doctoratesHeather LambieUniversity of Glasgow
Building a university library service where everyone feels welcomePractical actions and meaningful community engagement can support libraries’ work to be more equitable, inclusive and sustainable. Here are ways to get startedTracey Stanley, Sara Huws, Susan CousinsCardiff University
Media training can combat low BME representation in academiaAdvice from Imperial College London’s new media training academy to help BME researchers build their profiles and increase the reach of their researchMaxine MyersImperial College London
How we used data to reveal the extent of sexual misconduct within the UK surgical workforceThe Working Party on Sexual Misconduct in Surgery’s Breaking the Silence report hit the front pages after exposing the extent of sexual harassment among surgical staff, even taking place in operating theatres. Here’s how data were keyCarrie NewlandsUniversity of Surrey
How can we improve the sustainability of labs?Small, incremental changes in how laboratories manage consumables and equipment can add up to a substantial reduction in the environmental footprint of research activitiesJenna Lowe University of Liverpool
Co-creation as a model for estate redevelopmentCampus redevelopment can offer an opportunity to reframe the ‘ivory tower’ image of a historic campus, without losing its sense of history, place and academic distinctiveness. Here’s how to bring in diverse stakeholder perspectivesAnton Muscatelli, Frank Coton, Karen Lee, Nicola Cameron, Moira Fischbacher-SmithUniversity of Glasgow
Supporting education-focused academics on the road less travelledEducation-focused academics must often navigate an unclear career path with limited opportunities. Danijela Serbic offers advice on how to set up an educational group to support their career developmentDanijela SerbicRoyal Holloway, University of London
How small university marketing communications teams can make a big impactAligning comms with brand identity and recruiting alumni are among several ways lean marketing communications teams can boost their institution’s profileEllie Campbell, Kate StanburyLondon Metropolitan University
A new university campus as a springboard for regenerationThe development of a new Ulster University campus has been a powerful driver for regeneration and community engagement in North Belfast. Vice-chancellor Paul Bartholomew explains how Paul BartholomewUlster University
Taking digital accessibility from mandate for change to business as usualTo support the student community, digital accessibility needs to be embedded across teaching and learning. Here, Julian Tenney offers insights and steps based on his institution’s experienceJulian TenneyUniversity of Nottingham
How can we give students the agency to deal with the climate crisis?Climate impact needs to be the lens through which students view their studies, if we’re going to equip future generations to deal with the coming emergency. Here are the best teaching strategies to do soAlex MacLarenHeriot-Watt University
Using sports storytelling to raise an institution’s profileHow the University of Stirling leverages student athletes’ stories to create impactful content and drive engagementGreg ChristisonUniversity of Stirling
Campus talks: educating our way out of the climate crisisTwo academics share strategies for advancing climate action and boosting sustainability at an institutional and individual levelLiz Price , Tripp ShealyManchester Metropolitan University, Virginia Tech
Sharing shipwreck stories to rewrite maritime historyThe story of the Gloucester shipwreck was too important to stay submerged. Here’s how academics, museum curators and the discoverers of the Gloucester wreck brought it back to the surfaceClaire JowittThe University of East Anglia
‘You can change the world with a haircut’: engaging communities at riskWith Black and minority ethnic communities disproportionately affected by high blood pressure, academics found innovative ways to reach them. Here’s how to launch a community outreach programme that worksNicola ThomasLondon South Bank University
Income should not determine outcomes for young musiciansIf we accept the view that music education is only for the rich, it makes us complicit in stifling the life choices of talented artists, writes Jennie HenleyJennie HenleyRoyal Northern College of Music (RNCM)
Build a practitioner community to embed industry experience into your coursesBringing industry professionals into your teaching roster brings a multitude of benefits. Lesley Pender shares insights on building a community of teacher-practitionersLesley Pender University of Strathclyde
Set your PhD students up with opportunities to debate and shareCreating alternative publishing opportunities and space for peer-led conversation are a vital part of the PhD research student journey. Teal Triggs launched two initiatives to do soTeal TriggsRoyal College of Art
Is AI literacy an information skill?To capitalise on GenAI’s strengths, and understand its limitations, students need to develop their research and critical thinking skills in practical, embedded and subject-specific waysEmily Dott, Terry CharltonNewcastle University
Five key tips for using AI-based simulationsWith professional experiences now crucial to undergraduate pharmacy degrees, academics turned to AI simulations. Here’s what happenedNatalie LewisAston University
How unlocking data maximises student support and successSee how using sophisticated dashboards and targeted interventions can enable institutions to deliver personalised, preventative, proactive and predictive student support Aleata Alstad-Calkins University of Roehampton
Knowledge exchange as a driver of better health outcomesA model for how universities can collaborate with public or private sector organisations and community groups to co-develop solutions to local problemsAmina Ismail , Vicki Doyle Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
Three tips when creating a one-of-a-kind undergraduate degreeBuilding an integrated undergraduate degree in clinical neurology offered Tim Young a blank slate to work with. Here is how he made it uniqueTim YoungUCL