Foreign student downturn pushes more universities into deficit
The number of UK universities reporting financial shortfalls for the past academic year continues to climb as some pay out millions in redundancy costs
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Singapore universities ditch ‘competition for the sake of it’
Collaboration between top institutions expected to help attract international researchers and improve student outcomes
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US academics fear further attacks in 2026 after ‘horrendous year’
Higher education leaders pessimistic about future under Trump administration as recent campus shootings darken the outlook
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UK universities must evolve to deliver the brighter future people want
If 2025 was about establishing stability, in 2026 our focus must turn to building for the future, says UUK president Malcolm Press
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Record Australian international income ‘from onshore students’
Universities’ increasing reliance on visa applicants from within the country has so far failed to dent profitability
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How technicians can achieve professional registration
Technical professionals are essential to the success of universities and research institutes. Nana Asante Asamoah-Danso offers guidance on achieving formal recognition
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What makes a classroom a community?
Community can be built on every course, deepening learning and improving the experience for everyone. Find out how
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The business of online education
Guidance on how to successfully develop and market higher education teaching and learning online to deliver value to students and drive revenue for your institution
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Storytelling in STEM: connecting concepts, confidence and identity
Designing STEM classrooms that encourage students to reflect on their progress and share their stories takes intention, but the pay-off is enormous: more engaged, capable and confident learners
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How Carmen and the humanities can embed the skills GenAI can’t
A cultural programme centred on the opera Carmen lit a flame of engagement in students. Here’s how the humanities reach parts of the human psyche that GenAI could never touch
December 31, 2025