Nobel laureate: academics must ‘share consensus’ to prove value
While scholars may disagree in research, they should band together in public advocacy work, says Jean Tirole
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International cooperation is needed to prove how vital apprenticeships are
More data collection and research will support the future development of apprenticeships, writes Stephanie Wilde
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Is China’s HE strategy too narrow to dominate the world rankings?
Data suggest that more universities – and subject areas – will need to succeed on the world stage to sustain the country’s rise
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Former Edge Hill dean defrauded university of more than £500K
UCU says case highlights ‘serious questions’ over institution’s governance structures
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'Arrogant' universities seen as out of touch and ripe for cutbacks
Glyn Davis, vice-chancellor at the University of Melbourne, on a 'rising chorus' of complaints about universities in the UK and Australia
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Scientists bust myth that academic productivity declines with age
In-depth examination of researchers’ career paths suggests few adhere to long-held stereotype that the young publish more
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OfS framework ‘undermines Prevent guidance’
Is the government trying to have its cake and eat it with regard to free speech? asks Smita Jamdar
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Australian university funding cuts and fee rises blocked
Opposition of Nick Xenophon Team senators dooms higher education bill to failure
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Where will online education be in five years?
Online learning design is now a refined art, says Geoff Webster, and universities must show they can produce high-quality courses at a reasonable cost
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Strike over USS pension changes moves closer
Strong turnout in ballot over USS changes ‘sends a clear message’ that union members will take action to protect retirement fund, says UCU
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New Zealand’s new Labour-led government likely to abolish fees
The populist New Zealand First party’s anointing of Jacinda Ardern as prime minister will have big consequences for tertiary education, says Roger Smyth
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England’s OfS plans compulsory TEF and to charge up to £120K fees
Powerful market regulator could also award its own degrees to address gaps in provision, consultation states
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Are current UK graduates properly prepared for the global workplace?
Businesses prefer graduates with international experience, writes Sir Ciarán Devane, and universities must take note
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OfS regulatory framework: the biggest change in HE regulation for a generation
Publication of the OfS regulatory framework consultation is a ‘significant milestone’ on the road to a new regulatory regime, says OfS chief executive Nicola Dandridge