Malaysian universities court Indian students
While the world’s most populous country is a bit player in Malaysian international education, diplomatic overtures and an IIT outpost could change things
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Decarbonisation can be painful, but universities must lead the way
Swansea University and TATA Steel’s steps towards fossil-free futures, in the geographical heart of extraction, offer hope for the planet, says Anna Pigott
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US pushes AI research but defers big tech data demands
With new project to study advanced computing, NSF doesn’t ask major online companies to share secrets but hopes they eventually will
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Closing university music departments does not chime with common sense
Oxford Brookes’ confirmation of its decision this week is another blow to the UK’s status as a global music powerhouse, says Daniel Grimley
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UUK to review international foundation programmes after exposé
‘While many aspects of the reporting misrepresented the admissions process and criteria, we recognise the concern this has caused,’ vice-chancellors say
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Reward quality, not student numbers, German science council urges
Universities should focus on standards as enrolments stagnate, says Science and Humanities Council
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Fafsa: US student aid woes slow admissions cycle
Biden administration stumbles in bid to increase federal tuition subsidies and ease application process, snarling acceptance timelines nationwide
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France unveils new scheme to attract Indian students
Emmanuel Macron reaffirms goal of welcoming 30,000 Indian students by 2030 during state visit
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Take collective view on reforms, says Australian lobby head
While accord recommendations that suit some universities might not suit others, overall benefit should be the litmus test, says new IRU chair
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Disclosure scheme ‘could be game changer’ for tackling harassment
Universities urged to join initiative that shares details of disciplinary processes between employers
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European science ‘must catch up with China and US’, says ERC head
Maria Leptin says Horizon Europe successor must vastly increase research funding for Europe to compete
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Oxford Brookes confirms music and maths closures despite protests
University blames external factors for cutbacks as accounts show improving financial position
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The Jo Phoenix case shows the perils of academic mobbing
It is not easy for university management to push back against large numbers of people, but resisting harassment should be paramount, says Ian Pace
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Housing gripes mar growing Kiwi support for overseas students
While surveys unearth positive views among New Zealand locals and international students, accommodation is a major concern in both camps
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Waning powers
Higher education has long been a trump card for the West, helping it to win hearts and minds. If that advantage slips, the impact will be far-reaching