Stammering: higher education’s ‘invisible disability’ must be tackled
On International Stammering Awareness Day, two academics who stammer explain why higher education must do more to support those with this ‘invisible disability’
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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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The 10 strangest student accommodation requests
There's no shame in wanting a few extra little luxuries in your student digs, but there are some requests that might be beyond the provider's capability
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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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Canada is the most popular destination for international students
International students put Canada at the top of the list of preferred study-abroad destinations, poll discovers
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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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What is it like to study at a liberal arts college?
Students from a number of the top liberal arts colleges in the US describe what makes the liberal arts education so attractive