This is a book on the philosophy of higher education in the tradition of Aristotle. Its refreshing message is that higher education, properly conceived, reflects the relatedness of human beings, and...
Let me start by conceding the central, most controversial thesis argued in this book: that neo-creationism and ultra-Darwinism are opposing offshoots of the same modernist root. Both read the Bible...
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Overhaul aims to give students the flexibility needed in an ever-changing market. Hannah Fearn reports
The UK has long had "more than its fair share" of international students, and must reconcile itself to the fact that things are going to change.This warning was made by Richard Yelland, head of the...
IndiaHindi proves unpopularAn Indian university established to teach foreign languages has found that the demand for Hindi is so low that the staff members teaching the course outnumber the students...
Washington University in St LouisR. Marie GriffithA pioneer of the study of modern evangelical women who described her work as "bridging thorny divides" has been named director of the John C....
Each week, Dr Margot Feelbetter poses a dilemma and offers advice for readers to respond to online. This week: She knows where the bodies are buried
Matthew Reisz on an ESRC-funded seminar series aiming for closer links between arts and education
Academics must change to get the best from technology, Jisc hears. Hannah Fearn reports
Government seeks to cap loans costs through closure of loophole. Simon Baker reports
The new head of the Student Loans Company is feeling "quietly confident" about the future despite the fiasco that left tens of thousands of undergraduates without funds.
Thousands of students at private colleges are already accessing public student loans, according to data obtained by Times Higher Education.
UCU boycott of pension meetings may leave leaders with hefty bills. John Morgan reports
The University and College Union has warned that it will step up industrial action for "maximum impact" on examinations and assessment if the employers do not return to the negotiating table on...