Arab University Rankings 2026: results announced
Even with boosts in investment and research, can ‘Vision 2030’ really propel universities into the global elite?

Even with boosts in investment and research, can ‘Vision 2030’ really propel universities into the global elite?

As they respond to global challenges including climate change and food security, universities are driving progress across the Arab region, writes Ellie Bothwell

After a shambolic Budget day, it is hardly surprising that universities have been landed with a costly and overcomplicated international student levy, writes Nick Hillman

Fee caps for next two academic years confirmed by government post-budget, as students fear extra support will ‘barely scratch the surface’

Institutions urged to take a step back and think about what they are trying to achieve before ‘jumping on AI bandwagon’

Chancellor confirms details of controversial tax on income from overseas students, while universities also expect to be hit by changes to pension tax rules

Skills minister also promises to work with sector to help improve international student compliance ahead of levy introduction

Allegations of corruption and concerns about academic integrity will not be addressed without frank conversations, says university president

New legislation creating Australian commission represents ‘the obliteration of the idea that universities have purposes independent of government’, critics say


A vision for the future is a key theme for universities in this year’s Arab University Rankings. As global challenges impact higher education, it is institutions with a clear strategy that will drive...

Norwegian government celebrates fall in temporary employment rates but academics say they don’t reflect reality

More transparency needed on how titles are awarded, academics say, as some believe they have lost out after criticising their institution

Grade inflation follows the US playbook, threatening public confidence in Kiwi universities

Refusal to accept the scale of discrimination faced by Jewish scholars and students reflects a blind spot in academic thinking, argues Noam Schimmel