Departure of Saïd Business School dean leaves ‘serious questions’
Soumitra Dutta to be replaced by interim leader after reports he was investigated for harassment
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Almost 4,000 courses closed at UK universities since 2024
Analysis reveals half of closures have come at lower-tariff universities, creating a ‘vicious cycle’ for institutions struggling to attract students
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Singapore universities expand Mandarin degrees as demand grows
Critics warn of risks to diversity, integration and academic balance as more institutions attempt to cater to Chinese students
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Could REF pause lead to Trump-style diversity crackdown?
Three-month review of Research Excellence Framework could trigger more radical rethink on institutional priorities and spending, sector figures warn
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Charlie Kirk’s death ‘may heighten pressure on US universities’
Shooting of high-profile political campaigner on campus could be used as a tool for further attacks on US institutions, say experts
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To respond to AI, we may need to live with lower student satisfaction
Reversing some recent trends in teaching and learning is sure to generate mixed responses from students. Regulators must step in, says Ian Pace
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Record number of universities in World University Rankings 2026
India will be the second most-represented country in world for first time
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£3.4 million project to assess use of AI in doctoral research
Aston and Leeds plan to create resources and training tools for students, supervisors and examiners
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UK study visa applications up 2 per cent on last year
Signs of ‘slow recovery’ for international student recruitment as demand for study visas rises
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Removal of ANU v-c ‘sets precedent for political meddling’
Political campaign against ‘damaging’ v-c highlights tension between obligations to constituents and respect for institutional autonomy
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Quality concerns raised at India’s largest private university
Lovely Professional University students protest over delayed classes, overcrowded hostels and questions about placements
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Australian opposition dubious about ‘arm’s-length’ Atec
Shadow minister promises bipartisanship but ‘no blank cheque’, with commission’s funding activities set for particular scrutiny
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Universities hope to feel ‘more listened to’ under Kendall
Departure of Peter Kyle as science secretary raises hopes that his successor Liz Kendall will offer a more sympathetic ear on research concerns
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More universities could join new Kent-Greenwich group, says v-c
Incoming leader of new entity says course sharing on the cards ‘where it makes sense’ as unions fear merger will result in more job cuts