‘Direct repression’ of academics on the rise, report finds
Universities must promote ‘broad public understanding’ that university autonomy is essential, Scholars at Risk’s annual report says
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Response to sexual harassment should be trauma-focused, says OIA
Minimise the need for students to give their account of events multiple times, universities told by ombudsman
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World University Rankings 2027: methodology
The Times Higher Education World University Rankings measure research-intensive universities across all their core missions. Here we explain how we arrive at the results for the global rankings
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Only scant relief in Australia’s R&D tax break plans, groups say
Lobbyists say constraints on the R&D Tax Incentive outweigh the benefits, despite unexpectedly favourable treatment of biomedical research
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Best universities in the world
Find the world’s top universities using the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings data
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Best universities in the UK
The University of Oxford is top in a list of the best universities in the UK, which includes institutions in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
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Find the best universities in the United States through Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings data
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How to make interdisciplinary teaching a reality
While disciplinary expertise remains important, future graduates will increasingly need broader capabilities to cope with uncertainty and change. Lei Zeng offers advice on how to develop them
September 15, 2026 -
Why first-year courses should be pass/fail – and how to make the case at your institution
First-year students suffer from disproportionate levels of stress. But there’s one structural fix that costs almost nothing: pass/fail assessment in year one. Find six steps to implement change
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Memorable teaching doesn’t just transfer knowledge – it transforms perspective
Educators may often ask themselves how to make teaching more engaging. A better question is how to create learning experiences that fundamentally change the way students think
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AI in India’s higher education: the future of teaching and learning
As universities worldwide navigate the evolving landscape of AI, those that embrace emerging tools early can position themselves ahead of the curve, improving student success and strengthening institutional reputation
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Scholarship is not a linear journey: how to encourage students to ‘drift’
The structured nature of academic writing obscures the messiness of scholarship. Meandering is an important part of the research process, says Lauren B. Clark
September 14, 2026