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中文Universities in the United Kingdom are welcoming academics who are fleeing from war-torn Syria. This is reminiscent of the time when British institutions housed Jewish scholars escaping Nazi Germany … [Read more...] about British Universities Offer Refuge to Syrian Academics
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What to Know About University from the Start
“How was I to know?!” “Nobody ever told me!” You would not want say these words when you become a part of the job market and the greater society in life after you graduate or, worse, if you do not and … [Read more...] about What to Know About University from the Start
Tips to Help You Prepare to Apply for Oxbridge
The deadline for applications to the University of Cambridge and University of Oxford is yet on 15 October. It is still three months away and yet you are here trying to know more about how to prepare … [Read more...] about Tips to Help You Prepare to Apply for Oxbridge
Extremist Views: Total Ban or Deal With in the University?
Should the government totally ban the discussion of extremist views at university or allow it with the necessary controls and monitoring? Government ministers are now debating over the matter … [Read more...] about Extremist Views: Total Ban or Deal With in the University?
University Rankings on Free Speech: Censorship May Impede Learning
There is a new league table that ranks the universities' practices relating to freedom of speech. It is the Free Speech University Rankings or FSUR which is a first of its kind. It is an eye opener to … [Read more...] about University Rankings on Free Speech: Censorship May Impede Learning
What Students Say They Need from the Government
What do students need from the government in 2015? Authorities, experts, higher education sector insiders and pundits can give their opinions. Even politicians will! But the politicians are the ones … [Read more...] about What Students Say They Need from the Government
Student Vote Could Tilt the Balance of Power at 2015 General Election
Labour can seize power come next year’s tight elections if it can win around 10 seats. These seats can be won through student voters. And to win the student vote, Labour may need to promise to … [Read more...] about Student Vote Could Tilt the Balance of Power at 2015 General Election
Leeds Aims to Get 250 New Academics to Solve Global Problems
Starting 1 October, the University of Leeds will be recruiting 250 early career researchers as academic staff and teach using innovative research-led means. The university wants to enhance its … [Read more...] about Leeds Aims to Get 250 New Academics to Solve Global Problems
UK Education System: Efficient Rather Than Effective
The education system of the United Kingdom is cost-efficient but not very effective. Compared with that of other countries, the UK system churns out good value in exchange of the money the government … [Read more...] about UK Education System: Efficient Rather Than Effective
Competition Awards Unconditional Admission Offer
A contest could be the unique route of an aspiring student to admission into university. The winner of an advertising contest will be offered a completely unconditional slot by Falmouth University in … [Read more...] about Competition Awards Unconditional Admission Offer
Legislation Is Needed for University Board Gender Equality in Scotland
Self-regulation is not enough to bring about gender equality on the composition of university boards. This is what the National Union of Students Scotland says. The group found out that the female to … [Read more...] about Legislation Is Needed for University Board Gender Equality in Scotland
Teaching Still Undervalued Despite Clamour
Recently, many universities have started to offer teaching-route professorships. This is in response to students’ demand for more focus on teaching rather than on research. They have instituted … [Read more...] about Teaching Still Undervalued Despite Clamour
UK’s Top-Ranking Business Schools (*Based on QS Global 200 Business Schools)
Taking up further education, particularly, MBA is associated with investment, better management, and higher decision-making skills. Apart from having an additional title to sit across one’s name, a … [Read more...] about UK’s Top-Ranking Business Schools (*Based on QS Global 200 Business Schools)
UK Universities Lose Lead against Asian Competitors
Times Higher Education (THE) 100 Under 50 Rankings has been finally released. The rankings saw an interesting tipping over of some UK institutions. In place of these lost posts are several Asian … [Read more...] about UK Universities Lose Lead against Asian Competitors
Why More UK Students Want to Study Abroad?
Countries, Australia and US, must watch out for the upcoming increase in their UK student population. The latest results in the British Council survey revealed an escalation of student numbers who … [Read more...] about Why More UK Students Want to Study Abroad?
When Career Starts Before Graduation
A job, a decent job – these are catchy phrases nowadays. Students who haven’t graduated yet, but are approaching their final year are restlessly considering their employment options. Concerns … [Read more...] about When Career Starts Before Graduation
Be the Next E.L. James with the World’s First MA in Self-Publishing
After enough interaction and lectures with budding authors, publishing guru Debbie Williams is set to inaugurate a new MA programme. Branching out of the successful MA programme in publishing, Ms … [Read more...] about Be the Next E.L. James with the World’s First MA in Self-Publishing
Character Education: Prepping for Life Outside Schools & Universities
Assessing the value of education continues to ensue. This time, however, eyes are set towards existing programmes and policies that support character education, as well as, the predominant lack … [Read more...] about Character Education: Prepping for Life Outside Schools & Universities
Boosting Glasgow’ School-Leavers
A breath of fresh air came from Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow. The recent education news has almost often been pegged as ‘bad news.’ This time around, it’s going to be about improvements, as well … [Read more...] about Boosting Glasgow’ School-Leavers
Wave Goodbye, Religious Ed
Maths, check; sciences, check; geography, check; religious education, ... Pupils of ages 11 to 14 either didn’t have RE, or have had it but under the tutelage of a non-RE-trained teacher. This is … [Read more...] about Wave Goodbye, Religious Ed
