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中文Do you need a hint? Okay, it is definitely not a robot. Keith Perry of The Telegraph called it an “IT system” and is foreseen to address students’ need to have someone remind them about their … [Read more...] about Warning Failing Students through an IBM IT System
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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?
How the US Economy Took-In Out-of-College Workers
The declining college numbers is proving to be a global phenomenon. Despite ranking top in the world’s higher education, the US student population is following a downside dip. The percentage of high … [Read more...] about How the US Economy Took-In Out-of-College Workers
Skills Matter, Not College Names
Before prodding to hunt for an educational institution, applicants and parents will have to do something. Applying students opting to write a personal statement must pause for a break; together with … [Read more...] about Skills Matter, Not College Names
Offsetting the Decline in Foreign Student Entrants
The recent HEFCE findings saw a cause for universities to be crestfallen. After thirty years of steady climb, the UK institutions witnessed its first ever decline in foreign student entrants. The … [Read more...] about Offsetting the Decline in Foreign Student Entrants
Foreign Students No More: the Impact of UK’s Tough Visa Control
Diversity and financial edge – these are the sacrificial lambs behind UK’s tough immigration policies. The ministers had been warned, but took no heed. The recent study conducted by the Higher … [Read more...] about Foreign Students No More: the Impact of UK’s Tough Visa Control
Nigel Carrington on Creativity and Economic Success
The creative and cultural industries make up the second largest, and fastest growing, sector of the UK economy, worth £8 million per hour and accounting for 5.6% of jobs. This is the heart of Nigel … [Read more...] about Nigel Carrington on Creativity and Economic Success
How English Will be Taught at Leeds
Grammar, in the context of GCSE level, has seen a profound nose-dive. The City of Leeds School has considered it necessary to revamp its method of delivery. All English pupils will, therefore, be … [Read more...] about How English Will be Taught at Leeds
Getting hired: Same old graduate dilemma
Obtaining the right skill to boost the graduate’s employment prospects seemed not to be apt at university. Employers continue to lament over the emerging graduates’ gap in skill; yet, they fail to … [Read more...] about Getting hired: Same old graduate dilemma
Answering to the Space Industry’s Demand
The UK space sector is in dire need of highly skilled scientists and engineers. The demand hasn’t seen any stopping in its growth. In fact, the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills … [Read more...] about Answering to the Space Industry’s Demand
US, Asia, and UK: The Battle for STEM Subjects
The recent QS World University Rankings showed no good news for UK’s higher education institutions. The rankings, which was derived via “three extensive datasets,” came to strengthen the warnings … [Read more...] about US, Asia, and UK: The Battle for STEM Subjects
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
A Peek at Year 2034’s Dystopian University Life
The dystopian scare isn’t over yet. Recent dystopian and apocalyptic themes have been the popular fare – as it conquered both genres of book, shows and films. The same dystopian flavour is creating … [Read more...] about A Peek at Year 2034’s Dystopian University Life
Better Job Prospects for Year 2014 Graduates
Finally, the month of February is showing some love to the graduating class of 2014. This “love” comes in the form of prospects, job prospects to be exact. Word had spread that this year’s job … [Read more...] about Better Job Prospects for Year 2014 Graduates
Pay Expectations: When female grads ‘undervalue themselves’
Gender gap is persistent in ruining the aspirations of the education and employment sectors. This week’s featured victims are quoted as continually "undervaluing themselves” or are "less ambitious" … [Read more...] about Pay Expectations: When female grads ‘undervalue themselves’
OECD Issues Warning on UK Girls’ Maths
The recent Programme for International Student Assessment or Pisa has inadvertently exposed UK girls’ weakness: maths. But what made such finding truly newsworthy is the ensuing gender gap. The … [Read more...] about OECD Issues Warning on UK Girls’ Maths
Our Year-End Blog Special: Part II
The duration between July and December of year 2013 didn’t fade in action, issues or trends. Studies involving universities and students continue to permeate and serve to provide insight. Welcome to … [Read more...] about Our Year-End Blog Special: Part II
Our Year-End Blog Special: Part I
Year 2013 has come to an end. But before ushering in 2014, it might be best to take a look back and consider the issues and lessons that have made UK’s higher education as it is today. Come and … [Read more...] about Our Year-End Blog Special: Part I
