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UK Thrives at World University Rankings 2015
The Times Higher Education World University Rankings has recently released its 2015-2016 list of the 800 best global universities, and results show that the United Kingdom has surpassed its already … [Read more...] about UK Thrives at World University Rankings 2015
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
Top 10 Universities in the UK 2015
Times Higher Education released this week its Table of Tables. It ranks universities based on each of their combined ratings in league tables compiled by the Good University Guide (published by The … [Read more...] about Top 10 Universities in the UK 2015
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
White Pupils, State Schools Underachieve in Flight to Higher Education
This Tuesday, 27 January 2015, the Department for Education released what is otherwise known as “destination data.” Specifically, it is the Statistical First Release of the Destinations of Key Stage 4 … [Read more...] about White Pupils, State Schools Underachieve in Flight to Higher Education
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
Students and Prisoners Attend Criminology Classes Together
When we talk about classes in prisons, they are often skills trainings, values education, spirituality and religion. Durham University is taking a step further by introducing the first criminology … [Read more...] about Students and Prisoners Attend Criminology Classes Together
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
Why University Lecturers Need a Reality Check
Lecturers ought to be spending their precious hours to “design curricula and learning experiences.” Only these could aid students’ spike in engagement. And if lecturers fail to realise these focal … [Read more...] about Why University Lecturers Need a Reality Check
Video Gamers Offered US’ First Virtual Athletics Scholarship Programme
A historical event in the context of eSports and League of Legends gamers is about to happen. Seventy applications are competing to make their way into the Robert Morris University-Illinois’ virtual … [Read more...] about Video Gamers Offered US’ First Virtual Athletics Scholarship Programme
Technical Education Will Soon Grow On-Demand Over Higher Ed, Says report
“More than nine million jobs for year 2022.” The Institute for Public Policy Research or IPPR knew how to make good news possible, doesn’t it? Apparently, this figure doesn’t apply to all … [Read more...] about Technical Education Will Soon Grow On-Demand Over Higher Ed, Says report
Ruling Out the Best Way to Measure ‘Good Teaching’
Possible and impossible are two words that prop when discussions veer close about measuring ‘good teaching.’ Concerns about the generous definition of ‘good teaching’ threaten to slam down any … [Read more...] about Ruling Out the Best Way to Measure ‘Good Teaching’
