Bonanza or bust Universities report a frenzy of applications through clearing, but thousands of students will be left with nothing 21 August
Congratulations, now hurry up and wait Today鈥檚 A-level results are yet again better than last year鈥檚, but because of the government-imposed cap on student numbers, good results won鈥檛 guarantee a university place 20 August
Doubts over Roberts cash 鈥榙amaging鈥�, says Vitae Researchers fear for future of 拢20m careers funding. Zoe Corbyn reports 20 August
US special: Will students 'melt' away in heat of recession? Institutions adopt strategies to ensure this autumn's intake shows up. Jon Marcus reports By Jon Marcus 20 August
Here be treasure! Maps from 1600s found in archive Oxford librarian identifies Portuguese cartography lost for centuries. Matthew Reisz reports By Matthew Reisz 20 August
Parallel REF tests cause concern Two-pronged approach to the research excellence framework worries managers, writes Zoe Corbyn 20 August
Retractions up tenfold 鈥楶ublish or perish鈥� factor in withdrawal of science papers. Zoe Corbyn reports 20 August
Second Life out as techies embrace cloud email Technology 'hype cycle' turns against Second Life and lecture podcasts. Zoe Corbyn reports 20 August
Trade unions holding back sector, says leaked report HR directors believe the university employment model needs to change, reports Melanie Newman 20 August
Think-tank urges end to 'injustice' for part-timers Report says some of the University Challenge cash should be redirected. Rebecca Attwood reports By Rebecca Attwood 20 August
Don't panic: sector in state of readiness over swine flu Universities prepare contingency plans as UUK calls for 'sense of proportion', writes Hannah Fearn 20 August
Cambridge dons confront 'furtive' board over merger FoI brings plans for library and Language Centre out into the open. Melanie Newman reports 20 August
Fundraising: strive for an alumni love pact Report says universities must turn alumni into long-term 'life partners'. Hannah Fearn reports 20 August
Estates of disrepair: 11 institutions are not up to scratch, says Hefce Report also points to squeeze on campus as teaching space declines. Hannah Fearn reports 20 August
Part-time students deserve cash injection, says think-tank Report calls for 拢33 million to be diverted from the University Challenge fund to support the group, writes Rebecca Attwood By Rebecca Attwood 18 August
Could do better Half of all students who train to be teachers actually go on to teach. Melanie Newman reports 17 August
Unite rejects 0.5 per cent pay offer Ucea must meet the union within seven days to seek a resolution. Melanie Newman reports 15 August
Funder's errors do not excuse London Met, audit finds Hefce made mistakes, but blame for data cock-up lies with university. Melanie Newman reports 13 August
Overall satisfaction falls, but small places win big smiles Courtauld Institute tops THE rankings, with London Metropolitan bottom. Hannah Fearn writes 13 August
'No student has ever been unfairly graded by me' Professor accused of failing to rigorously mark exam papers speaks out. Melanie Newman reports 13 August
Universities offset to 'shirk' their green responsibilities Groups criticise institutions using quick fixes to meet emission targets. Hannah Fearn reports 13 August
Immigration whistleblower was unfairly dismissed Tribunal upholds claim of registrar who lost job after 'protected disclosure', Melanie Newman writes 13 August
Art for natural selection's sake the 'key' to the canvas and concerto Paper claims Darwinism can explain the existence and impact of the arts. Hannah Fearn reports 13 August
Overqualified and lowly paid Kent study finds that the 'graduate-pay premium' varies dramatically, writes Melanie Newman 13 August
US is poised to stop worrying and embrace overseas agents World's largest offshore recruiter may cast off doubts as market hots up, writes Phil Baty By Phil Baty 13 August