Hepi downplays fee reform's deterrent effects
There is no evidence to suggest that increasing tuition fees to a maximum of £9,000 a year has deterred large numbers of students from applying to university, a report has argued.
There is no evidence to suggest that increasing tuition fees to a maximum of £9,000 a year has deterred large numbers of students from applying to university, a report has argued.
'Reposition yourselves' mission groups are advised as institutions switch allegiance. Jack Grove reports
The growing middle classes will place huge demands on resources; universities have a pivotal role to play in the solution, says David King

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Longitudinal study adds to concerns raised about the future of UK research. Jack Grove reports
The sector is considering protecting its reputation among international students by creating an insurance scheme that would provide compensation or transfer to other courses for those affected if...
Survey stays intact after politicians and scientists put proposal on ice. Paul Jump writes