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140 universities One voice

We are the collective voice of universities in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

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7 Apr 2022 Ukraine

How we’re responding to the invasion of Ukraine

We continue to monitor the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. We are supporting our members in their response, lobbying government on immigration questions and helping to coordinate support for Ukrainian universities from across the sector.

4 Aug 2022 News

Universities reassure applicants on opportunities

Universities are gearing up to help the growing number of young people applying to university this summer, with the vast majority expected to get their first-choice course.

25 Jul 2022 Publications

Changing the culture: sharing personal data in harassment cases

Our sector guidance to increase understanding around when it is appropriate to share personal data when managing harassment complaints.

Latest events

6 October 2022 Conference

6 October 2022 Conference

International student recruitment conference 2022

The international student recruitment landscape is ever-changing and UK universities are always facing new and evolving challenges. So, what is the direction of travel in the UK for this important international activity? Join UUKi and IDP Connect as we bring together leaders of international teams at UK universities to explore some of the questions we’re all pondering in this space.
2 November 2022 Events

2 November 2022 Events

Access, participation and student success conference 2022

Join us on Wednesday 2 November as we reflect on the latest sector challenges and how higher education can best deliver on access, participation and student success.
10 November 2022 Events

10 November 2022 Events

Research and innovation conference 2022

How can we continue to build the strength and sustainability of research, development, and innovation in higher education? Join us online on 10 November to find out.
17 November 2022 Events

17 November 2022 Events

Mental health in higher education conference 2022

What are the latest priorities and challenges around mental health and wellbeing affecting university students and staff?
1 December 2022 Events

1 December 2022 Events

Marketing and communications in higher education 2022

Explore the future of marketing and communications in higher education, from emerging trends and technologies to the role of marketing in EDI and supporting universities.

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What do we do?

We work with universities, the government and stakeholders to continue improving the UK's world-leading higher education sector.

Introducing UUK

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Universities UK International

We’re the collective voice of UK universities on the international stage.

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Universities are at the heart of the Covid-recovery

Universities will help the country bounce back stronger in the next five years.

Getting Results

Launched in May 2021, our Getting Results campaign showcases the role universities are set to play in the UK’s recovery from Covid-19.

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Supporting universities and students through Covid-19

We're coordinating national efforts to respond to many of the challenges facing universities.

Covid

Throughout the pandemic, teaching and research never stopped.

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Insights and analysis

The latest insight, analysis and opinion from a range of voices from the higher education sector.

3 Aug 2022 Explainer

Grade inflation: what can universities do about it?

Universities have committed to reversing grade inflation. What does that mean for the higher education sector?

By Rowan Fisher

5 Jul 2022 Opinion

Levelling up: why we can't leave London behind

Sophie Cloutterbuck, Director of London Engagement at London Metropolitan University, argues the UK Government’s levelling up agenda must look at inequality in London.

27 Jun 2022 Opinion

How can universities better support trans students?

George Virgo, Trans Officer at the University of Manchester Students’ Union, shares his experience at university.

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