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21 June 2024 Explainer

21 June 2024 Explainer

What do the party manifestos say about higher education?

Political Affairs Manager Methela Haque breaks down the 2024 party manifestos.
25 June 2024 Data

25 June 2024 Data

New data shows universities open their doors to local communities

Last year, over 539 million people attended free events at universities or watched and listened to free media.
30 October 2024 Opinion

30 October 2024 Opinion

In conversation with: Professor David Mba

We spoke to Professor David Mba about his experience as a Black vice-chancellor and the change he wants to see in higher education.
5 November 2024 Explainer

5 November 2024 Explainer

Tuition fee rise: What does it mean?

On 4 November 2024, the government announced an increase in university tuition fees and maintenance support. But what does this actually mean for students and universities?
11 November 2024 Opinion

11 November 2024 Opinion

Tuition fee rise: opportunities ahead for universities

Our President discusses the tuition fee rise and opportunities ahead for universities.
27 November 2024 Case study

27 November 2024 Case study

Making local growth happen in the North East of England

With the launch of Universities for North East England, Head of Innovation Greg Wade looks at how universities can work together to make local growth happen.
12 December 2024 Case study

12 December 2024 Case study

How are universities protecting freedom of speech and academic freedom?

Policy Adviser Beth Cooper shares findings from a survey on freedom of speech and academic freedom.
13 January 2025 Opinion

13 January 2025 Opinion

How can collaboration unlock greater efficiencies for universities?

Sir Nigel Carrington explores how universities can secure savings by thinking creatively about working together.
24 March 2025 Explainer

24 March 2025 Explainer

How do incubators and accelerators support start-ups?

Policy Adviser Rowan King looks into the data to see how impactful incubators and accelerators are on entrepreneurial growth.
2 April 2025 Case study

2 April 2025 Case study

What action are universities taking on sexual misconduct and harassment?

How are universities improving responses to harassment and sexual misconduct on campuses?
15 April 2025 Case study

15 April 2025 Case study

Spotlight on university enterprise in Devon and Cornwall

Head of Innovation, Greg Wade visits the universities of Falmouth, Exeter, Plymouth and Plymouth Marjons for a first-hand picture of how these institutions support start-ups.
22 April 2025 Explainer

22 April 2025 Explainer

Placing contextual admissions in context

Policy Adviser, Naomi Abayasekara, breaks down how contextual admissions work in universities, highlighting how these practices create opportunities for applicants facing barriers to achieve their full potential.

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