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7 April 2021 Media releases

7 April 2021 Media releases

Universities demand answers from government on student returns

UUK has written to the UK government seeking an explanation.
11 April 2021 Media releases

11 April 2021 Media releases

Joint letter from UUK, Student Minds and NUS on student returns

Open letter from UUK, Student Minds and the NUS
11 May 2021 Media releases

11 May 2021 Media releases

UUK response to government plans to introduce a Skills and Post-16 Education Bill, as outlined in the Queen’s Speech

Our response to government plans
12 May 2021 Media releases

12 May 2021 Media releases

UUK response to the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Bill

Universities share the government's commitment to protecting and promoting free speech, which is critical to the success of the higher education sector.
13 May 2021 Media releases

13 May 2021 Media releases

Admissions reform must not leave students marooned without proper careers support

Our response to the government's consultation on Post-Qualifications Admissions (PQA).
27 May 2021 Media releases

27 May 2021 Media releases

University partnerships will help UK build back better faster

A new report is predicting that thousands of jobs, new businesses, and prosperity will be created through university collaborations.
9 June 2021 Media releases

9 June 2021 Media releases

Universities boosting academic skills and wellbeing of Year 13s

Universities are stepping up efforts to support the education and wellbeing of Year 13s.
11 June 2021 Media releases

11 June 2021 Media releases

UUK response to government announcement on new fund for higher technical courses

Expanding higher technical courses is a positive move
15 June 2021 Media releases

15 June 2021 Media releases

USS employers back changes to the pension scheme

Employers in the USS are backing a series of proposals for medium and long-term reform.
24 June 2021 Media releases

24 June 2021 Media releases

UUK responds to valuable feedback from Student Academic Experience Survey

It is valuable to hear student views on the past year which has been far from the 'usual' university experience.
13 July 2021 Media releases

13 July 2021 Media releases

Universities vital to nation's health and wellbeing recovery says Dame Katherine Grainger

Communities across the UK benefit from their research and access to their sports facilities.
22 July 2021 Media releases

22 July 2021 Media releases

Universities offering support through results season

University leaders say their institutions are ready to help the growing number of students applying to university this summer and that students should continue to be ambitious with their study choices.
28 July 2021 Media releases

28 July 2021 Media releases

Student vaccination – a sector statement

University leaders are encouraging new and existing students to take up the opportunity to get fully vaccinated as soon as possible.
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.
Made At Uni

Made At Uni is a campaign bringing to life the impact of universities up and down the country on people, lives and communities.
Our past campaigns

Over the years, our campaigns have showcased the vital contributions universities make across the UK.
5 August 2021 Media releases

5 August 2021 Media releases

Universities to improve external examining systems

Universities UK (UUK) and GuildHE have asked the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) to work with them to support universities review and improve their external examining practices.
10 August 2021 Media releases

10 August 2021 Media releases

Universities welcome record numbers of students

Record numbers of applicants have secured a place at their first choice of university this autumn, with universities preparing to maximise opportunities for in-person teaching, support and social activities for a much fuller experience this year.
8 September 2021 Media releases

8 September 2021 Media releases

Government urged to support universities to drive recovery of communities and the economy

University leaders gather for the first time post-pandemic to consider ‘a new chapter’ for higher education.
29 September 2021 Media releases

29 September 2021 Media releases

Huge economic contribution of universities must not be forgotten

Universities in England contribute around £95 billion* to the economy and support more than 815,000 jobs** across England, new findings by Frontier Economics today reveal.