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4 March 2024 Research and innovation

Long-term fundamental research: the case for investing in UK research and development

Long-term research carried out at UK universities is world-class, but the UK needs long-term, stable funding and strategy from government.

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29 November 2021 Teaching, learning and quality

Lessons from the pandemic: making the most of technologies in teaching

A briefing on how universities are approaching using technology in teaching and learning since the Covid-19 pandemic.

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14 November 2025 Letter

14 November 2025 Letter

Joint letter calling for greater recognition of training needs and strengths in NHS workforce plans

Universities UK, the Russell Group, Council of Deans of Health, GuildHE, London Higher, Medical Schools Council, Dental Schools Council, Pharmacy Schools Council, MillionPlus and University Alliance have collectively written to Secretary of State Wes Streeting and Health Minister Karin Smyth to reinforce the vital role their organisations will play in transforming the NHS, and urging government to place education, training and research at the heart of the new 10 Year Workforce Plan.
6 March 2025 Research and innovation

6 March 2025 Research and innovation

Investing in ideas: why supporting university research and development matters

University research makes a real difference to people’s lives. It expands our knowledge, solves today’s biggest challenges, and leads to the inventions that drive future growth and prosperity. 
23 September 2019 Health and wellbeing

23 September 2019 Health and wellbeing

Initiations at UK universities

A briefing on the dangers of initiations and excessive alcohol consumption among students.
21 June 2023 Impact of universities

21 June 2023 Impact of universities

Impact of universities: in numbers

Our universities are a national asset. They give opportunities, grow the economy, solve global challenges, and equip graduates with skills for the future. We’ve set out the most compelling evidence behind the impact of universities.
19 January 2023 Teaching, learning and quality

19 January 2023 Teaching, learning and quality

How universities are turning the corner on grade inflation

Our review of progress made in 2021–22 shows that universities have taken significant action in the past year to protect degree standards, so that students, employers and the public can be confident of the value and high standards of UK degrees.
27 March 2024 Students

27 March 2024 Students

How to handle alleged student misconduct: case studies

This guidance, building on a UUK and Pinsent Mason publication from 2016, sets out principles and practical case studies to help navigate these judgements.
10 March 2025 Impact of universities

10 March 2025 Impact of universities

How graduate skills power their future success and the UK's economic growth

Our analysis of government data shows that higher education gives graduates the skills to get good jobs and create economic growth.
2 October 2023 Teaching, learning and quality

2 October 2023 Teaching, learning and quality

How can universities prepare for the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act?

Our briefing to support Universities UK (UUK) members ahead of the implementation of the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act.
21 January 2022 Teaching, learning and quality

21 January 2022 Teaching, learning and quality

How are universities protecting degree standards?

Our review of progress made in 2020–21 shows there has been a steady increase in the proportion of first and 2:1 awards. What have universities been doing to make sure students can take pride in their achievements?

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