Universities

UK Scientist to Study Moon Samples 05.05.25

Prof Mahesh Anand of the Open University has become the first UK scientist selected to study Moon samples from China’s 2020 Chang’e-5 mission. He is one of only seven researchers worldwide chosen to receive the material, which was collected from…

Compensation over Covid Teaching 22.04.25

Thousands of UK university graduates, are seeking compensation for disrupted education during the Covid-19 pandemic through the Student Group Claim website, alleging that the remote learning they received did not match the quality of the in-person education they paid £9,000…

Action Against Budget Cuts 10.04.25

Staff at the University of Edinburgh are being balloted for strike action over plans to cut £140 million from the university’s budget — the largest proposed cuts in Scottish higher education history. The Universities and Colleges Union (UCU) argues the…

Decline in Overseas Student Applications Amid UK Visa Restrictions 31.03.25

The University of Lincoln and other UK institutions are urging the government to reconsider new visa restrictions that prevent some international students from bringing their families. These rules, introduced in early 2024 to curb immigration, have contributed to a 51%…

The Future of Hybrid and Online Learning: What’s Next? 31.03.25

Hybrid and online learning have evolved beyond emergency solutions into permanent features of modern education. Universities are adopting student-centred models that integrate in-person and digital learning, leveraging AI, virtual reality (VR), and adaptive learning platforms to enhance engagement. Key trends…

Thousands of University Jobs at Risk Amid Funding Crisis 17.03.25

The University and College Union (UCU) warns that up to 10,000 university jobs could be lost this academic year due to severe funding gaps in UK higher education. 5,000 job cuts have already been announced, affecting both academic and support…

Wales’ Oldest University Campus Closes 25.02.25

The University of Wales Trinity St David (UWTSD) has announced the end of university education at its Lampeter campus, Wales’ oldest, with humanities courses relocating to Carmarthen. Founded in 1822, the Lampeter campus has hosted higher education for over 200…

University of Wolverhampton Launches Innovative Project for Students 17.02.25

The University of Wolverhampton, in collaboration with the British Judo Association and Parkinson’s UK, is launching a new course aimed at improving the confidence and physical activity of people living with Parkinson’s. Key Details: Course Title: Finding Your Feet with…

Tuition Fees to Rise 14.11.24

University tuition fees will increase in England for the first time in eight years as part of a major overhaul of the higher education system, education secretary Bridget Phillipson has announced. Tuition fees have been frozen at £9,250 since 2017 but will…

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