By Bruce Charlton, Sam Marsh and Nick Gurski. University lectures are often slated for being boring and poorly attended, but is scrapping them a good idea? Academics debate the matter. More...
Are you a shy student?
By Matthew Lawrence. It’s tough fitting in at uni if you’re naturally introverted like me – but an active social life is still possible. More...
Q: What makes Finnish teachers so special? A: It’s not brains
By . David Cameron argues we need to train the smartest to teach. But Finnish universities select only 10% of applicants – and not the cleverest. More...
Health humanities: we are here to collaborate, not to compete
By Paul Crawford. The rise of this new discipline signals a willingness to be more inclusive and cross-disciplinary and take a traditional subject in unusual new directions. More...
Should your income affect how much your student child is loaned?
By Eleanor Ross. How much parents earn is taken into account when students apply for maintenance loans and grants – but some say the system is unfair. More...
JK Rowling's life advice: ten quotes on the lessons of failure
By Marta Bausells. The Harry Potter author’s new book is based on an inspirational speech she gave to Harvard students. Here are some of the best quotes. More...
Signature de convention entre l’Apec et l’Université de Franche-Comté
Mr Jean-Marie Blanc, Directeur des Relations Institutionnelles et des Partenariats de l’Apec et Mr Fréderic Muyard, Vice-président formation initiale, continue et apprentissage en charge de la commission formation et vie étudiante signeront une convention partenariale le mardi 31 mars prochain à 13h. Cette convention a pour objectif de développer des actions durables pour accompagner nos étudiants à valoriser leurs cursus de formation, les sensibiliser à l’importance d’un projet professionnel et les préparer, ainsi, à appréhender le milieu professionnel.
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The best universities in the UK for job prospects
A shortlist compiled by Whatuni for the best universities for job prospects has been released before the London awards ceremony on 23rd April. Based on the reviews of 20,000 students the rankings are unique as the only list to base the awards solely on the opinion of students. Read more...
Kate Nash: 'real world' disasters teach you the most
By Kate Nash. Vocational learning isn’t for everyone, but 'on the job' experiences can often teach you more than three years at university, says singer songwriter Kate Nash. Read more...