By Jack Groves. Megan Dunn and NUS national executive committee clash as policy to formally oppose the teaching excellence framework is passed. More...
Academics to protest at conference to ‘Stop the Arms’
By Matthew Reisz. An academic conference on militarism and global politics is to take place outside one of the world’s biggest arms fairs. More...
How far should universities restrict freedom of speech?
By Matthew Reisz. Debate hears differing perspectives on whether students should have warnings or be sheltered from certain points of view. More...
News blog: are universities doing enough in response to the refugee crisis?
By Ellie Bothwell. Universities have a long history of helping refugees in times of crisis, and this spirit of generosity has continued during the ongoing civil war in Syria. More...
Top 25 most affordable university cities in UK
By Ellie Bothwell. Most students rely on loans as their main source of income, according to RBS Student Living Index.
Belfast is the most affordable place to study, according to a ranking of university cities based on living costs and earning potential. More...
Universities ranked by crime rate
By Ellie Bothwell. Data reveal university locations in England and Wales with least burglary, robbery and violent and sexual offences. More...
Top universities with the lowest crime rates in England and Wales
By Ellie Bothwell. Durham University tops list based on Complete University Guide crime survey and World University Rankings 2014-15. More...
Transnational education reviews should link with domestic judgements, says QAA
By Ellie Bothwell. Report recommends that branch campuses are scrutinised within institutional reviews of UK awarding bodies. More...
University of Salford launches Tinder-style app to match students with perfect course
By Ellie Bothwell. Institution says app was designed to make the experience of clearing ‘reassuring and enjoyable’. More...
University for refugees launches crowdfunding campaign
By Ellie Bothwell. An online university for refugees has launched a crowdfunding campaign to provide free higher education for individuals who have suffered persecution in their home countries. More...