By David Matthews. These data show how scholars used their time at different types of university in the period 2012 to 2015. More...

By David Matthews. German academic looking at UK system raises concerns over incentives created by research excellence framework. More...

By Chris Havergal. Women represent less than one-eighth of the membership of the world’s national science academies, according to a study that identifies the UK as one of the worst performers for gender equality. More...

By Chris Havergal. Distance learning institution and owner of FutureLearn describes results as 'disappointing' but 'not entirely unexpected'. More...

By Chris Havergal. Survey finds support for tools that could improve grades and reduce risk of dropping out. More...

By Chris Havergal. Government considering regulation that would further hamper enrolment of international students, sector leaders fear. More...

By Ellie Bothwell. The school was launched by four students who met on an online course at McGill University. More...

By David Matthews. Hopes that coordination across universities and better career paths can renew technician workforce. More...

By David Matthews. Despite claims that engagement with business is as important as research and teaching, academics find they have no time for work outside the academy. More...

By John Morgan. But concerns raised over Hefce move to contract out quality assurance in several tenders. More...