By . If your only contact with the university system is what you see reported in certain media, you have probably been doing a lot of headshaking about campus life. Controversial speakers are being disinvited; students are avoiding lectures on challenging topics, in fear of trauma; and they are refusing to read the poetry of dead white men. More...
Is speed reading a waste of time?
By Pete Etchells. Lots of apps promise to accelerate the way you take in information, but researchers raise questions about how much is retained. More...
English universities to raise tuition fees for first time since they trebled
By Richard Adams. Universities in England have started telling potential students that their tuition fees will go up across the board from next year, the first rise since fees were nearly trebled to £9,000 in 2012. More...
Students not applying to top universities despite cash incentives – study
By Richard Adams. Ucas poll finds many do not consider going to higher tariff institutions, with offers of vouchers worth £500 having little effect. More...
You’ve graduated – so what happens to your bank account?
By Rianna Walcott. Once you’ve left higher education your banking arrangements will change. Here’s a guide to life without the interest-free overdraft. More...
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Erasmus scheme may exclude British students after Brexit
By Ed Vulliamy. Head of exchange programme between European universities says its future cannot be guaranted beyond 2017. More...
What should be top priority for the new education secretary?
By Rebecca Ratcliffe. We asked teachers and academics what urgent changes they would like to see. Tell us what you think too. More...
Flexible terms: making it easier for students to swap university
By . A bill going through parliament aims to provide more help for students who are unhappy with their courses or institution. More...
Brexit exposed deep rifts in Britain. Universities can help heal them
By Gabriel Huntley. Students and staff are leaving the lecture theatres and reaching out to those in their communities who need it most. More...
I defaulted on my student loans. Then the sheriff turned up at my door
By . With no way to pay back my debt, it wasn’t long before the long arm of the law started to hammer down on me. More...