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Investment in excellence will safeguard UK research base
University Alliance responds to today’s (15 May) announcement that three Alliance universities are to benefit from part of a £50 million investment in cutting-edge research and innovation projects. 16 schemes at institutions across the country have been allocated a share … Continue reading
University Alliance signs new international partnership with the Australian Technology Network
The University Alliance Chair and Chief Executive are in Australia this week to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Chair and Chief Executive of the Australian Technology Network of universities. Both organisations represent a similar set of … Continue reading
We need long-term financial stability for the HE sector
University Alliance responds to today’s HEFCE Financial Health of the Sector Report. Libby Hackett, Chief Executive of University Alliance, said: “Universities have demonstrated good financial management and the ability to adapt in a period of financial uncertainty. They have made … Continue reading
We need a bold and long-term vision for our universities
University Alliance have responded to today’s HEFCE Impact Report of the 2012 reforms. Libby Hackett, Chief Executive of University Alliance, said: “The 2012 reforms were an important step in terms of securing the immediate future of our universities at a … Continue reading
Government sending conflicting messages over international students
Commenting on the Government’s response to the Business, Innovation and Skills Committee report on student migration which confirms it will continue to include students in the net migration figures, Libby Hackett said: “This is sending conflicting and confusing messages following … Continue reading
Our response to the EU budget for 2014-20
University Alliance responds to the EU Budget for 2014-20 Despite a cut in the EU’s overall expenditure, EU leaders have agreed an increase in research, innovation and education spending for 2014-20. Libby Hackett, Chief Executive of University Alliance responds: “We … Continue reading
Changing economy means demand for university will grow
In response to today’s figures on applicants in the 2013 UCAS application cycle, Libby Hackett Chief Executive of University Alliance said: “The 3.5% increase across all university applications is not just welcome but essential for the future prosperity of the … Continue reading
A-Level reforms too narrow
Today’s A-level reforms, as set out in the Education Secretary’s letter to Ofqual, are far too narrow, with a focus on the few not the many. In response to the reforms, University Alliance Chief Executive, Libby Hackett, said: “Following Ofqual’s … Continue reading
Flexibility is key
In response to the confirmed funding allocations to HEFCE for 2013-14, Libby Hackett Chief Executive of University Alliance said: “In the wake of the biggest change in decades and with the continued uncertainty in student recruitment, efforts to ensure a … Continue reading
University Alliance comment on FutureLearn announcement
A partnership of UK universities, led by the Open University, is launching an online project which aims to challenge US universities that have dominated this emerging market. They will aim to give the public access to higher education courses via … Continue reading
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