The Sun: Universities could hike fees to more than £13k a year in exchange for fast-track 2yr degrees
Published on February 24, 2017
Maddalaine Ansell, University Alliance Chief Executive, has been quoted in a story in The Sun about the proposals for Accelerated Degrees, under plans announced by the government.
She said:
“Accelerated degrees can be a really attractive option for mature students and those who are looking to get into the job market quickly with new skills.
“Students are crying out for more flexible courses, modes of study which they can fit around work and life, short courses that enable them to get into and back into work more quickly, and courses that equip them with the skills that the modern worker needs.”
You can read the full story here as well as our full press release here.
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