Yahoo: Universities to offer ‘fast-track’ two-year degrees so students can ‘get back into work quickly’ – University Alliance

Yahoo has also covered the Government’s announcement of proposals for universities to be able to offer fast-track two-year degrees.

UA chief executive, Maddalaine Ansell, was quoted in the story. She said: “Accelerated degrees can be a really attractive option for mature students.”

You can read our full press release here.

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