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  1. University Alliance respond to Policy Exchange report on area of 'crucial economic importance'

    November 23, 2009

    In response to the Policy Exchange report ‘Innovation and Industry: the role of universities’ Libby Aston, Director of University Alliance, said: “University Alliance welcomes this report as a helpful contribution to an area of crucial economic importance. “Alliance universities are leading the way for business engagement and innovative research that impacts directly on the economy. These universities have […]

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  2. THE: article on policy advisers in Alliance universities

    November 12, 2009

    University Alliance forms group for policy experts assisting vice-chancellors. Hannah Fearn reports They are often accused of playing politics, but now vice-chancellors are behaving more like MPs than ever, employing policy experts to advise them on their every move. In a departure from the traditional model of senior management in higher education, university heads are […]

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  3. University Alliance well placed to deliver Government’s priorities in Framework

    November 3, 2009

    In response to the Government’s Higher Education Framework Libby Aston, Director of University Alliance, said: “Alliance universities have a long history of shaping the new economy and are well placed to deliver the Government’s priorities outlined in the Framework. “We welcome the recognition that the UK has a world-leading higher education system and recognise that we share the […]

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  5. University Alliance responds to Russell Group call to restrict research funding

    October 29, 2009

    The Vice-Chancellor of Northumbria University, Professor Andrew Wathey, is Deputy Chairman of the University Alliance, and speaks on Research for member universities at the heart of the sector who are both research-engaged and business focussed. Responding to the outspoken remarks of Russell Group Chair Professor Michael Arthur, published in Times Higher Education (October 22nd 2009) he said: “Inciting […]

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  6. Professor Craven’s proposal for funding additional university places taken up by Conservative Party

    October 4, 2009

    Following the Conservative Party’s announcement to fund 10,000 additional university places next year by encouraging early repayments of fees Libby Aston, Director of University Alliance, said: “This is an encouraging and innovative proposal from David Willetts that reflects an understanding of the essential role of universities in the UK’s economic recovery. “Professor John Craven, Vice Chancellor of the […]

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  7. Professor Craven's proposal for funding additional university places taken up by Conservative Party

    October 4, 2009

    Following the Conservative Party’s announcement to fund 10,000 additional university places next year by encouraging early repayments of fees Libby Aston, Director of University Alliance, said: “This is an encouraging and innovative proposal from David Willetts that reflects an understanding of the essential role of universities in the UK’s economic recovery. “Professor John Craven, Vice Chancellor of the […]

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  8. The Guardian: Higher education quangos may face the axe – but which ones should go?

    September 22, 2009

    Universities are very fortunate to work with Hefce and the research councils. Given that the policy of both funding bodies is to be supportive of excellence and efficiency, but not to interfere in priorities, abolishing either of them would be a direct attack on the autonomy of universities. It would be sensible to scrap the […]

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  9. NSS results show high rates of student satisfaction at Alliance universities

    August 6, 2009

    Following the release of 2009 National Student Survey results Libby Aston, Director of University Alliance, said: “Student satisfaction ratings at Alliance universities remain very high with 81% of students agreeing or strongly agreeing that overall, they were satisfied with the quality of their course.  Seven Alliance universities increased their overall satisfaction rating in comparison to last year and […]

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  10. The Guardian: Newer universities in line to receive extra student places

    July 29, 2009

    Universities and colleges have until tomorrow to decide whether to accept the emergency extra student places they have been allocated. Earlier this month, the government announced 10,000 extra student numbers after warnings that universities would be unable to cater for the record 10% increase in applications during the recession. The government will provide only grants […]

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