'The only choice is excellence' – opinion article in Research Fortnight
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Briefing on what Alliance universities are doing to help economic recovery and shaping the new economy
Read more of: Briefing on what Alliance universities are doing to help economic recovery and shaping the new economySuggestions for Opposition Day debate on the future of higher education 1 December 2009 What Alliance universities are doing to help graduates to find employment in a recession Developing graduate skills and entrepreneurialism Graduates enter the job market with world-class employability skills. Example: WOW (World of Work) at Liverpool John Moores University Example: The University […]
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Concentration and diversity: understanding the relationship between excellence, concentration and critical mass in UK research
Read more of: Concentration and diversity: understanding the relationship between excellence, concentration and critical mass in UK researchSelectivity not concentration has driven excellence A policy of selectivity–funding research based on quality – has driven up the quality of UK research since the introduction of the RAE, not concentration. Selectivity has resulted in concentration of research funding where quality exists. This is fully supported by University Alliance. The UK has one of the most […]
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University Alliance respond to Policy Exchange report on area of 'crucial economic importance'
Read more of: University Alliance respond to Policy Exchange report on area of 'crucial economic importance'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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THE: article on policy advisers in Alliance universities
Read more of: THE: article on policy advisers in Alliance universitiesUniversity 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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University Alliance well placed to deliver Government’s priorities in Framework
Read more of: University Alliance well placed to deliver Government’s priorities in FrameworkIn 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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BBC: Universities ‘must widen access’
Read more of: BBC: Universities ‘must widen access’A-levels are not sufficient to identify the aptitude and potential of all those who should benefit from a university education, the government says. A framework for higher education in England over the next decade says social mobility must be reinvigorated. Innovation and Skills Secretary Lord Mandelson said priority would go to new routes into higher […]
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University Alliance responds to Russell Group call to restrict research funding
Read more of: University Alliance responds to Russell Group call to restrict research fundingThe 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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Professor Craven’s proposal for funding additional university places taken up by Conservative Party
Read more of: Professor Craven’s proposal for funding additional university places taken up by Conservative PartyFollowing 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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Professor Craven's proposal for funding additional university places taken up by Conservative Party
Read more of: Professor Craven's proposal for funding additional university places taken up by Conservative PartyFollowing 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 […]