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  1. Shortlist revealed for THE Leadership & Management Awards 2017

    Alliance universities are in the running for a number of prestigious awards at the Times Higher Education Leadership and Management Awards 2017. The THELMAs – now in their ninth year – shine a spotlight on the staff and teams, often working behind the scenes, who help our universities to thrive.  The winners of the 2017 awards will […]

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  2. Alliance universities recognised at Guardian University Awards

    The Guardian University Awards recognised excellence in Alliance universities at the prestigious annual ceremony last night presented by Lauren Laverne. They included the Teaching Excellence award for Kingston University, whose inclusive curriculum framework (ICF) helps staff better support black and minority ethnic students(BME). The ICF provides staff with access to short animations, resources and case […]

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  3. Managing Intellectual Property and technology transfer

    University Alliance submitted evidence to the House of Common’s Science and Technology Committee inquiry on managing Intellectual Property (IP) and technology transfer. Technology transfer and the exploitation of IP is one of multiple ways that Alliance universities forge long-term partnerships with industry. Nestled at the heart of our institutions, it sits alongside consultancy and contract […]

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  4. University Alliance responds to the REF consultation

    University Alliance has responded to the HEFCE consultation on the second Research Excellence Framework. Our submission raises concern about the proposed use of HESA data to determine which staff are returned to the REF and presents a workable alternative. Critical insight is also offered on outputs, portability and institutional-level assessment. Click on the links below […]

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  5. Millions of pounds awarded to tackle barriers to student success

    Projects to tackle barriers to student success led by Alliance universities working in partnership with other education providers have been awarded millions of pounds. HEFCE announced that 17 projects will receive up to £500,000 each over two years from its Catalyst Fund to address differences in student outcomes. A total of £7.5 million will be […]

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  6. University Business: Spring Budget reveals increased investment in STEM education

    Coverage of the Spring Budget 2017 appeared in University Business and featured our statement from UA chief executive Maddalaine Ansell. Among the measures announced by Chancellor Phillip Hammond, the Budget revealed an increased investment in STEM subject research of £300m. Maddalaine said: “Alliance universities educate over 25% of the UK’s STEM graduates and have strength and depth in […]

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  7. Guardian University Awards 2017 Shortlist revealed

    Alliance universities have been shortlisted in 10 out of 15 categories in the year’s Guardian University Awards. The awards give UK universities the opportunity to celebrate their achievements in the sector and worldwide. Eight Alliance universities are recognised in areas including research, teaching and entrepreneurship in the shortlist, announced this week: Kingston University and the University of Salford have […]

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