Hiding in plain sight? A simple statistical effect may largely explain the ethnicity degree awarding gap
The ethnicity degree awarding gap in UK universities may partly reflect the success of widening participation rather than systemic barriers.
HEPI Guest Post
Re-framing the Arts and Humanities
Arts and Humanities are vital for economic and societal impact, requiring equal recognition in research, policy, and employability strategies.
The Danger of Homogenisation: Why specialist HEIs are crucial to the success of UK Higher Education and the Government’s priorities
Specialist higher education institutions are essential for diversity, innovation, and economic growth, yet face challenges from homogenisation and policy pressures.
A legislative solution to student suicide prevention: advocating for opt-out consent in response to student welfare concerns
An opt-out consent system for welfare contact could transform student safeguarding, ensuring timely intervention and preventing tragic losses.
The Power of Storytelling: Women Shaping Leadership and Change
Women’s leadership, though vital for resilience and innovation, remains hindered by systemic barriers, especially for women of colour.
The Future of AI Is Uncertain, And It’s Up to Us
Jack Goodman reviews AI Snake Oil, highlighting its critique of AI hype and the need for universities to shape AI’s future impact.
The case for social action
As Student Hubs closes, it urges universities to invest in student social action to enhance access, employability, and civic engagement.
How removing funding disparities for ‘disruptor institutions’ could help fulfil the ambition of the Lifelong Learning Entitlement
The University of Buckingham advocates for fairer tuition loan eligibility under the Lifelong Learning Entitlement to support accelerated degrees.
Excluding Level 7 modules from the LLE is a huge, missed opportunity
The exclusion of postgraduate study from the Lifelong Learning Entitlement risks missing opportunities to address advanced skills gaps in the UK.
It’s not too late to fix the Renters’ Rights Bill
The Renters’ Rights Bill must address student housing concerns to prevent reduced supply, higher costs, and electoral consequences for Labour.