Teachers need support to understand what’s needed in the UCAS personal statement
Teachers and admissions staff often disagree on UCAS personal statements, highlighting the need for clearer, transparent university guidance.
HEPI Guest Post
So now will the government take the chainsaw to HE regulation?
Despite calls to cut red tape, higher education remains burdened by overlapping regulation, risking quality and financial sustainability.
Skills England will be in a battle for relevance from day one
With Skills England expected to formally begin operating next month, a new report from the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI) shows that this government agency is likely to face an uphill struggle as it seeks to become a credible and respected organisation both within and outside government. Written by Tom…
When Skills England calls, will anybody answer the phone?
The creation of Skills England marks the UK government’s latest attempt to reform the post-16 skills system, aiming to better align education, training, and industrial priorities to drive economic growth. However, the new agency faces significant challenges, including limited autonomy, complex cross-departmental coordination, tensions between national and local priorities, and…
Weekend Reading: Rethinking the Cost of Higher Education – A Lecture Revisited
In a 2014 lecture, John Denham proposed radical reforms to halve tuition fees by redirecting public funding into teaching and diversifying university pathways.
Collaboration in Action: The Third Sector Forum and the OfS Equality Agenda
The Third Sector Forum has fostered collaboration, shifted narratives, and helped secure £2 million to advance equality in education.
Embracing Workforce Diversity in Higher Education for a Sustainable Future
The higher education sector must urgently reform its workforce model to meet evolving demands and ensure financial sustainability.
Bridging Further and Higher Education: Building a Truly Tertiary Education System
A coordinated approach to post-16 education could enhance collaboration, align skills with industry needs, and boost economic growth.
Making a sustained case for international student mobility
Expanding global mobility opportunities is essential for student success, fostering cross-cultural understanding, and ensuring inclusive access to international experiences.
Strengthening data and insights into our changing university research landscape by Jessica Corner
Research England is strengthening oversight and support to help universities navigate financial pressures and sustain research excellence.