Government targets 'Mickey Mouse' university degrees
Minister Kemi Badenoch launches scathing attack on 'rip-off' university degrees as government cracks down on courses deemed poor value for money and damaging to social mobility.
Category : Universities
Minister calls Bob Vylan 'stain' on universities
Bridget Phillipson sparks controversy with remarks about Mercury Prize-winning band Bob Vylan, drawing criticism from academics and music industry figures for her comments on university values.
MIT rejects Trump policy funding in principles stand
The prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology announces it will reject federal funding tied to Trump administration policies that restrict international student recruitment and research collaboration.
UK university staff reject pay offer, strikes loom
Lecturers and university staff across Britain prepare for renewed industrial action after overwhelmingly rejecting latest pay proposal, threatening further disruption for students.
University strike threat over pay could lock students out
British universities brace for unprecedented disruption as academic staff threaten nationwide strikes over pay disputes and massive job cuts, potentially locking students out of courses during critical academic periods.
University staff strike over pay and conditions at 140 UK institutions
Lecturers and academic staff at 140 UK universities begin five days of strike action over pay, working conditions, and pension cuts, disrupting classes for thousands of students.
Charlie Kirk's academic blacklist sparks UK free speech row
American right-wing figure Charlie Kirk launches controversial professor database, raising alarms about academic freedom and political intimidation in British higher education.
Columbia University Faces Free Speech Lawsuit Over Campus Censorship
A landmark legal challenge accuses Columbia University of suppressing pro-Palestinian speech, igniting a fierce debate about academic freedom and political bias in US higher education.
University staff threaten strikes over pay dispute
British universities are bracing for potential staff strikes and mass resignations as a bitter pay dispute intensifies, with academics reporting they're forced to use food banks amid the cost-of-living crisis.
Sydney lecturer suspended over anti-Semitic 'parasites' rant
A University of Sydney lecturer has been suspended after launching into a vicious anti-Semitic tirade against Jewish students, describing them as 'filthy parasites' in a disturbing classroom outburst that's sparked widespread condemnation.
Palestinian students evacuated from Gaza to UK universities
Dozens of Palestinian students have been evacuated from Gaza to continue their studies at UK universities in a coordinated effort involving the Palestinian General Delegation and British institutions.
Melbourne University Tops Australian Rankings Globally
The University of Melbourne has been crowned Australia's leading educational institution in the latest global rankings, securing its position among the world's elite universities while highlighting challenges in international student recruitment.
Imperial College London Tops Oxford and Cambridge in Rankings
Imperial College London surges past Oxford and Cambridge in prestigious global rankings, marking a historic shift in UK higher education dominance.
Oxford and UK universities suffer worst performance in decade
Shocking new data reveals Britain's top universities, including Oxford, have recorded their poorest research performance in ten years, raising serious concerns about the UK's global academic standing.
Oxford Tops Global University Rankings 2024
Oxford University reclaims the top spot in Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with Cambridge and Imperial maintaining elite positions in global top 10.
University kink societies target freshers in campus culture shock
UK universities are facing controversy as students encounter BDSM and fetish societies during freshers' week, raising concerns among parents about appropriate campus activities.
Starmer criticised over Sheffield University Hamas society
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer confronts criticism after refusing to intervene in Sheffield University's Hamas-affiliated society activities, sparking debate about campus extremism and political responsibility.
Starmer addresses antisemitism at Sheffield University
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer addresses disturbing antisemitic incidents at Sheffield University, where Jewish students reported being targeted with pro-Hamas slogans during campus protests.
King Charles's cousin reveals autism diagnosis during PhD announcement
In a groundbreaking disclosure, Lord Frederick Windsor, cousin to King Charles III, has revealed his autism diagnosis while announcing his new academic journey at one of London's most esteemed universities.
Graduate, 23, dies from meningitis days after symptoms
A promising university graduate died from meningitis just days after falling ill, with her family initially believing she had freshers' flu. The 23-year-old's sudden deterioration serves as a tragic warning about the deadly disease.
Pro-Palestinian student protests sweep UK universities
Student protests demanding university divestment from Israel continue to grow across British campuses, with encampments now established at multiple institutions including Bristol, Leeds, and Newcastle.
Rutgers professor suspended over Turning Point USA ties
A Rutgers University professor faces suspension after undisclosed involvement with conservative group Turning Point USA raises questions about academic integrity and political influence on campus.
University protests erupt over Palestine with controversial chants
Fresh campus tensions flare as student demonstrators across UK universities face accusations of antisemitism following protests that praised Hamas attacks on Israel.
University of Liverpool faces Israeli academics blacklisting claims
The University of Liverpool is under fire following claims it cancelled a talk by Israeli academics, sparking accusations of discrimination and raising concerns about academic freedom in UK universities.
Trump's Universities Compact Threatens UK Academic Freedom
Leading academics sound alarm over Trump's proposed agreement that could force UK universities to adopt 'patriotic' curricula and restrict critical teaching about America.
University Challenge pays tribute to Jilly Cooper
The beloved quiz show surprised audiences with a heartfelt homage to the romantic fiction author during its latest episode, creating an unforgettable television moment.
Pro-Palestinian Student Protests Sweep UK Universities
British universities face escalating tensions as student-led protests over the Israel-Hamas conflict spark campus occupations, heated debates, and security concerns across multiple institutions.
Starmer warns students over Hamas protest plans
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer delivers a powerful message to UK students considering protests marking the October 7 Hamas attacks, urging universities to maintain order and condemning antisemitism on campuses.
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