After disturbing students with a Hitler impersonation, an art historian was barred from speaking at a Cambridge University debate society. After Andrew Graham-Dixon spoke at the event, Cambridge Union president Keir Bradwell issued a new blacklist. Mr Graham-Dixon apologized for […]
In what has been hailed as a “historic occasion,” a Cambridge college will become the first British university to return one of the Benin bronzes to Nigeria later this month. On October 27, the bronze cockerel will be returned to […]
Imperial College London conducted a survey. The British Empire has a long and illustrious history. The university advises that the statues be removed and that buildings and lecture halls honoring scientists who advocated for eugenics and racism be renamed. Recommendations […]
Dozens of universities are establishing walk-in vaccine clinics to cater to the thousands of students who will be arriving for the start of the school year. A top doctor is urging unvaccinated students to get their COVID-19 vaccinations during freshmen […]
Oxbridge student groups will be exempt from the legal restrictions imposed by the government’s new free speech legislation, prompting opposition MPs to accuse ministers of “ridiculous” double standards. The universities minister, Michelle Donelan, told MPs during a debate on the […]
Nadhim Zahawi, who rose to prominence as vaccines minister during the pandemic, will take over as education secretary after Gavin Williamson’s gaffe-prone tenure ends. Boris Johnson promoted Zahawi after praising the efficient and fuss-free Covid vaccine program, a style that […]
A new work experience program has been launched to encourage more black students to apply for top positions in financial firms. The goal is to break the pattern of hiring very few black employees by large financial firms. As part […]
Because of groundbreaking Covid research that led the fight against the pandemic, British universities have excelled in this year’s world rankings. Oxford has retained its top spot in the World University Rankings for the sixth year in a row, according […]
According to Ucas, a record number of students are expected to begin university and college this fall, with applications and offers rising by 9% in the United Kingdom alone. As of June 30 – the final deadline for applying to up […]
Following the publication of the Academic Ranking of World Universities 2021, the University of Cambridge was named the third best university in the world and the best in the United Kingdom. Other UK universities in the top 25 included: the […]
According to UCAS data, the number of international students applying to study at UK universities has increased. According to UCAS statistics, there has been a 9% increase in international applications over the previous year. The number of international applicants is […]
According to the BBC, ministers are no longer considering making it mandatory for university students in England to be fully vaccinated against Covid in order to attend lectures. The foreign secretary previously stated that students would be given “advance notice” […]
The Oxford/AstraZeneca jab’s co-creator hopes it will inspire young girls to pursue STEM careers. Sarah Gilbert has had a busy year. The Oxford/AstraZeneca jab co-creator has been made a dame, received an emotional standing ovation at Wimbledon, and now a […]
Over 40,000 students may be offered places in the new Turing scheme, though costs may not be fully covered. The government’s replacement for the Europe-wide Erasmus student exchange scheme appears to be off to a flying start – though experts […]
University officials are urging new and returning students to take advantage of the opportunity to get fully vaccinated as soon as possible. Sector representatives outlined how higher education providers are engaging, explaining, and encouraging new and existing students to get […]
Proposals for mandatory Covid vaccinations for university students have sparked outrage, with one union calling them “hugely discriminatory” and Labour calling them a “barrier to learning.” After ministers refused to rule out the idea, most universities in England believe that […]
Students pursuing a medical degree at the University of Exeter have been offered free accommodation as well as 10,000 pounds in cash in exchange for a one-year deferral from their studies. 2021 has seen a record number of applications to […]
Plans for the cut sparked a fierce backlash from the UK’s creative sector, with leading figures in the arts such as Andrew Lloyd-Webber, Bernadine Evaristo, and Jarvis Cocker publicly opposing the cut. University art courses in England will have their […]
In response to increased global interest sparked by the pandemic, the University of London (UoL) has launched ten new online programs, which will begin in October. University of London Director of Online Education, Sam Brenton, said: “Interest had been steadily […]
Universities are increasing efforts to support the education and well-being of Year 13 students transitioning to higher education this autumn, amongst growing concerns from teachers and parents that the disruption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic will disadvantage school and college […]
