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Erasmus+, worth all the fuss?

The surprise withdrawal of the UK from the Erasmus+ international exchange programme was one of the most unlikely and disappointing revelations of the post-Brexit trade deal. In an attempt to…

Stricter Covid-19 measures established after new spike in infections

After coronavirus cases have reached a record high, the Scottish government has introduced new restrictions regarding socialising, starting this week. This comes after chief medical advisors across the UK have…

Loss of Erasmus Scheme could lead to challenge for UK students studying abroad

The Erasmus+ scheme offers students opportunities to study or work abroad and has existed since 1987. Over 50 EU and non-EU countries participate in the scheme, and eligible students are…

Statement addresses Brexit and research collaboration

Though the UK officially left the European Union on 31 January, on the same day, 36 higher education groups from the UK and EU released a joint statement which encourages…

Second round of UCU strikes scheduled for February and March

On Monday 3 February, the University and Colleges’ Union (UCU) announced a second round of strikes beginning on 20 February, following strikes last year in November and December. There will…

Harvard University’s Affirmative Action Lawsuit in Trump’s America

Affirmative Action was intended to create diversity on college campuses, favouring previously marginalised groups, but it appears that Harvard University’s admissions are a long way from delivering even the first…

Blaming students for cyber-attacks on universities is nonsensical and offensive

There is no doubt that anxiety over cybersecurity and data protection is on the rise. Even the most stubborn ostriches will find it hard to plant their heads in the…

Higher Education Governance Bill draws criticism throughout academia

A Scottish government bill seeking to standardize the way universities govern themselves has drawn a chorus of criticism from university principals, rectors, and students associations. The bill, titled the Higher…