Only a handful of UK universities maximised their public profiles during the pandemic because press officers were diverted towards internal crises or social media engagement, says Fiona Fox
Unions accuse employers of intentionally stalling talks as industrial action over last pay award continues
Data on Canadian study permits suggests ‘spike’ in student numbers from some continental nations   Â
Iran’s universities have thrived despite the country’s sanctions, which could soon be lifted – but nation still beset by lack of postgraduate opportunities, scholars say
But positive results owe much to temporary government and stock market lifelines, according to early institutional accounts
Widespread withholding of potentially negative results has allowed misleading evidence reviews to gain traction, says study author
Leading recruiter claims firms can assist universities in looking ‘beyond the obvious’
The ambitious goals of online education cannot be achieved unless universities prioritise student mentoring and pastoral support, says Chandralekha Singh
Russian Foundation for Basic Research looking at Rb1.15 billion decrease, while Moscow State University told to slash budget by 10Â per cent
Labyrinthine university administration is causing unnecessary stress for scholars and students but beware red tape cutbacks, says Maree Martinussen
Universities urged to work alongside edtech companies and other online players to improve offering to students
Funded postgraduates could face real-terms pay cut running to four figures this autumn as UK stipends fail to keep pace with inflation
Non-fungible tokens offer US higher education the prospect of major profits, but mostly in sports and with threat of long-term losses
As investigations into a third Romanian prime minister stall, experts say awareness and consistent policies are needed
As Republicans pile up assaults on academic freedom, experienced out-of-state president suggests extensive costs to brand value