REF could penalise those working across disciplines Study says interdisciplinary researchers might lose out as their work is less cited, writes Zoe Corbyn 2 October
Academic A levels 'best preparation' Admissions tutors favour GCE students - and they do better at university, writes Rebecca Attwood By Rebecca Attwood 2 October
US blogger plots graphs to show death of 'stupid academic fads' Study provides evidence that the influence of 'isms' has fallen in past decade, reports John Gill By John Gill 2 October
Tories promise to make practical route work £6K awards will help 5,000 apprentices enter higher education. Melanie Newman reports 2 October
Staff accept 'insulting' pay deal despite union opposition Strike ballot called off as 80 per cent of Coventry academics agree offer. John Gill reports By John Gill 2 October
Joint strategy on widening access A 'super' compact scheme is being considered by leading universities, Rebecca Attwood reports By Rebecca Attwood 2 October
New BBSRC chief 'Olympic gold medallist' of research Council head takes a tough line on science's right to move forward, reports Zoe Corbyn 2 October
Pass the exam hall to enter Dragons' Den Innovative assessment techniques are being used to challenge students, finds Rebecca Attwood By Rebecca Attwood 2 October
What price a fair system? Full tuition fees for students Economist argues that higher education does more for graduates than society. Chloe Stothart reports By Chloe Stothart 25 September
Academics told they must embrace online future Lecturers are falling behind students in the use of new technologies. John Gill reports By John Gill 25 September
Million+ head says beware of concessions to business V-c urges Government to resist the 'demand-side' approach to funding, writes Melanie Newman 25 September
CBI task force calls for more 'business-friendly' degrees Concern grows over industry interference in higher education, writes Hannah Fearn 25 September
Plymouth to axe staff to save cash Some 100 academic posts under threat following a strategic review. Rebecca Attwood reports By Rebecca Attwood 25 September
Researchers fear Pentagon will infiltrate anthropology US military largesse threatens academic integrity, claim anthropologists. John Gill reports By John Gill 25 September
Goodwill built on willingness to listen and straight talk The SNP Education Secretary has won admiration for her refreshing approach, writes Olga Wojtas 25 September
Exams cut by 20 per cent in bid to improve assessment New strategy aims to promote deep learning and provide better feedback, reports Rebecca Attwood By Rebecca Attwood 25 September
Research elite reject focus on innovation European universities say governments should not rely on them to drive economy, Zoe Corbyn writes 25 September
PhD students need help developing a 'writing voice', educationists say Report says doctoral candidates are not prepared for research-driven environment, writes Zoe Corbyn 25 September
Did poor teaching lead to crash? Business academics are accused of ignoring social and political questions. Zoe Corbyn reports 25 September
Lack of global strategy a grave threat, v-c warns John Gill reports on fears that some universities' reliance on overseas income is unsustainable By John Gill 25 September
Reform unfair aid system, says Hepi Report calls for national pool of fee income to end 'market' in bursaries. Melanie Newman reports 18 September
UEL governors confirm v-c's suspension over leadership Concerns about Martin Everett's management are being investigated. Melanie Newman reports 18 September