To decolonise the university is to democratise the university
Conservative forces forget that canons and canonical understandings always evolved as science and society have progressed, says Gurminder Bhambra
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One in three university teaching posts ‘unfilled’ in India
Scholars say permanent teaching posts are left vacant as universities rely on ‘ad hoc’ lecturers
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THE World University Rankings 2019: learning, at the highest level
Universities are boosting the profile of teaching, supporting pedagogical innovation and tailoring curricula to deliver a more personalised experience, says Sarah Wild
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THE World University Rankings 2019: the rising tide of research
Promoting a research culture and nurturing academics is vital to enable both universities and society to flourish. Sarah Wild reports
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THE World University Rankings 2019: engagement with business brings a multitude of riches
Successful partnerships with industry players hinge on location and circumstances, while funding is only part of the picture, says Sarah Wild
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THE World University Rankings 2019: steer by your compass
Universities face a number of tough challenges, but they can rise to any test if they stick to their principles and continue their course, says Bernd Huber
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THE World University Rankings 2019: critical intellectual infrastructure
Universities will be key to ensuring that China’s Belt and Road Initiative succeeds with maximum benefit and minimal disruption, argues Rocky Tuan
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THE World University Rankings 2019: a future beyond borders
Australia’s Monash University takes a multifaceted approach to preparing its graduates for an increasingly globalised and digital economy, says Margaret Gardner
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THE World University Rankings 2019: a closer look
Simon Baker examines the data on reputation, international outlook and industry income
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World University Rankings 2019: results announced
China is now home to the best university in Asia, while France’s Sorbonne University is the highest-ranked newcomer in the table
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THE podcast: World University Rankings 2019 results
The rankings editorial team discusses the trends and top performers in THE's biggest international league table to date
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‘New metrics needed’ to encourage interdisciplinary research
Multidisciplinary mindset requires more diverse reward structures, says Sydney v-c
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Academia shares research stars with industry to avoid losing them
Long-term benefits of research success – and of building industry relations – may be less direct but far more valuable than royalty payments, summit hears
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Singapore education minister promises focus on student creativity
Leaders have increasingly been acknowledging that the cultural pressure put on the country’s children to spend their hours studying has left them too one-dimensional