Reforming leader softens approach But Sussex v-c still plans to sharpen research and broaden courses, says Melanie Newman 27 March
Geese asked to consider value of golden eggs Wellings looks to balance university interests with public good in IP review. John Gill reports By John Gill 27 March
Economists confirm existence of glass ceiling for women academics Study says 25 per cent of the gender gap in career progression is unexplained, writes Melanie Newman 27 March
Btec bamboozles course leaders Survey reveals misunderstanding over further education qualifications, says Melanie Newman 27 March
Battle of the ages fought on two fronts At 65, Sheila Rowbotham is fighting for her job and for a new wave of feminism, says Melanie Newman 27 March
Staff give sector managers low marks Employee survey makes 'disturbing' reading for higher education, writes Melanie Newman 27 March
Student numbers are at risk as UK demographics shift Universities will have to ‘seize new markets’ to remain competitive. Rebecca Attwood reports By John Gill 20 March
Academe is key to competitive economy White Paper charges universities with an even bigger role in sparking and developing innovation for the good of the wider economy. John Gill reports By John Gill 20 March
Reader may sue despite settlement Academic who signed agreement can still take action against Essex. Melanie Newman writes 20 March
OU expects jobs and course cuts in light of ELQ shake-up Greater contract flexibility and a switch to low-cost programmes mooted. Melanie Newman reports 20 March
Spin-off promises to make marking as easy as ABC Manchester developers say software can handle complex essay questions. Rebecca Attwood reports By Rebecca Attwood 20 March
Accurately target foreign students or lose, sector told Conference hears that the right pitch is key in luring demanding overseas 'consumers'. John Gill reports By John Gill 20 March
EU technology institute approved European Parliament agrees the future of a continental equivalent to MIT. Zoe Corbyn reports 20 March
Former rebel vows to make voting 'trendy' among young Chairman of new Whitehall citizenship body hopes to make politics matter to teens. John Gill reports By John Gill 20 March
Scots research funding up as teaching cash squeezed Budget rise of 3.4 per cent aids knowledge transfer, but academic job cuts are feared. Tariq Tahir reports 20 March
Red-tape burden cut for research grant-winners Councils' plan to cut paperwork raises questions over accountability. Zoe Corbyn reports 20 March
V-c keen for course design to break disciplinary divide Aberdeen reforms could offer students all-round education in arts and sciences, writes Tariq Tahir 20 March
Setting sails for the future Knowledge Transfer Partnership honours sector's innovators and collaborators. John Gill reports By John Gill 13 March
REF may lead to restrictions on grant applications Metrics-based system will require more selectivity, say sector's senior figures. Zoe Corbyn reports 13 March
Students get more time with tutors, but it's no holiday Uclan cuts Christmas and Easter breaks to try to improve teaching. Melanie Newman reports 13 March
Third-stream cash is capped Many institutions are already at the new ceiling on knowledge-transfer funding. John Gill reports By John Gill 13 March
Hourly paid lecturer wins full-time staff rights in landmark ruling Tribunal says tutor 'had self-employment thrust upon her' by Sheffield. Melanie Newman reports 13 March
At the top, women still can't get a break from stereotypes .. Senior managers 'unjustly' perceive women as poor at delegating. Melanie Newman reports 13 March
... and press still puts their looks before achievements Half the profiles of female scientists make mention of appearance, writes Zoe Corbyn By Rebecca Attwood 13 March
Bone to steer UK policy on global agenda Higher education review to take the long view to ensure sector keeps pole position, says John Gill By John Gill 13 March
ESRC is criticised for 'biased' study Anti-GM scientist says survey of farmers is 'market research for biotech industry'. Zoe Corbyn reports 13 March
Student support does not go to the neediest, Birkbeck research finds Analysis indicates bursary distribution is failing to help widen participation. Rebecca Attwood reports By Rebecca Attwood 13 March
Examiner doubts value of SATs Entry qualification debate rumbles on as minister vaunts new diplomas. Melanie Newman reports By Rebecca Attwood 13 March
Dean dismissed for plagiarism Durham sacks academic after disciplinary tribunal upholds misconduct allegations. Tariq Tahir reports 6 March
