Europe

Ten students from Al-Azhar University had their applications rejected because of concerns they would not leave the country

Results of Sir David Behan’s report set to shape future direction of regulator under Labour

Education secretary outlines new approach for English regulator, with focus on restoring sector’s financial health

Returning leader says UK instead needs ‘major rethink’ of funding model and how it supports low-income and mature students

Government criticised for planned reforms but says it will close rival body widely seen as favourable to former populist regime

Government urged to appoint new higher education commissioner to oversee £2.5 billion loan scheme in case of institutions going bankrupt

University pension scheme effectively writes off stake in ailing company that was worth £956 million two years ago

Institution based in the west of the capital will join the federation to pursue ‘new opportunities for collaboration’

Almost half of institutions say insufficient funding is biggest obstacle to better teaching and learning

The party behind the UK’s 50 per cent target is back in power but, while it still pledges commitment to equality of opportunity, it’s not clear what role – if any – universities will play in achieving this mission

Providing skills, creating opportunity and training the teachers and nurses the UK needs: modern universities stand ready to deliver, says Rachel Hewitt

Universities ‘not ready’ for imminent launch of complaints scheme, says legal expert