Universities

Jeremy Paxman is stepping down as presenter of University Challenge this year.

Everything you need to know about Jeremy Paxman leaving University Challenge

Do elephants like human visitors at the zoo?

Which animals like zoo visitors and which ones don’t

Scottish university projects funded by the US Defence Department include research into drones, explosives, and helicopters. Picture: AFP/Getty

Revealed: Scottish universities receive £34m in Pentagon funding

Jacqueline Reid from Rokbak Volvo was presented the Inspirational Marketing Leaders Award last year by Drew Gillies of Denholm Associates and Star Awards host Jennifer Reoch. Image: Digital Triangle Creative Ltd

Ad Feature Rising Stars to Inspiring Leaders recognised at The Marketing Society Awards

Richard E Grant has joined calls to ban a controversial form of animal testing after writing a scathing letter to Bristol University demanding an end to the “horrific” practice.

Richard E Grant blasts ‘cruel’ university for testing on rats

The strike means lecturers will mark work but will not enter it into recording systems, as they are no longer carrying out duties beyond their contract. Picture: Jane Barlow

Students fear degrees being 'devalued' by lecturers' strike

Under-funding teaching and research may force universities to increase their reliance on geopolitically risky income from international students (Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images)

SNP’s university funding cut is short-sighted, divisive and unenlightened

The student-led Plant-Based University of Edinburgh campaign group.

Edinburgh students vote against 100 per cent vegan plan

Oxford and Cambridge will go head-to-head today for The Boat Race 2023

The Boat Race 2023 Men and Women’s teams in full

Oxford are tipped to win the Men’s Boat Race

The Boat Race 2023: Latest betting odds

University staff go on strike today with more on the way as pay and pension dispute rages on (Photo by Martin Pope/Getty Images)

University staff go on strike over pay and pension dispute

Ksenia Grant is part of Edinburgh Innovations and is director of financial services and fintech sector engagement at the University of Edinburgh Futures Institute

Innovation is key for the financial services sector - Ksenia Grant

Kirkwall, Orkney islands

Orkney islands linked to gene mutation which increases cancer risk

UK to trial new groundbreaking endometriosis treatment

Graham Boyack, Director, Scottish Mediation

A commitment to ediation can have a profound impact on an organisation’s culture...

Representatives of National Education Union (NEU), Communication Workers Union (CWU) and the public-service union Unison join a rally by the University and College Union (UCU).

UK mass strike will see half a million workers walk out today

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 30: Protesters take part in a union rally on November 30, 2022 in London, England. Representatives of National Education Union (NEU), Communication Workers Union (CWU) and the public-service union Unison joined a rally by the University and College Union (UCU) amid strike action by staff at educational institutions across the UK. (Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images)

UCU confirm strike dates for February and March - 70,000 to walk out

Glasgow University's Confucius Institute is sponsoring the "Chinese Burns Supper".

Criticism as Glasgow University Confucius Institute backs Chinese business event

Members of the University and College Union (UCU) during a rally in Glasgow.

UCU staff at 150 universities to strike over pay disputes

“Less time to study, more time working and, in the end, that might have the effect that they’re not able to succeed in their course and again lead to the risk of them dropping out” Universities UK chief executive warns

University dropout numbers could rise amid cost of living crisis

Claudia Cavalluzzo, executive director, Converge

There has never been a better time to make an impact

Psychologists at the Universities of York and Glasgow have found staring at an optical illusion can improve visual acuity and allow you to see small print. Cr: Getty Images/Canva Pro

Here are 6 intriguing optical illusions that could improve your eyesight

One hundred companies in the UK have agreed to a four-day working week without losing pay in order to increase productivity.

100 UK companies switch to four-day working week without cutting pay

University strikes begin as union members walk out over pensions & pay

Over 70,000 university staff from 150 universities around the UK will strike on three dates this month.

University staff to strike for three days this month - why and dates

- Dr John Lonsdale

'History reflects that during major economic upheaval, universities have remade and reformed themselves,' says Professor Todd Walker. Picture: Ewen Weatherspoon.

Education can provide a real connective spark – Professor Todd Walker comment

Universities need to look after their students. Picture: Getty Images

Catherine Salmond: It is not ok for students to be facing a housing crisis

New students at the University of St Andrews take part in the traditional Pier Walk along the harbour walls of St Andrews before the start of the new academic year.

Prestigious Scottish university faces student housing crisis

Education Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville

Controversial Chinese hubs 'play important role', says SNP Education Secretary

Chinese philosopher Confucius (551 - 473 BC), circa 500 BC.

Scottish Government distances itself from Confucius Institutes

Professor Steve Olivier, Principal and Vice-Chancellor at Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University is working towards a more robust, just and progressive ...

Students at the University of St Andrews

Students are lacking in key social skills, says top Scottish university

Laura McFadzean

Insider view: Edinburgh solicitor Laura McFadzean, a director of ELP Arbuthnott ...

Claudia Cavalluzzo, Director, Converge

Future for forging an entrepreneurial and innovation pathway for Scotland’s acad...

G-Force is an early-stage investment programme for climate-tech start-ups. Picture: Miriam Jencová.

Edinburgh Uni among universities signing up to sustainability-focused syllabus

Professor Philip Winn is Chair of Medical Research Scotland, Emeritus Professor of Neuroscience at the University of Strathclyde, in the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences.

Scotland can be proud of Covid response from scientific community - Professor Ph...

Unvaccinated university students have been urged to get a Covid vaccine in freshers’ week (Photo: Shutterstock)

Unvaccinated students urged to get coronavirus jab during Freshers’ week

Young students on campus in Scotland

Lowest proportion of Scotland's poorest students at university for five years

Universities in Scotland are being advised to postpone freshers’ week due to the risk of coronavirus spreading during “mass activities”.

'Postpone freshers’ week', Scottish universities advised

Edinburgh University could be among institutions involved in the trial

Scottish universities could be allowed to quarantine students on campus

Vials of the Oxford/AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine at Copes Pharmacy and Travel Clinic in Streatham, south London. Picture date: Friday April 9, 2021.

AstraZeneca Covid vaccine linked to small risk of blood condition

Students say they are still waiting to hear about offers from institutions including the University of Edinburgh.

Students left in limbo as university offers delayed

Professor James Chalmers.

Two drugs could reduce effect of Covid-19 by 40%, study finds

Boris Johnson was a key driver behind the Brexit campaign. Picture: Tolga Akmen/WPA pool/Getty Images

Leave campaign made Brexit a 'new religion’, study claims

The Pfizer and AstraZeneca Covid vaccines have both been found to have an impact in the reduction of a person’s risk of hospital admission from coronavirus, according to new research (Photo: Getty Images)

Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccines found to reduce Scotland hospital admissions by ...

A 'free speech champion' could be appointed at universities - but what does it mean? (Photo: Shutterstock)

A 'free speech champion' could be appointed at universities - but what does it m...

Winners feel good at the Star Awards

Exciting new initiative to encourage young people from all backgrounds to consid...

Independent schools have said they are not planning for pupils to repeat a year of education.

'No movement' towards repeating school year for Scottish pupils

The delay to students returning to campus has been pushed further back

Student return delayed to end of February as rent refund demands made

A student wearing a protective face mask outside the main library at the University of Edinburgh in George Square, Edinburgh

Students arrive on Scottish campuses as uncertainty swirls around universities

Few university students are testing positive for Covid - despite ‘bearing the br...

Guidance has now been issued on the return of students in January

Scottish students face six-week 'staggered' return to university

Edinburgh-based Harry Potter author JK Rowling has faced a storm of abuse on social media and accusations of transphobia over her views on gender issues

Scottish law lecturer hits out after gagging by university over 'trans' comments

Universities have warned the January budget in Holyrood will be "critical" to their future

Scottish universities warn Holyrood budget will be 'critical' to their future

The proposed Robotarium on the Heriot-Watt campus, which will involve collaboration across universities and industry.

Why our Scottish universities can go from strength to strength - Iain Stewart

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Ian Blackford is waving goodbye to his time as an MP.

Former SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford standing down at next election

Picture: Andy Buchanan - WPA Pool/Getty Images

Rosebank would still go ahead under Labour if given approval, says Anas Sarwar

Ange Postecoglou has left Celtic to take charge of Tottenham Hotspur. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Postecoglou Celtic exit confirmed as new Spurs boss delivers farewell speech