Canadian universities earning more from fees than public purse
Domestic students benefit for now as foreign classmates cancel out provincial budget cuts
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Does the postgraduate premium really exist?
A new survey of employers raises questions about the labour market value of higher degrees, says Tristram Hooley
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Goldsmiths occupation ‘just the start’ in tackling inequality
Other universities could face protests if they do not address racial disparities, says campaigner
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Scholars need to act with greater urgency
Steven Beschloss and Gaymon Bennett argue for academics to take their role as public intellectuals to the next phase, one that is personal, engaging and responsive to the problems of the day
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Fresh questions over Australian evaluation of humanities research
Widening chasm between sciences and humanities scholarship not found in other countries
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Navigating payments for access to library collections can be a minefield
A Jisc survey of librarians reveals confusion and discontent with publishers’ access costs. Peter Findlay offers tips for negotiating better deals
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THE World University Rankings 2020: technology for society
With responsible research and innovation at the heart of its mission, TUM is investing and adapting to meet society’s needs, says Thomas Hofmann
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Heriot-Watt names QC to review appointment of sex abuse professor
Kevin O’Gorman due to be sentenced on 18 September
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Michigan State accepts federal fine and fires provost over Nassar case
University to pay $4.5 million (£3.7 million) and pursue further actions against culpable officials
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US universities urged to work with schools to widen access
Wealthier institutions urged to take lead on improving minority representation
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Three failed replication attempts but no retraction for HIV study
Science’s decision sparks debate about how journals should respond to concerns about reproducibility
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Racism in academia has major impact on BAME staff mental health
Providing mental health support that is appropriate and culturally sensitive is a first step in addressing the racism black, Asian and ethnic minority staff endure in academia, says Jason ArdayÂ
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Inadequate support ‘contributes to foreign students’ alienation’
Chinese students’ misunderstanding of their host society thwarts their efforts to integrate in Australia, says academic