British universities brace for unprecedented disruption as academic staff threaten nationwide strikes over pay disputes and massive job cuts, potentially locking students out of courses during critical academic periods.
Lecturers and academic staff at 140 UK universities begin five days of strike action over pay, working conditions, and pension cuts, disrupting classes for thousands of students.
British universities are bracing for potential staff strikes and mass resignations as a bitter pay dispute intensifies, with academics reporting they're forced to use food banks amid the cost-of-living crisis.
The University of Melbourne has been crowned Australia's leading educational institution in the latest global rankings, securing its position among the world's elite universities while highlighting challenges in international student recruitment.
Shocking new data reveals Britain's top universities, including Oxford, have recorded their poorest research performance in ten years, raising serious concerns about the UK's global academic standing.
Oxford University reclaims the top spot in Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with Cambridge and Imperial maintaining elite positions in global top 10.
Student protests demanding university divestment from Israel continue to grow across British campuses, with encampments now established at multiple institutions including Bristol, Leeds, and Newcastle.
Thousands of Western Sydney University alumni received fraudulent emails claiming their degrees were revoked in a sophisticated phishing attack targeting graduates' personal data and finances.
BBC presenter Claudia Winkleman opens up about rejecting university offers to pursue her broadcasting dreams, sharing candid thoughts on education and career paths.
Exclusive: Ben Corfield's parents break their silence after Cardiff University missed crucial warnings about their son's deteriorating mental health, leading to unimaginable tragedy weeks before his graduation.
Leqaa Kordia University becomes epicentre of campus activism as pro-Palestinian protesters occupy buildings, demanding academic ties be cut with Israeli institutions. Police maintain watch as tensions escalate.
Emma Watson shares her surprising journey of attending Oxford University under the radar, writing a play about her experiences of being an ordinary student away from the Hollywood spotlight.
Glasgow University accused of systemic failures in supporting a vulnerable student who took his own life hours before his graduation ceremony, as parents demand accountability.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious plan to send half of young people to university, reviving Tony Blair's education legacy while addressing Britain's skills gap.
BBC Two's University Challenge faces awkward silence as both Durham and St John's College teams fail to identify basic classical compositions, leaving viewers astonished at the musical knowledge gap.
Academic and support staff at the University of Edinburgh have launched a three-day strike in a major dispute over pay, pensions, and working conditions, causing significant disruption.
A major new survey by the Institute of Physics uncovers a severe crisis, with 25% of UK university physics departments at risk of shutting down due to funding shortfalls and falling student numbers, threatening the nation's scientific future.
In an unprecedented shift, the London School of Economics has topped a major UK university league table, pushing Oxford and Cambridge out of the top three for the first time in history. The Complete University Guide's 2025 rankings signal a dramatic chang
Durham University leads a controversial study backed by Cambridge and Oxford, aiming to diversify student intakes through 'contextual data', sparking debate on meritocracy in higher education.
The Sunday Times Good University Guide reveals a historic shakeup as Oxbridge dominance ends. St Andrews soars to number one, marking a seismic shift in UK higher education prestige.
The Australian National University has scrapped its controversial compulsory job cuts programme following fierce opposition from staff and unions. The landmark decision marks a significant shift in the university's restructuring plans.
An exclusive investigation reveals the hidden poverty crisis at Oxford University, where underpaid researchers and staff are turning to food banks and hardship funds to survive.
The University of Technology Sydney is closing its renowned teacher education programme and cutting over 1000 subjects in a drastic overhaul, citing financial pressures and a shift towards 'future-focused' disciplines.
Delta State University in Mississippi has cancelled all classes after a body was discovered on campus. The university community is in shock as police investigate the incident.
New research from the University of Surrey finds students with part-time jobs develop better time management, leading to improved academic performance and enhanced employability.
The Complete University Guide 2025 has released its definitive rankings for Media and Film Studies degrees. Discover which UK institutions lead the pack in teaching quality, graduate prospects, and student satisfaction.
Discover the major methodological changes behind The Guardian's 2026 University Guide, focusing on graduate outcomes, student satisfaction, and social inclusion. Learn how these updates will provide a clearer picture for students choosing their future.
Exclusive analysis of the 2025 Guardian University Guide rankings for Physics. Discover which UK institutions lead in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects.
Exclusive Guardian analysis unveils the UK's best universities for Anatomy & Physiology degrees. Discover which institutions soared and which tumbled in the 2025 league table, with surprising changes at the very top.
The Complete University Guide 2025 reveals the UK's top universities for Veterinary Science. Discover which institutions lead the pack for animal medicine education, graduate prospects, and world-class research.