Dismay greets PQA decision

Article Abstract:

Students and new universities are disappointed after the government failed to commit to a full post-qualifications admissions system for a minimum of six years. The government has instead accepted proposals by the Russell and 1994 groups of universities to enable the relatively small group of A-level results which are better than expected to reapply post-qualification from 2008.

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Ucas to pilot centralised postgrad admissions service

Article Abstract:

By 2008 the UK is set to have a centralised postgraduate admissions system, according to Anthony McClaran, chief executive of the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Around 80 universities have indicated to UCAS that they would take part in such a system.

Graduate study

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Ventures with business present gains and pains

Article Abstract:

Ministers are convinced that development of university courses tailored to meet demands of training and development in the private and public sectors could fuel future expansion of universities. This could potentially generate millions of pounds and thousands of jobs.

Curricula

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