It's all about events dear boy

Article Abstract:

An analysis of the increase in popularity of politics as subject for study and research at universities in the United Kingdom. It is suggested that a number of issues - including the events of 11 September 2001, the war in Iraq, terrorism, globalisation and asylum seekers - have contributed to the increasing popularity of politics. Applications for politics and government courses in the UK rose by 6.6% this year after rising by 15.4% the year before. Political research in the UK is also buoyant, with the country being second only to the US in terms of academic output.

Analysis, Political aspects, Study and teaching, Politics, Educational aspects

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'Hardline' AUT targets exams

Article Abstract:

The Association of University Teachers (AUT) will instruct members not to set exams as part of its dispute with employers over pay. The boycott is intended to hit all students and shows a tactical split between the AUT and sister union Natfhe, which will set and invigilate exams.

Personnel administration, Compensation and benefits, Negotiation, mediation and arbitration, Demonstrations and protests, Lecturers, Teachers' unions, Strategic aspects, Association of University Teachers

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US firm to set up UK for-profit institution

Article Abstract:

Kaplan International is expected to apply to the Privy Council for degree-awarding powers within a few months. If the firm is successful, the UK's first for-profit university could be established.

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools, Organizational history, Services information, Colleges and universities, Private Colleges, Services, Private universities and colleges, Organization formation, Kaplan International Inc.

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