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Union hails trend, but also warns of persistent 'casualisation culture'. Melanie Newman reports

Chasing world rankings reduces focus on institutions' local responsibilities, says IAU chief. John Gill reports

Watchdog notes fears that 'inessential' services put academic work at risk, writes Melanie Newman

A new integrity office detecting misconduct could be on the horizon, reports Zoe Corbyn

Inspirational 'last' lecturer Randy Pausch loses his battle against cancer, reports John Gill

Students need to play a more active role in assessment, an expert claims. Olga Wojtas reports

Institutions eye US 'system university' model in bid to improve global rankings. John Gill reports

Official says Saudis will have an independent, world-class university by next year. John Gill reports

Researchers are anxious that quality indicators could become benchmarks, reports John Gill

University blames higher wage bill as 'last resort' job cuts are mulled. Melanie Newman reports

Spam messages calling for research papers could lead to loss of personal details, says Chloe Stothart

But an internal staff survey shows a modest improvement on last year. John Gill writes

Some say initiative will pay off, others say it is best to invest in schools. Lucy Wheeler and Phil Baty report

Study finds HE research has too narrow a focus and urges a more global approach, says Chloe Stothart

Bids to provide centres for 10,000 extra students must consider local needs, says Hannah Fearn

Researchers are accused of disregarding consumer rights, reports Melanie Newman

Select committee chair says watchdog lacks teeth to regulate classification system. John Gill reports

Scheme to be rolled out nationally after QAA pilot is heralded a success. Chloe Stothart reports

Core services will have to compete for 'responsive mode' EPSRC funding. Melanie Newman reports

TVU leads league table for getting students into employment. Phil Baty and Hannah Fearn report

University to validate Trinity degrees, after other UK institutions end collaboration, says Melanie Newman

Nottingham v-c warns that academics may face prosecution. Melanie Newman reports

Study says the sector must protect its competitive edge in the international market, writes John Gill

As places grow to match school-leavers' needs, more opt to study at home. Olga Wojtas reports

Queen Mary and Hefce both claim victory in dispute over research cash clawback, says Melanie Newman

School responds to criticism with cash for extra staff and to cut class sizes, says Rebecca Attwood

Study finds a troubling rise in undergraduates' demands on advisers. Melanie Newman reports

V-cs believe a focused collaboration will enhance research and course options. Olga Wojtas reports