The late Roger Sales, father of the author and a trailblazer in the field of interdisciplinary studies, passed away at the age of 72. He made significant contributions to the growth of interdisciplinary studies at various new universities in the …
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Eleven Is The Wrong Age To Change School
Despite all the rhetoric of constant change in education, certain things remain unchallenged. One such issue is the lengthy school summer vacation. Suggesting reducing this break would be akin to destroying a foundation of the British education system. The original …
‘The Government Hasn’t Listened’: Teachers In England Criticise Pay Offer
Charlotte Lawrence, a primary school teacher with 14 years of experience, finds the British government’s most recent pay increase offer for educators to be insulting. While attending the National Education Union’s annual conference in Harrogate, Lawrence expressed that the government …
Student Housing: Do I Still Need To Pay If I’ve Left?
The COVID-19 lockdown has caused significant upheaval for students, as universities have closed and forced many to vacate their rented accommodations. While a few providers have agreed to waive fees or to reduce rents, some landlords have refused to release …
What’s Wrong With Naked Calendars?
The University of Warwick’s women’s rowing team has generated attention this week by releasing its second naked calendar, with the sales proceeds going to Macmillan Cancer Support. Although last year’s calendar had received criticism for objectifying students and being “anti-feminist,” …
Piano Fever Sweeps UK As Online Lessons And Street Instruments Fuel Take-up
The piano, once threatened by digital entertainment alternatives, is making a comeback in British public life. Despite recent funding cuts for classical music and the removal of pianos from homes and schools, sales of these instruments are up and more …
Student Loan Changes Hit Lower Earners Harder Than First Thought – IFS
The recent announcement by the government regarding changes to student loans in England will negatively impact lower-earning graduates even more severely than previously anticipated. According to updated analysis by the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS), these students will now face …
University Subject Profile: Aerospace Engineering
In aerospace engineering, you will delve into the development, evaluation, and testing of aircraft and spacecraft. Your studies will revolve around aircraft design, flight mechanics, fluid dynamics, airworthiness, reliability, and safety. Additionally, you will gain knowledge about aviation, including examining …