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A new app developed by University of Staffordshire and TKO Consulting is using virtual reality to raise awareness of violence against women and girls. The project is the brainchild of former Stoke City footballer Meg Bowyer who has been subjected to sexual harassment on multiple occasions when out exercising. “Men …

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) has launched an AI Academy for 134 staff, in partnership with upskilling platform Multiverse. Training will be delivered to staff from across the whole university, from academics to professional services staff working at all levels and in all aspects of the university community. The academy …

Birmingham City University (BCU) has partnered with Exponential-e, a pioneer in cloud, connectivity, communications, and cyber security, on a new unified communications platform that will modernise the University’s telephony, contact centre, and service operations to improve student engagement and user experience. Procured through the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) framework, the …

Durham University has partnered with Lolly, the hospitality technology specialist, to implement a new Electronic Point of Sale (EPoS) system across its campus. The partnership has seen the successful deployment of more than 90 EPoS terminals across 30 sites, supporting a large and diverse catering operation. The new system is …

Based in the Queen Mary Academy, the centre seeks to create a transformative learning environment where AI literacy is integrated into the University’s teaching and learning, to drive impactful outcomes for students, educators, and employers. The Centre for Excellence will provide University staff with the resources and professional development they …

Bright Horizons, a leading provider of high-quality early education and childcare, back-up care, and workforce education services, has announced a new partnership with Nottingham Trent University (NTU) to offer an innovative qualification designed to enhance professional development in the early childhood education sector. This collaboration will enable colleagues from Bright …

UK university students are using AI significantly less in their studies than their educators think they are, according to new research from the leading online learning provider, Coursera. The survey of 1,000 students and 500 educators at UK universities found that educators think that students are using AI to complete …

As university students across the UK head through another term of academic challenges, one question often arises: Is it better to study alone or in a group? The truth is, both methods have their merits, and finding the right balance between group study and solo study can significantly enhance your …

Collaboration between universities, local government and businesses is vital to keeping talented graduates in the region, according to a group of senior higher education, business and civic leaders. Key figures from the county’s 12 universities, local councils, employers and organisations invested in graduate employment came together to discuss how they …

The University of Aberdeen has been awarded its first Race Equality Charter (REC) Bronze award in recognition of its commitment to advancing race equality. The University is the third Scottish Institution to hold a REC award. The Race Equality Charter’s mission is to improve the representation, experience, progression and success …