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Aug 23, 2024 | 
commonslibrary.parliament.uk | Joe Lewis |Paul Bolton
Concerns about the financial stability of higher education providersThe financial sustainability of the higher education sector in England has come under increasing strain following reductions to government grants and an ongoing freeze in undergraduate tuition fee caps. Recent inflationary and cost of living pressures have also placed demands on universities in relation to pay settlements, energy costs, and building projects.
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Apr 30, 2024 | 
commonslibrary.parliament.uk | Graeme Atherton |Joe Lewis |Paul Bolton
This research briefing examines higher education systems around the world in order to compare policy approaches and performance in other countries with the UK. It builds on the Commons Library briefing Higher education in the UK: Systems, policy approaches, and challenges. More detail on all the headings below is available in the full briefing.
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Apr 17, 2024 | 
commonslibrary.parliament.uk | Joe Lewis
Further education generally comprises qualifications studied at college by post-16 students at level 5 and below in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and at SCQF level 6 or below in Scotland. Students doing Higher National Certificates or Diplomas (HNCs/HNDs) are eligible for higher education student finance. Further education is devolved, which means eligibility for financial support, and the nature and amount of what is available, varies across the UK.
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Jan 25, 2024 | 
powderbulksolids.com | Kristen Kazarian |Joe Lewis
Automatic ingredient batching systems can improve your production and increase quality through consistency and profitability. The best of these systems will be custom engineered to fit the specific objectives and application requirements for your process and facility. This necessitates a high level of expertise with process, data management, and electrical, mechanical, and control/automation technologies.
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Nov 22, 2023 | 
ein.org.uk | Paul Bolton |Joe Lewis |Melanie Gower
The House of Commons Library on Monday released an updated briefing that provides a helpful overview on international students in the UK higher education system. You can read a full copy of the briefing online below or download the original 37-page PDF report here. As the House of Commons Library notes, the number overseas students studying at UK universities reached 679,970 in 2021/22. The majority (559,800) were from outside the EU.
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Nov 20, 2023 | 
commonslibrary.parliament.uk | Joe Lewis |Melanie Gower |Paul Bolton
Overseas student numbersIn 2021/22 there were 679,970 overseas students studying at UK universities, 120,140 of whom were from the EU and 559,825 from elsewhere. This was another new record total and 24% of the total student population. In 2017/18, the number of new overseas entrants to UK universities was just around 254,000, increases in the last four years saw overseas entrants numbers reach a new high of 381,700 in 2020/21.
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Nov 13, 2023 | 
commonslibrary.parliament.uk | Joe Lewis |Siobhan Wilson
E-petition subjects Petitions 610557 and 619609 are calling for student nurses and other healthcare students to be paid at least minimum wage for their placement hours. Petition 616557 is calling for the 30 hours free childcare offer available to workers who meet the required minimum income level to be extended to student midwives, nurses, and paramedics.
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Oct 18, 2023 | 
apsense.com | Joe Lewis
In the fast-paced world of e-commerce, staying competitive and successful requires staying ahead of the curve. E-commerce business owners need to leverage every available tool and service to ensure their operations are smooth, efficient, and profitable. One such indispensable tool is E-Commerce as a Service (ECaaS). In this article, we'll explore the top 7 benefits of using ECaaS for your e-commerce business. What is ECaaS?
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Oct 18, 2023 | 
apsense.com | Joe Lewis
Are you an Amazon e-commerce seller looking to boost your product's visibility on the world's largest online retail platform? If so, you're in the right place! In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the critical relationship between Amazon search terms and keywords and how understanding and utilizing them effectively can help you skyrocket your sales and grow your business. Understanding the BasicsWhat Are Amazon Search Terms?
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Sep 15, 2023 | 
commonslibrary.parliament.uk | Joe Lewis |Siobhan Wilson
Cost of living pressures on higher education studentsThe 2023 Save the Student survey found:The average student’s monthly living costs have increased by 17%, up from £924 in 2022 to £1,078. 18% of surveyed students have used a food bank in the last academic year, up from 10% who said the same in 2022. 22% of surveyed students said they often skip meals to save money, while a further 42% said they sometimes do.
