Academies, trusts and higher education: prospectus. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)
The academies programme and the trust schools model are part of a new spirit of co-operation between the secondary and higher education sectors. This prospectus sets out how academic institutions can help build educational excellence at all levels. Joint DIUS and DCSF publication.
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| D16(7293)/1007 | 10-10-2007 |
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Applications for the grant of foundation degree-awarding powers: guidance and criteria for applicant further education institutions in England and Wales. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)
Explains the criteria for further education colleges to meet when seeking their own UK foundation degree awarding powers. Applies to institutions in England and Wales only. See also the companion guide URN 11/783. Similar guidance is also available for taught and research degree-awarding powers (11/781).
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| 11/782 | 29-03-2011 |
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Applications for the grant of taught degree-awarding powers, research degree-awarding powers, and university title: Guidance for applicant organisations in England and Wales. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)
Explains the criteria for institutions to meet when seeking their own UK degree awarding powers and university title. Applies to institutions in England and Wales only. Similar guidance is also available for foundation degree-awarding powers (URN 11/782).
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| 11/781 | 11-03-2011 |
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Companion guide for foundation degree-awarding powers. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)
Explains the application process for further education colleges seeking their own UK foundation degree awarding powers. Applies to institutions in England and Wales only. See also URN 11/782 for guidance and criteria.
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| 11/783 | 29-03-2011 |
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Good practices in educational partnerships guide: UK - Africa higher and further education partnerships. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)
Outlines the scope, nature and depth of UK-Africa educational partnerships. Reflects discussions with individuals involved in such partnerships, the findings from a 2008 survey, a literature review on partnerships in education; and desk research. Identifies principles of management and good governance which have been the driver behind a number of successful and sustainable UK-Africa partnerships, to inform future partnerships.
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| 10/1031 | 30-06-2010 |
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Life after graduation: a guide to jobs, work experience, volunteering and further study after graduation. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)
Guide for students who are about to graduate and recent graduates. Provides information on sources of help with finding and applying for graduate jobs. Also offers information about other opportunities, such as further study at home or abroad.
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| 217-09-HE-ON | 29-04-2009 |
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Pandemic flu guidance: higher and further education institutions. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)
Guidance on planning for an influenza pandemic from BIS the Higher Education Business Continuity Network (HEBCoN). Aims to help vice-chancellors, principals and senior managers by offering a sector-specific perspective.
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| 09/1163 | 01-10-2009 |
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Parent motivators: a parent's guide to helping graduates find work. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)
Guide for parents of young people who have recently graduated or who are planning to get work after graduation in 2010.
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| 10/532 | 29-12-2009 |
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Promoting good campus relations, fostering shared values and preventing violent extremism in universities and higher education colleges. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)
Guidance for higher education institutions, working with students of all backgrounds, to build community cohesion and good race relations on campus and to prevent the segregation of students. Aims to share information and experiences in order to enable university or college authorities to develop a more consistent and effective approach across the sector. Also considers recommendations that may be necessary to ensure good relations and a safe environment in HE institutions, thus ensuring that all staff and students can work, study and live without fear of intimidation, harassment, bullying, threatening or violent behaviour.
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| 22-07-HE/ON | 01-01-2007 |
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Safeguarding children: guidance for English higher education institutions (HEIs). (PDF) (link opens in a new window)
Guidance to support HEIs as they undertake their own planning and risk assessment processes for safeguarding children. Produced in collaboration with partners from across the sector.
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| D16(7236)/1207 | 01-12-2007 |
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Students studying abroad and the European higher education area: briefing for students' unions. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)
Provides information for students’ unions to support students studying abroad within the European Union or the wider European higher education area. Also covers questions to ask institutions on possible structural challenges such as recognition of credit, and highlights the benefits of students studying abroad and how they can publicise these to students. Includes case studies and information sheets for students.
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| 10/597 | 11-12-2009 |
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