
What next for high-risk high-reward UK research?
Adam Clarke, Policy and Communications Manager, looks at what questions government must answer for a UK-style ARPA to be successful.
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The Russell Group represents 24 leading UK universities. We believe people and ideas are the key to meeting global challenges.
Through world-class research and education we are helping to create a dynamic economy, stronger communities and a better future for the UK.
Adam Clarke, Policy and Communications Manager, looks at what questions government must answer for a UK-style ARPA to be successful.
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Group reassures students that Russell Group universities will be as fair and flexible as possible to ensure they are not disadvantaged in their applications
13 January 2021
Russell Group addresses student concerns about assessment
12 January 2021
24 leading UK universities publish joint statement
07 January 2021
Following confirmation of a deal with the European Union, the Russell Group's Chief Executive, Dr Tim Bradshaw, has issued a statement on behalf of our 24 members.
28 December 2020
We ensure policy development across a wide range of higher education issues is underpinned by a robust evidence base. This work currently spans six main areas:
Our universities are global leaders in research, but it is vital they receive sufficient funding and support
A high-quality, research-led education requires proper funding at both undergraduate and postgraduate level
The under-representation of talented students from certain backgrounds has deep-rooted causes which we cannot solve alone
Collaboration with business is a key part of the work of our universities but Government could foster more innovation
Our universities are global businesses competing for staff, students and funding with the best in the world
Autonomy is crucial to the success of our universities – they will not flourish if they are over-regulated
Russell Group universities provide undergraduate and postgraduate students with outstanding opportunities to learn, develop, and realise their full potential in a research-intensive environment.
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Businesses, charities and other organisations can access our universities’ world-class research, expertise and facilities to raise their performance and competitiveness.
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