University Alliance
@unialliance.bsky.social
Representing the UK's leading professional and technical universities.
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We are UA and we represent the UK's professional and technical universities: who offer hands-on career-focused education and who collaborate with local employers to drive innovation and growth.
Follow for our reaction to HE sector news + our members' latest research and initiatives.
We are UA and we represent the UK's professional and technical universities: who offer hands-on career-focused education and who collaborate with local employers to drive innovation and growth.
Follow for our reaction to HE sector news + our members' latest research and initiatives.
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As a modern, dynamic, and enterprising university, we put students first, working with employers, professional bodies, and government to deliver career-focused education and real-world impact.
At the University of Hertfordshire, we go Above. Beyond.
https://bit.ly/49PS9PU
#HertsBeatsFaster
At the University of Hertfordshire, we go Above. Beyond.
https://bit.ly/49PS9PU
#HertsBeatsFaster
February 2, 2026 at 8:05 AM
As a modern, dynamic, and enterprising university, we put students first, working with employers, professional bodies, and government to deliver career-focused education and real-world impact.
At the University of Hertfordshire, we go Above. Beyond.
https://bit.ly/49PS9PU
#HertsBeatsFaster
At the University of Hertfordshire, we go Above. Beyond.
https://bit.ly/49PS9PU
#HertsBeatsFaster
The forthcoming 10-year workforce plan for the NHS must treat universities as strategic partners.
A must-read blog from UA Director of Policy Susanna Kalitowski in @wonkhe.bsky.social today
🔗 bit.ly/49ICyS7
A must-read blog from UA Director of Policy Susanna Kalitowski in @wonkhe.bsky.social today
🔗 bit.ly/49ICyS7
January 27, 2026 at 10:54 AM
The forthcoming 10-year workforce plan for the NHS must treat universities as strategic partners.
A must-read blog from UA Director of Policy Susanna Kalitowski in @wonkhe.bsky.social today
🔗 bit.ly/49ICyS7
A must-read blog from UA Director of Policy Susanna Kalitowski in @wonkhe.bsky.social today
🔗 bit.ly/49ICyS7
Happy International Day of Education from everyone at University Alliance 🌎
January 24, 2026 at 10:08 AM
Happy International Day of Education from everyone at University Alliance 🌎
To protect student progression, we are urging a pause to the defunding of Applied General Qualifications until V Levels are available.
Read our full response to the DfE's Post‑16 Level 3 and Below Pathways Consultation here: bit.ly/3ZiTMiH
Read our full response to the DfE's Post‑16 Level 3 and Below Pathways Consultation here: bit.ly/3ZiTMiH
UA's response to the Post‑16 Level 3 and Below Pathways Consultation.
University Alliance has responded to the DfE's Post‑16 Level 3 and Below Pathways Consultation. To protect student progression, UA are urging a pause to the defunding of Applied General…
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January 19, 2026 at 9:43 AM
To protect student progression, we are urging a pause to the defunding of Applied General Qualifications until V Levels are available.
Read our full response to the DfE's Post‑16 Level 3 and Below Pathways Consultation here: bit.ly/3ZiTMiH
Read our full response to the DfE's Post‑16 Level 3 and Below Pathways Consultation here: bit.ly/3ZiTMiH
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Our first post on BlueSky! And what a way to start by announcing that we have climbed 10 places from 17th to 7th in the annual @peopleandplanet.bsky.social University League. As well as this, we have come joint first in the carbon reduction category. Read more here: www.gre.ac.uk/articles/pub...
December 11, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Our first post on BlueSky! And what a way to start by announcing that we have climbed 10 places from 17th to 7th in the annual @peopleandplanet.bsky.social University League. As well as this, we have come joint first in the carbon reduction category. Read more here: www.gre.ac.uk/articles/pub...
Our CEO Vanessa Wilson was quoted in @timeshighered.bsky.social today, on the value of mission groups in HE.
At a time of financial challenge for the sector, mission groups are a valuable tool for targeted advocacy & collaboration - but they must show impact👇
tinyurl.com/25byudr7
At a time of financial challenge for the sector, mission groups are a valuable tool for targeted advocacy & collaboration - but they must show impact👇
tinyurl.com/25byudr7
January 9, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Our CEO Vanessa Wilson was quoted in @timeshighered.bsky.social today, on the value of mission groups in HE.
At a time of financial challenge for the sector, mission groups are a valuable tool for targeted advocacy & collaboration - but they must show impact👇
tinyurl.com/25byudr7
At a time of financial challenge for the sector, mission groups are a valuable tool for targeted advocacy & collaboration - but they must show impact👇
tinyurl.com/25byudr7
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Hello from Herts on Bluesky 👋
We’re an anchor institution supporting our region’s growth through partnerships with employers, professional bodies and government. Our teaching and research tackle real-world challenges, creating positive impact from Herts to the world. 🌍
We’re an anchor institution supporting our region’s growth through partnerships with employers, professional bodies and government. Our teaching and research tackle real-world challenges, creating positive impact from Herts to the world. 🌍
January 5, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Hello from Herts on Bluesky 👋
We’re an anchor institution supporting our region’s growth through partnerships with employers, professional bodies and government. Our teaching and research tackle real-world challenges, creating positive impact from Herts to the world. 🌍
We’re an anchor institution supporting our region’s growth through partnerships with employers, professional bodies and government. Our teaching and research tackle real-world challenges, creating positive impact from Herts to the world. 🌍
As 2025 draws to a close, our CEO Vanessa Wilson takes the opportunity to reflect on what has been a busy term for HE policy and make predictions on what's in store the sector in 2026 🔮
Find her piece on the website👇
www.unialliance.ac.uk/2025/12/16/r...
Find her piece on the website👇
www.unialliance.ac.uk/2025/12/16/r...
December 19, 2025 at 12:40 PM
As 2025 draws to a close, our CEO Vanessa Wilson takes the opportunity to reflect on what has been a busy term for HE policy and make predictions on what's in store the sector in 2026 🔮
Find her piece on the website👇
www.unialliance.ac.uk/2025/12/16/r...
Find her piece on the website👇
www.unialliance.ac.uk/2025/12/16/r...
🚨 Bournemouth University rejoins University Alliance!
As a former and founding member, BU's return strengthens our mission to deliver innovative teaching, applied research & industry partnerships.
Welcome back, @bournemouthuni.bsky.social!
bit.ly/4j8iQSW
As a former and founding member, BU's return strengthens our mission to deliver innovative teaching, applied research & industry partnerships.
Welcome back, @bournemouthuni.bsky.social!
bit.ly/4j8iQSW
University Alliance welcomes back founding member Bournemouth University
Bournemouth University has officially become a member of University Alliance (UA), joining 17 other leading professional and technical universities across the UK.
As a former and founding member o...
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December 18, 2025 at 9:25 AM
🚨 Bournemouth University rejoins University Alliance!
As a former and founding member, BU's return strengthens our mission to deliver innovative teaching, applied research & industry partnerships.
Welcome back, @bournemouthuni.bsky.social!
bit.ly/4j8iQSW
As a former and founding member, BU's return strengthens our mission to deliver innovative teaching, applied research & industry partnerships.
Welcome back, @bournemouthuni.bsky.social!
bit.ly/4j8iQSW
We've published our response to OfS’ quality regulation proposals
✅ Ambition to reduce burdens
❌ Punitive sanctions linked to TEF ratings
❌ Introducing submission fees
Our full response 👉 bit.ly/3XQAxN2
✅ Ambition to reduce burdens
❌ Punitive sanctions linked to TEF ratings
❌ Introducing submission fees
Our full response 👉 bit.ly/3XQAxN2
December 12, 2025 at 3:16 PM
We've published our response to OfS’ quality regulation proposals
✅ Ambition to reduce burdens
❌ Punitive sanctions linked to TEF ratings
❌ Introducing submission fees
Our full response 👉 bit.ly/3XQAxN2
✅ Ambition to reduce burdens
❌ Punitive sanctions linked to TEF ratings
❌ Introducing submission fees
Our full response 👉 bit.ly/3XQAxN2
‘Much-needed clarity and a win for research environments’
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029 will resume following a three-month pause, with updated guidance now published.
Read our response: bit.ly/4s3GLqG
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029 will resume following a three-month pause, with updated guidance now published.
Read our response: bit.ly/4s3GLqG
‘Much-needed clarity and a win for research environments’ – University Alliance responds to REF 2029 updates
Vanessa Wilson, CEO of University Alliance, has responded to the REF 2029 updates following the three-month pause:
“Today’s announcement that the Research Excellence Framework 2029 will resume with...
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December 10, 2025 at 11:26 AM
‘Much-needed clarity and a win for research environments’
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029 will resume following a three-month pause, with updated guidance now published.
Read our response: bit.ly/4s3GLqG
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029 will resume following a three-month pause, with updated guidance now published.
Read our response: bit.ly/4s3GLqG
UA CEO Vanessa Wilson's post-budget comments on the International Student Levy feature in @thepienews.bsky.social 👇
thepienews.com/englands-int...
thepienews.com/englands-int...
England's international fee levy under fire after details revealed
Proposals for a £925-per-international-student levy at English universities have drawn ire from the international education sector.
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November 28, 2025 at 1:33 PM
UA CEO Vanessa Wilson's post-budget comments on the International Student Levy feature in @thepienews.bsky.social 👇
thepienews.com/englands-int...
thepienews.com/englands-int...
University Alliance responds to #Budget2025 👇
November 26, 2025 at 4:07 PM
University Alliance responds to #Budget2025 👇
ICYMI: for the #Autumnbudget2025, we've made three recommendations for HE:
1. A long-term sustainable funding settlement for higher education
2. Proportionate regulation for universities
3. Targeted investments, including in HEIF, LSF and L7 apprenticeships
Full submission 👇
tinyurl.com/59pbxz2r
1. A long-term sustainable funding settlement for higher education
2. Proportionate regulation for universities
3. Targeted investments, including in HEIF, LSF and L7 apprenticeships
Full submission 👇
tinyurl.com/59pbxz2r
November 24, 2025 at 12:34 PM
ICYMI: for the #Autumnbudget2025, we've made three recommendations for HE:
1. A long-term sustainable funding settlement for higher education
2. Proportionate regulation for universities
3. Targeted investments, including in HEIF, LSF and L7 apprenticeships
Full submission 👇
tinyurl.com/59pbxz2r
1. A long-term sustainable funding settlement for higher education
2. Proportionate regulation for universities
3. Targeted investments, including in HEIF, LSF and L7 apprenticeships
Full submission 👇
tinyurl.com/59pbxz2r
In today’s @timeshighered.bsky.social, University Alliance CEO Vanessa Wilson discusses the potential impact of a government levy on international student fees 👇
November 21, 2025 at 5:05 PM
In today’s @timeshighered.bsky.social, University Alliance CEO Vanessa Wilson discusses the potential impact of a government levy on international student fees 👇
Encouraging to see movement from @newsnmc.bsky.social on reducing placement hours for Nursing and Midwifery students.
We support this direction of travel: UA have long called for reduced emphasis on time served in favour of an outcomes and competency-based approach to nurse and midwife training.
We support this direction of travel: UA have long called for reduced emphasis on time served in favour of an outcomes and competency-based approach to nurse and midwife training.
We’re seeking Council approval to consult on proposed changes to our education standards, aiming to strengthen practice learning for nursing and midwifery students.
Learn more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...
Learn more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...
November 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Encouraging to see movement from @newsnmc.bsky.social on reducing placement hours for Nursing and Midwifery students.
We support this direction of travel: UA have long called for reduced emphasis on time served in favour of an outcomes and competency-based approach to nurse and midwife training.
We support this direction of travel: UA have long called for reduced emphasis on time served in favour of an outcomes and competency-based approach to nurse and midwife training.
UA has made its submission to the NHS 10-Year Workforce Plan call for evidence.
We’re calling for 4 enablers:
1️⃣ Universities to be embedded in workforce planning at every level
2️⃣ Stronger recruitment & retention
3️⃣ Regulatory reform
4️⃣ Clearer community roles & career pathways
bit.ly/4nT4ExD
We’re calling for 4 enablers:
1️⃣ Universities to be embedded in workforce planning at every level
2️⃣ Stronger recruitment & retention
3️⃣ Regulatory reform
4️⃣ Clearer community roles & career pathways
bit.ly/4nT4ExD
UA's submission to the 10-Year Workforce Plan call for evidence
University Alliance has submitted its response to the Department of Health and Social Care’s call for evidence on the 10-Year Workforce Plan.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:33 AM
UA has made its submission to the NHS 10-Year Workforce Plan call for evidence.
We’re calling for 4 enablers:
1️⃣ Universities to be embedded in workforce planning at every level
2️⃣ Stronger recruitment & retention
3️⃣ Regulatory reform
4️⃣ Clearer community roles & career pathways
bit.ly/4nT4ExD
We’re calling for 4 enablers:
1️⃣ Universities to be embedded in workforce planning at every level
2️⃣ Stronger recruitment & retention
3️⃣ Regulatory reform
4️⃣ Clearer community roles & career pathways
bit.ly/4nT4ExD
Huge congrats to #THEAwards winners @teessideuni.bsky.social, Michael Sweet at University of Derby and Jon Newton at @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social 👏
The support and inspiration you've given to students makes us proud to represent such life-changing universities🥂
The support and inspiration you've given to students makes us proud to represent such life-changing universities🥂
November 14, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Huge congrats to #THEAwards winners @teessideuni.bsky.social, Michael Sweet at University of Derby and Jon Newton at @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social 👏
The support and inspiration you've given to students makes us proud to represent such life-changing universities🥂
The support and inspiration you've given to students makes us proud to represent such life-changing universities🥂
With other health educators, we have written to the Health Secretary calling for education, training, and research to be embedded the heart of the NHS' 10 Year Workforce Plan.
Read our joint letter here bit.ly/4pe2Hx6
Read our joint letter here bit.ly/4pe2Hx6
Universities must be central to delivering 10 Year Workforce Plan, declare healthcare educators
University Alliance has joined forces with other organisations responsible for educating doctors, nurses and allied health professionals to urge the government to include education, training, and rese...
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November 14, 2025 at 9:30 AM
With other health educators, we have written to the Health Secretary calling for education, training, and research to be embedded the heart of the NHS' 10 Year Workforce Plan.
Read our joint letter here bit.ly/4pe2Hx6
Read our joint letter here bit.ly/4pe2Hx6
"Though recognition of the value of arts is positive, students and teachers need to be assured that they will see the benefits in practice."
One week from the Curriculum & Assessment review final report, the Creative Education Coalition reflect on its impact👇
tinyurl.com/4sxuwymr
One week from the Curriculum & Assessment review final report, the Creative Education Coalition reflect on its impact👇
tinyurl.com/4sxuwymr
November 12, 2025 at 1:40 PM
"Though recognition of the value of arts is positive, students and teachers need to be assured that they will see the benefits in practice."
One week from the Curriculum & Assessment review final report, the Creative Education Coalition reflect on its impact👇
tinyurl.com/4sxuwymr
One week from the Curriculum & Assessment review final report, the Creative Education Coalition reflect on its impact👇
tinyurl.com/4sxuwymr
📢 The Curriculum & Assessment Review is out!
Here’s a thread with UA’s key takeaways 👇
Here’s a thread with UA’s key takeaways 👇
November 5, 2025 at 5:50 PM
📢 The Curriculum & Assessment Review is out!
Here’s a thread with UA’s key takeaways 👇
Here’s a thread with UA’s key takeaways 👇
✍️ In our latest blog, Professor Laura Abbott writes about her impactful research into maternal care in prison, that helped inform landmark sentencing reform earlier this year.
🔗 bit.ly/435MAcb
@midwifeteacher.bsky.social
@herts.ac.uk
🔗 bit.ly/435MAcb
@midwifeteacher.bsky.social
@herts.ac.uk
October 30, 2025 at 10:33 AM
✍️ In our latest blog, Professor Laura Abbott writes about her impactful research into maternal care in prison, that helped inform landmark sentencing reform earlier this year.
🔗 bit.ly/435MAcb
@midwifeteacher.bsky.social
@herts.ac.uk
🔗 bit.ly/435MAcb
@midwifeteacher.bsky.social
@herts.ac.uk
Ahead of #autumnbudget2025, we're continuing to urge the Treasury to ensure regulatory burden on universities is proportionate - and to make cuts and simplify where possible.
Full budget submission on the website👇
tinyurl.com/59pbxz2r
Full budget submission on the website👇
tinyurl.com/59pbxz2r
October 29, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Ahead of #autumnbudget2025, we're continuing to urge the Treasury to ensure regulatory burden on universities is proportionate - and to make cuts and simplify where possible.
Full budget submission on the website👇
tinyurl.com/59pbxz2r
Full budget submission on the website👇
tinyurl.com/59pbxz2r
ICYMI: Read all about Coventry University's SET team and their Alliance Award-winning research in Rwanda, which demonstrates how solar tech can be utilised to ensure more equitable energy transitions.
#GlobalResearchImpact
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#GlobalResearchImpact
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Designing for Energy Transitions: Lessons from Solar E-Cooking in Rwanda
"Winning the Global Impact Award at this year's Alliance Awards for our Solar Energy Transitions (SET): Inclusive e-cooking in sub-Saharan Africa project was a genuine privilege, not least because of…
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October 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM
ICYMI: Read all about Coventry University's SET team and their Alliance Award-winning research in Rwanda, which demonstrates how solar tech can be utilised to ensure more equitable energy transitions.
#GlobalResearchImpact
buff.ly/iK0dLKe
#GlobalResearchImpact
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While we welcome the Post-16 Education and Skills white paper, and its policies to improve access and participation, boost university funding and diversify research and innovation - we have some concerns 👇
More here 👉 shorturl.at/i0FVB
More here 👉 shorturl.at/i0FVB
October 21, 2025 at 12:11 PM
While we welcome the Post-16 Education and Skills white paper, and its policies to improve access and participation, boost university funding and diversify research and innovation - we have some concerns 👇
More here 👉 shorturl.at/i0FVB
More here 👉 shorturl.at/i0FVB