Do they deserve to be degrees?

Article Abstract:

Plans by the UK government to increase the number of university places, introduce top-up fees and relax the rules on which institutions can award degrees has resurrected a long-running debate over so-called "Mickey Mouse" courses. Many argue that the introduction of degrees in non-traditional subjects, such as surfing and hairdressing, demonstrates that universities are simply cashing in on the government's 50% participation target by offering courses with little academic credibility or intellectual content.

Organizational history, Analysis, Political aspects, Education, Company restructuring/company reorganization, Reorganization and restructuring, Degrees, Academic, Academic degrees, Educational standards, Company organization, Educational aspects

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Youth's hurdles recognised

Article Abstract:

Life and medical sciences research assessment panel academics have changed initial proposals rules for the RAE in an effort to encourage submissions of work from young academics. Final criteria recignise that fewer academic papers are likely to be submitted by junior researchers in universities.

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, Life Sciences

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