Building on a solid foundation

Article Abstract:

There has been extensive criticism of the standard of foundation courses in science and engineering recently. However, universities state that such courses are simply a response to the government's policy of increasing the number of students taking degrees in science-related subjects. These courses can also be attractive to applicants who have an engineering background but not the formal qualifications required to begin a full degree course. Failure rates can be high, but by the time of the final degree examinations, standards are almost the same as for students on a traditional degree course.

Curricula, Education, Curriculum

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Hypermarkets in cyberspace

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There are now more than 100 Internet service providers (ISPs) in the UK, with the market for a basic, dial-up connection having become extremely competitive. The large telecommunications companies have begun to take the Internet very seriously, and are now beginning to present a threat to smaller, specialist ISPs. Furthermore, new players are entering the market. These include supermarket chain Tesco, which has launched its own Internet service, mainly as a means of promoting electronic shopping.

Telegraph & other communications, Internet service providers

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Mining reserves of hope for a new life after coal

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County Durham established the East Durham Task Force in 1990 to help pit communities in the area. The task force aims to create 8,000 jobs in 10 years to regenerate the area. The port of Seaham was connected to the A19 and the colliery land was reclaimed. New industrial land was developed and derelict colliery buildings and colliery waste were cleared. The task force is also responsible for training, education and community development by improving facilities and environment.

Planning, Services, Employment, Unemployment, Industrial development, Industrialization, Durham, England (County), Mining districts

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