Category Archives: money

How real is the graduate earning premium?

As we approach summer, there will soon be another group of graduates looking for jobs.  Soon after, another set of students will hit campuses around the country for their Fresher year.  Two very different starts, full of very different hopes … Continue reading

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Russell Group on HE fees and funding

The Russell Group has today released its first submission to the Independent Review of Higher Education Funding.  Student leaders are outraged that the report suggests an increase in debt repayment rates, lower repayment thresholds for graduates, and a real interest … Continue reading

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#voteforstudents – More than just a hashtag

Earlier today from 12.00, the Twitter hashtag #voteforstudents started trending worldwide. #voteforstudents became the second most popular topic tweeted in the UK  within minutes. And for good reason too. The Vote For Students website, set up by NUS (National Union … Continue reading

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No More Fees Please

A new study into the future of HE funding is calling for tuition fees to rise above £5,000 a year. The report by Policy Exchange, More Fees Please?, states: “It is clear that if the cap is set at £5,000 … Continue reading

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29 More Money Matters: Spending, Saving, Working, Living

I’m sure many of you are eagerly awaiting the next loan instalment to land in your bank account.  Hopefully you’re not still awaiting the first instalment after the student loans fiasco. Now seems a good time to post another set … Continue reading

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