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By kiera.obrien, 9 December, 2024
In the age of AI, has long-form writing in higher education reached a dead end? Martin Compton and Claire Gordon discuss the unique aspects of the essay and introduce a manifesto to revitalise it
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6minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 9 December, 2024
Collaboration between community groups, local government and university students has improved bird nest survival rates exponentially as part of a broader biodiversity plan. Here is how one university is bringing native fauna back to campus
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 7 December, 2024
In preparing for their careers, students need skills to manage the demands that a changing world will place on their internal and external lives. These five stages aim to help them develop adaptability, resilience and psychological growth
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3minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 6 December, 2024
A creative introduction sparks engagement, builds rapport and creates an atmosphere conducive to learning. Here are ways to make a good first impression
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 6 December, 2024
Universities have a pivotal role to play in inspiring the next generation to find sustainable energy solutions, from uniting researchers with business to translating innovation into practice to growing the future workforce, writes Deborah Greaves
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4minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 5 December, 2024
How one institution is reducing energy consumption, developing low-carbon infrastructure and rethinking campus spaces to reach net zero
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5minutes