What are the problems facing Scottish universities?

Inside a week of crisis at Dundee University

The week culminated in further Scottish Government support after a political backlash to plans to cut 632 jobs at the struggling university.

Gilruth stands firm on free tuition amid warning university might 'go to the wall'

Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth insists free tuition will remain despite warnings that a Scottish university could "go to the wall."…

Challenges Facing The UK Higher Education Sector 2025

Imagine choosing between buying textbooks or groceries as a student. For many in the UK, this isn’t hypothetical—it’s reality. The UK higher education sector, once a global gold standard, now grapples with unprecedented challenges. Did you know EU student enrollment fell by 12% in 2024 alone as Brexit reshapes opportunities? Rising tuition, staff strikes, and mental health crises add layers of strain, leaving students and institutions at a cross…