The University of Hong Kong (HKU) and the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) are now in the top 20 of the QS World University Rankings, a first for the city. CUHK notably jumped from 32nd to 18th, driven by improved employer reputation and research performance, making Hong Kong's higher education system the most improved in Asia for the second year.
England is proposing minimum grade requirements, like a GCSE English pass, for students to access government loans for higher education. This could block over 30,000 students annually, disproportionately affecting those from poorer or non-traditional backgrounds, and potentially harming universities reliant on such enrollments.
Staff at Goldsmiths, University of London, are on an indefinite strike due to a third round of restructuring aimed at saving £22 million through mass redundancies, putting over a fifth of the workforce at risk. This follows two previous restructuring programs that resulted in job losses and significant savings, the destination of which remains unclear.
Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan strongly criticized the Vice-Chancellors of Kerala, Mahatma Gandhi, and Malayalam universities for attending an event with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, calling their presence a "grave lapse" and demanding an apology.
Taiwan's National Yunlin University of Science and Technology (NFU), AGEM Co., Ltd., and India's CIT have signed an MOU to establish a "CIT Industry-Academia Cooperation Office" in Chennai, fostering collaboration in talent cultivation, R&D, and industry.
The Trump administration is moving from campus-specific investigations to rewriting federal rules governing higher education, targeting DEI policies, transgender athletes, and perceived anti-white discrimination. This shift follows judicial blocks on funding cuts and aims to influence 6,000 institutions.
Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil visited National Chengchi University (NCCU) in Taiwan, witnessing the opening of the 'NCCU Czech Classroom' and the signing of a strategic alliance agreement with Charles University. This expands cooperation beyond student exchange to include dual degrees and joint research.
Kazakhstan's Nazarbayev University sees opportunities as Western institutions face xenophobia and financial issues. A new joint computer science program with Hong Kong's PolyU is launching next year.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that the educational module 'Russian Language as a State Language' should become an integral part of the unified core of higher education in Russia. This initiative aims to strengthen the role and study of the Russian language within the national educational framework.
A new bill to regulate private higher education is set for debate in the French Senate on June 1st. The sector has seen massive growth since 2018, now serving nearly 800,000 students, with public aid increasing 500% since 2018.
France is set to examine a bill on June 1st at the Senate to regulate private higher education. The law aims to combat dubious practices, unrecognized diplomas, and high tuition fees by introducing stricter state validation for access to the Parcoursup platform and enhanced student rights.
The AP EAMCET 2026 provisional answer key and response sheet are available on the official APSCHE website. Candidates can raise objections until May 27, 2026, with a fee of Rs 300 per question. The final answer key and results are expected on June 1, 2026.
UK universities may cut hardship support and outreach for disadvantaged students due to severe funding issues. Over two-thirds of vice-chancellors are considering job cuts, with many also looking at mergers.
Ukrainian experts predict a difficult future for higher education due to a significant outflow of young people abroad. Universities may face closures or mergers as student numbers decline, with many high school classes already half-empty.
The 64th Higher Education Expo and the 2nd Forum on Building a Strong Education Nation opened in Nanchang, China. Over 1500 universities and 1000 companies are participating, focusing on technological self-reliance and the "last mile" of innovation transfer from labs to industry.
A growing number of Indian graduates are pursuing overseas education, with 70% planning to study abroad for better opportunities. However, most intend to return to India for employment, signaling a shift from 'brain drain' to 'brain circulation' and highlighting India's expanding job market.
Turkey has revoked the operating license of Istanbul Bilgi University, a private institution known for its liberal values, effective immediately. The decision, published in an official decree, cites insufficient educational standards, following the university's seizure by the state last year amid a criminal investigation into its parent company.
Harvard University faculty votes to limit A-grades to 20% of a class plus 4 students, starting in 2027, in a bid to curb grade inflation, with nearly 70% of votes in favor.
Mung Chiang, a former top scorer in Hong Kong public exams and the first Asian American to lead Northwestern University, will assume the presidency on July 1. The appointment comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the university's DEI policies and handling of anti-war protests.
Chinese engineer Peng Pai, who met Vladimir Putin as a child, hopes to build a friendship bridge between China and Russia. He studied in Moscow and will meet Putin during his state visit.
Indian higher education admissions are prioritizing relevance and future preparedness over legacy and rankings. Students and parents seek demonstrable curriculum quality, faculty readiness for AI, and employability, driving institutions to showcase modernization and measurable outcomes.
King’s College London (KCL) is set to merge with Cranfield University by 2027, citing complementary strengths to grow research output and improve global rankings, despite financial challenges faced by Cranfield, including an £8m deficit in 2024-25.
Michael Bloomberg's 2018 donation of $1.8 billion to Johns Hopkins University enabled need-blind admissions, removing financial barriers for talented students and revolutionizing higher education.
Parents are shifting their focus in higher education admissions from traditional rankings to an institution's future-readiness, driven by AI and industry evolution. Frameworks like ET AI-Ready help assess this preparedness.
