Protecting UK science and research
The new Prime Minister should have the ambition to boost the UK’s impressive place as a world leader in research and innovation.
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The Russell Group represents 24 leading UK universities which are committed to maintaining the very best research, an outstanding teaching and learning experience and unrivalled links with business and the public sector
Latest news & policy statements
Why we need QR funding
As the 'invisible force' holding up UK research, Stephanie Smith explains the delicate infrastructure beneath research budgets.
12 June 2019
Post-18 funding review published
Russell Group statement on publication of the post-18 review panel’s report.
30 May 2019
Clarity on EU student fee status
Having clarity over their fee status in 2020/21 will be welcome news to EU students.
28 May 2019
Importance of subject choice
Informed Choices allows pupils of all backgrounds to explore their options carefully and make well-informed subject choices.
23 May 2019
Policy
We ensure policy development across a wide range of higher education issues is underpinned by a robust evidence base. This work currently spans six main areas:
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Research
Our universities are global leaders in research, but it is vital they receive sufficient funding and support
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Education
A high-quality, research-led education requires proper funding at both undergraduate and postgraduate level
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Access and inclusion
The under-representation of talented students from certain backgrounds has deep-rooted causes which we cannot solve alone
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Economy
Collaboration with business is a key part of the work of our universities but Government could foster more innovation
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EU & International
Our universities are global businesses competing for staff, students and funding with the best in the world
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Regulation
Autonomy is crucial to the success of our universities – they will not flourish if they are over-regulated
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For students
Russell Group universities provide undergraduate and postgraduate students with outstanding opportunities to learn, develop, and realise their full potential in a research-intensive environment.
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For business
Businesses, charities and other organisations can access our universities’ world-class research, expertise and facilities to raise their performance and competitiveness.
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