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Responding to UCAS figures on Qualifications Scotland results day

Today, Tuesday 4 August, UCAS published figures on Qualifications Scotland results day highlighting that university remains a valued and attractive choice for students, with demand for a degree place continuing to grow.

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Universal Partners celebrates the contribution universities make to Scotland’s four national priorities, thanks to the strength of their partnerships across the public, private and third sector.
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New appointments to Universities Scotland’s Executive Group and Committee Conveners

Universities Scotland is delighted to confirm two changes to our Executive Group and wider Committee Convenerships, coinciding with the new academic year. Martin Boyle, Principal of the Open University in Scotland has been appointed Vice Convener, to serve a two-year term, supporting Professor James Miller in the role of Convener and Professor Sue Rigby of…

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Strong sector performance on widen access to university

The Scottish Funding Council (SFC) has today published its report on Widening Access 2024/25. The report showcases the fantastic news that the first-time degree entrants to university from Scottish domiciled backgrounds has increased, illustrating that universities are making steady progress to the 2030 Commissioner for Widening Access targets. Commenting on the report, Claire McPherson, Director…

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