Another big jump in applications for some of Britain's top universities and courses - with an even bigger surge in interest from overseas students over last year - was revealed yesterday by the first figures for university entry for next year.

The 1st October 2009 saw the launch of a new partnership between The Open University in Scotland (OU) and Dumfries and Galloway College. Guests of the college and the OU including staff and OU students gathered to witness the signing of a partnership agreement that will give local people access to a comprehensive package of learning facilities and study options.

Lord mandelson has set out a major modernisation of England's degree system, where all universities should consider accepting lower grades from students who show potential despite a poor home life or unambitious schooling. 

The framework, Higher Ambitions – the Future of Universities in a Knowledge Economy, forms a 10-year strategy for universities.

This report provides summary enrolment and outcome information for students studying at Edinburgh Napier University who prior to enrolling were studying at college.  The significance of college students and the relationship with colleges is of vital importance for the university.  

Almost two-thirds of Scottish school-leavers are now going to university of college – the highest ever level.

As the recession bites, official figures released yesterday showed the proportion going straight into a job fell from nearly one-quarter to one-fifth.