Student Complaints "Mishandled"
Some universities in England and Wales have sub-standard complaints procedures for students, the ombudsman has found.
The OIA - Office of the Independent Adjudicator - dealt with 350 complaints in 2005, upholding more than a third.
Most centred on academic appeals, assessments and grades. One student won an exam resit because staff absences meant seminars had not been held.
He also got £300 compensation. The total amount awarded to students during the year exceeded £260,000
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Student Debt Soars to Record Level
University education is rapidly becoming unfeasible for many hopefuls, due to the levels of debt associated with gaining a degree.
Push, which investigates the cost of university education around the country, has found that those who started university last year will owe approximately £17,500 when they leave. Those readying themselves for a start date in September or October are likely to graduate with debts above £20,000, according the new study........
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Student Loans Explained
A student loan is an easy, low-interest way to fund your studies, but the application and repayment process can be daunting if you haven’t looked into your options........
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What financial support is available?
There’s lots of financial support on offer when you go into uni or college.
Going into higher education could be one of the most valuable things you ever do, setting you up for a greater choice of jobs, and a good chance of better pay.........
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More Students Staying at Home
University has traditionally been seen as an opportunity for young people to expose themselves to some of the realities of independent living, but new research suggests that increasing numbers are staying at home with their parents......
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