There is no doubt that steps had to be taken to crack down on the number of illegal immigrants signing on for courses at bogus colleges in the UK. Largely through the work of the UK Border Agency, this problem seems all but eradicated, with a number of dubious colleges now closing.

Britain's reputation as home to one of the world's thriving higher education sectors is under threat after a university was stripped of its right to admit foreigners, critics have said.

The increase in tuition fees has made private universities a more popular option

Two universities are negotiating deals to outsource their services to private companies, in what could be a new model for higher education.

Swansea Metropolitan University (formerly Swansea Institute of Higher Education)

Leeds City College

The Manchester College

With tuition costs set to rocket, one college hopes to boost recruits by giving them more for their cash

One in 20 police officers is carrying out roles that could be fulfilled by civilians, wasting almost £150 million a year, a think-tank said today.

Out of America: Battered by computer games, the internet and the slump, US comic books are seeking a new generation of readers

A bursary set up in the great actor's name leads the way in helping young talent

Police officers who carried out a raid on the home of Smiley Culture, in which the reggae star died, will not face disciplinary action from the police watchdog.

This week, sports fans are aiming for the far side of the world for the Rugby World Cup – but the host nation has plenty to offer away from the pitch.

More than 100 students have held a kiss-in in the Chilean capital Santiago as part of a peaceful protest demanding education reforms.