IT Brief UK - Technology news for CIOs & IT decision-makers

Higher education stories - Page 3

University campus building glowing computer servers digital infrastructure it support

University of Melbourne saves on IT costs with Rimini support deal

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
#
higher education
The University of Melbourne cuts IT costs and avoids forced upgrades by adopting Rimini Street support for its customised Oracle ERP systems, boosting digital services.
Worried uk graduates in gowns standing before closed office doors with robotic arm handling paperwork

UK students fear AI redundancy as entry roles shrink by 30%

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
#
higher education
A survey finds 80% of UK students fear AI could cause job losses, amid a 30% drop in entry-level roles and rising student debt averaging GBP £53,000.
Modern college classroom technology enabled flexible learning spaces

Kramer AV over IP transforms teaching flexibility at John Abbott

Mon, 21st Jul 2025
#
higher education
John Abbott College in Quebec boosts teaching flexibility and capacity with Kramer's AV over IP, enabling adaptable, networked classrooms without major construction.
Business professionals handshake uk council office ai technology network growth

ICS.AI secures £6.3m contract & reports 127% revenue rise

Fri, 18th Jul 2025
#
higher education
ICS.AI wins £6.3m contract with Cheshire East Council and reports 127% revenue growth, boosting plans to expand UK public sector AI services.
John abbott college   herzberg pavillion

Kramer AV upgrade boosts flexible learning at John Abbott College

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
#
higher education
John Abbott College in Quebec has upgraded classrooms with Kramer AV over IP tech, enhancing flexible teaching amid rising student numbers and space limits.
Cloud data streams sydney skyline local storage privacy illustration

Datadog launches Sydney AWS region to boost local compliance

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
#
higher education
Datadog launches full platform on AWS Sydney Region, enabling Australian firms to meet strict local data privacy and compliance rules in cloud usage.
Australian university students computers collaborative learning campus common area

Australian universities adopt free CPP software to support students

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
#
higher education
Nine Australian universities have adopted free software by TechnologyOne to manage the federal AUD $331.65 weekly payment supporting students in unpaid placements.
Students teachers collaborating around computer ai education feedback

Turnitin launches Clarity to boost academic integrity with AI

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
#
higher education
Turnitin launches Clarity to enhance academic integrity and guide responsible AI use in education with a new integrated writing and feedback platform.
Dr

Dr John Flackett awarded honorary doctorate for AI impact

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
#
higher education
Dr John Flackett received an honorary Doctor of Science from Southampton Solent University for three decades of pioneering work in artificial intelligence education and research.
Worried young british adults looking at empty office desks robotic arm job automation

Gen Z fears AI threats to jobs as UK entry-level roles decline

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
#
higher education
Nearly a third of UK entry-level jobs have vanished since 2022, as 80% of Gen Z fear AI may endanger their future career prospects.
Uk university buildings data streams analytic charts modern tech campus

Alteryx & Evisions expand partnership to boost university data

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
#
higher education
Alteryx and Evisions have expanded their partnership, launching Accelerators to enhance data analytics and decision-making in UK universities.
Modern smart building digital sensor nodes data flow city skyline

Siemens & Microsoft boost building IoT data with open standards

Tue, 8th Jul 2025
#
higher education
Siemens and Microsoft collaborate to integrate Building X with Azure IoT using open standards, enhancing smart building data access and cutting integration time by 80%.
Uk university classroom teacher using laptop ai icons learning technology education

Empowering educators in an AI world

Tue, 8th Jul 2025
#
higher education
Over 60% of UK educators use AI to personalise learning and streamline tasks, with universities supporting them to lead creatively in the AI-driven future.
Ps   crispin bloomfield   headshot

ICS.AI names Dr Crispin Bloomfield to lead UK education AI

Mon, 7th Jul 2025
#
higher education
ICS.AI appoints Dr Crispin Bloomfield to lead UK education AI, aiming to enhance student engagement and operational efficiency across institutions.
Black canadian students university campus holding books modern academic building

CIBC & TELUS launch $2 million bursary for Black students

Fri, 4th Jul 2025
#
higher education
CIBC and TELUS have launched a $2 million bursary supporting up to 500 Black students in Canada with education and career development resources.
Job interview modern uk office tech skills laptop employers british elements

UK tech employers shift hiring focus from universities to skills

Tue, 1st Jul 2025
#
higher education
UK tech firms are shifting hiring from prestigious universities to focusing on graduates' practical skills to fill growing technical and soft skill gaps.
Modern office financial analysts digital data charts graphs sydney skyline asset management australia

UniSuper selects BNP Paribas for data solution managing AUD $149bn

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
#
higher education
UniSuper has appointed BNP Paribas to deliver its Data PRISM360 solution, enhancing data management for AUD $149bn across 650,000 members in Australia.
Chris burgess cti ceo

Chris Burgess appointed CEO as CTI Digital targets UK expansion

Tue, 17th Jun 2025
#
higher education
Chris Burgess has been named CEO of CTI Digital, leading its UK expansion with a focus on AI, VR, and AR to enhance digital transformation services.
Ps   nureva

Nureva unveils HDX pro audio series for large hybrid spaces

Sat, 14th Jun 2025
#
higher education
Nureva launches its HDX pro audio series for large hybrid spaces, offering adaptive voice lift and AI integration for seamless conferencing and assistive listening.
Modern illustration nz researchers collaborating high tech lab ai cybersecurity software engineering digital tech

Unitec launches Doctor of Computing for advanced research

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
#
higher education
Unitec has launched a Doctor of Computing programme, offering advanced research opportunities for skilled professionals in AI, cybersecurity, and more.