One of the problems with doing “data stuff” is finding the data. The data.ac.uk service seeks to simplify the discovery of data published across the UK Higher Education sector. While institutions variously submitting data to such a datastore is the goal, it’s also likely that proactive centralised curating will be vital, says Tony Hirst. And what about the status of such datasets and how they might link together? Read this thoughtful and link-rich blog.
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Events
5-6 October: AURIL conference, Bristol
This conference will explore how universities are using their global networks and partners to achieve more far-reaching knowledge exchange impacts and create new international business partnerships in other regions of the world.
10 October: Higher education conference and exhibition, London
This year’s event will tackle the challenges and opportunities that come with increased competition and choice in the sector off the back of momentous higher education reforms. Delegates will gain an exclusive introduction to the Office for Students, learn how to establish their institution as an international brand, debate the drive for digital in the sector and identify ways to enhance the student experience.