Our Convener, Professor James Miller, Principal of @uniwestscotland.bsky.social has written a blog for @hepi-news.bsky.social discussing the Future Framework and other aspects of higher education and the link between HE and the Scottish Parliament. Read below⬇️ www.hepi.ac.uk/2026/03/11/s...

Our Vice-Convener Sir Paul Grice, Principal of @qmuniversity.bsky.social has written a blog for @hepi-news.bsky.social, discussing the importance of the upcoming Scottish election for higher education. Read the full blog below⬇️ www.hepi.ac.uk/2026/03/10/s...

It’s Scottish apprenticeship week & we are big fans of graduate apprenticeships in higher education. They are one models of earn-and-learn provision at university. BUT, more could be done to bring new graduate apprenticeships to market. #ScotAppWeek26

Scottish Labour leader @anassarwar.bsky.social supports the Future Framework for Universities, understanding the need for a successful and sustainable university sector. Read more about the Framework on our website⬇️ universities-scotland.ac.uk/future-frame...

Last week we were at the #ScotLab26 conference where we spoke to MSPs, MPs and candidates about the Future Framework and why it is so important to look at successful and sustainable universities for the next 20 years. Read more⬇️ universities-scotland.ac.uk/future-frame...

This sobering SPICe report warns without structural reform to our higher education sector there is a long-term & irreversible decline in university capacity, economic impact, and global reputation. digitalpublications.parliament.scot/ResearchBrie...

Universities Scotland Director Claire McPherson spoke to @wonkhe.bsky.social's Policy Radar on all things Future Framework and Scottish elections yesterday. Subscribers will have the recording in their inbox or you can find out more online: wonkhe.com/subscription...

"We have to look, not only to the next 5 years, but the next 20 years so we can reassure ourselves that what is a very internationally respected and significant sector... not only carry on but thrive.” Prof Penny Macbeth details why the Framework must look at the next 20 years.

Our Director Claire McPherson shares her reason why the Future Framework is important for Scotland's universities - to secure an agile, adaptable and thriving university sector.

We're at the @scottories.bsky.social conference where MSPs are proudly supporting the Future Framework, helping ensure Scotland's universities remain sustainable and successful. Read more⬇️ www.universities-scotland.ac.uk/future-frame... #SSC26

Important pre-election analysis today from @fraserofallander.org: Core Post-16 education funding cut by 15% in real terms over this Parliament, with 17% cuts to unis and 8% cut to colleges. (1/2) fraserofallander.org/publications... @unistrathclyde.bsky.social

"we do need to continue to invest in infrastructure, in technology and most importantly, in people – our greatest asset" @AlastairMacColl of @ThinkUHI discusses the importance of investment in unis to ensure they are able to thrive.

🗣️Speaking about the future framework, Sandy Begbie says; "...important that this review is carried out at pace but also ensures that our university sector is financially sustainable for the long term”, highlighting the need for the framework to deliver future success for unis

We are delighted to share news of the 15-person strong team behind the Future Framework to secure the future of Scotland's universities. Professor Emerita Andrea Nolan and Neil Rennick, DG Civil Service, Co-Chair the Steering Group for us, reflecting the joint ownership...

Today was the final meeting of this Parliament of the Colleges and Universities CPG, chaired for the last 15 years by our excellent Convener Liz Smith MSP. It has been a joy to work alongside you Liz and an excellent conversation today on reassociation to Erasmus.

🆕📑We have launched our manifesto ahead of the Scottish Parliament 2026 election, urging all political parties to support universities and the Framework for Sustainable and Successful Universities. 🔎Read our manifesto on our website⬇️ tinyurl.com/7kdhdm4p

Welcome news for the HE sector today with the confirmation by the UK government of our return to Erasmus+. You can read our response on our website: www.universities-scotland.ac.uk/erasmus/

Later this afternoon the Scottish Parliament will consider the Education, Children and Young People committee report on Widening Access to higher education. Some of the report's key recommendations echo our own calls, including a unique learner number and targeted support for WA.

We welcome the Scottish Government's announcement of the Offshore Wind Priorities and Action Plan, reinforcing the essential role universities play in delivering the skills needed for Scotland’s energy transition. Read more below⬇️ www.gov.scot/news/scotlan...

Hello Bluesky! 👋 We’re excited to join the conversation. Follow along for updates, insights and opportunities across international higher education. 🌍🎓

🎉Congratulations to Professor Mairi Watson who will take on the role of Principal at @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social on 1 February! Look forward to working with you in this new role.

🥳Congratulations to Professor Edwards who will take on the role of Principal at @uniofaberdeen.bsky.social from 1 November! We look forward to continuing to work with you within your new role.

Today @heriotwattuni.bsky.social hosted a memorial in celebration of the life of Sir Geoff Palmer, former Chancellor of the University and renowned scientist and humanitarian. The memorial reflected on the life, work and legacy of Sir Geoff who inspired so many & will be sorely missed by all

Great to meet new HE and FE Minister @benmacpherson.bsky.social and to hear of his support of Minister Dey's ambition for graduate apprenticeships in the TET Bill. The Bill's transfer of powers will allow for greater agility for skills & growth. Read more⬇️ tinyurl.com/2vy5ek5n

🆕Scotland's first national innovation week is here! This week is a celebration of Scotland’s world-leading innovation, of which universities are key players. Find out more about what's going on this week below⬇️ innovationweek.campaign.gov.scot

🌟How a partnership between 5 Scottish unis is helping to remove barriers for med-tech ideas to reach patients. See more: loom.ly/b-SiLqo #DegreesOfImpact @dundee.ac.uk @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social @uofglasgow.bsky.social @robertgordonuni.bsky.social @heriotwattuni.bsky.social @uniscot.bsky.social

🆕📅Scotland's National Innovation week is almost here, starting on Monday 22 September! During Innovation week, we'll be sharing some key facts about innovation at Scotland's universities, stay tuned...

A warm welcome to our new member, Professor Stephen McArthur who today takes on the Principal role at @unistrathclyde.bsky.social 👏. We look forward to working with you in your new role.

🆕📚A record number of Scottish young people have secured a place at university‼️Very welcome news on SQA results day. Read more on our website⬇️ www.universities-scotland.ac.uk/sqa25/

Good luck to all students receiving exam results on Tuesday! 🤞 If you have questions about your funding application, SAAS can help advise. ⬇️Book a place on their free Exam Results drop in session www.tickettailor.com/events/stude...

‼️Today, Professor James Miller, Principal of @uniwestscotland.bsky.social officially becomes our Convener!🎉 We are looking forward to working closely with Professor Miller over the next two years. Read more on our website⬇️ www.universities-scotland.ac.uk/convener25/

📰🆕The heads of Scotland's five medical schools have co-authored a piece highlighting the quiet crisis facing clinical research in Scotland. You can read the full piece below on our website⬇️ www.universities-scotland.ac.uk/clinicalacad...

🆕📰Prosper has launched a policy blueprint focused on unlocking growth. Some recommendations include setting up a review of HE funding and committing to 10-year funding for research & development and support innovation. Read the full blueprint⤵️ universities-scotland.ac.uk/scotblueprint/

🚨‼️Students, don't forget to apply for your student funding through SAAS by 30 June to guarantee you receive your funding in time for your course starting‼️

✍️ Today we have published two documents to help learners applying to university in Scotland: a Guarantee of Fairness and Support for Disabled Applicants guide. www.universities-scotland.ac.uk/publications...

Today we were at the Scottish Parliament for the Colleges and Universities Cross-Party Group where we heard from Francesca Osowska, Chief Executive of the @scotfundcouncil.bsky.social. A fantastic and insightful presentation and discussion from members👏

We'd like to thank Susan Stewart who retires as Director of @ouscotland.bsky.social this week for all your hard work over the last 9 years for the sector and for Universities Scotland! It has been a pleasure to work with you within your roles at US and OUiS, we wish you all the best for the future!

🆕📢Today we are delighted to announce that Professor James Miller, Principal at @uniwestscotland.bsky.social has been elected as our next Convener, taking up the role from 1 August 2025. Read more on our website⬇️ universities-scotland.ac.uk/convener25/

🆕This week the Interface Online Knowledge Exchange Awards took place where institutions all across Scotland won awards for their fantastic work in net zero, social enterprise and many other categories. This is a fantastic achievement for our members, congrats to all!🎉

🆕New data on university students out today for academic year 2023/24 confirms the fall in international numbers as experienced by universities across Scotland and the UK, falling by 9,380 compared to 2022/23. (1/4)

🙌Brilliant news from Abertay University being ranked as the top International School for video game design. A very well deserved achievement! Read more on this on Abertay's website⬇️ www.abertay.ac.uk/news/2025/ab...

🆕Today we held our breakfast reception for Scottish MPs to discuss the role of Scottish universities across a wide range of UK wide policy areas

Thanks to @graemedey.bsky.social and @kaukabstewart.bsky.social who met with international students from @edinburghnapier.bsky.social yesterday on their experience studying and living in Scotland, navigating student visas into the UK and their hopes to work in Scotland after graduation.

Join us this Saturday morning at the @scottishlabour.bsky.social Conference where we will be discussing the essential role universities play in the provision of high-level education, skills, and experience to support our existing and next generation workforce.

🆕🤝Earlier this week, we took our first delegation to Brussels where we met with a wide range of European partners and reinforced our commitment to working together on shared priorities between Scotland and Europe.

Great to see so many Scottish universities shortlisted for the 2025 Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards across a wide range of categories! 👇read more below to find out more about those shortlisted interface-online.org.uk/news/scottis...

Unexpected & welcome news! £5.8m to help unis in the teachers pension & NHS schemes meet costs. This reverses the 24/25 cut as employer contributions went ⬆️ from 23% to 26% - with moderns worst affected. Great to see resource go back in. 🤞it's baselined. shorturl.at/mIuAQ

🆕Have your say on what’s needed to build on Scotland's economic prosperity through @prosperscot.bsky.social's Blueprint survey live now. It’s 5 quick questions ⬇️ prosper.scot/innovation/p...

Our 2025 programme is open for applications! We’re on the lookout for 100 future founders from across Scotland's #universities ready to transform their research & innovation into impactful #businesses. Apply now to unlock the right skills, tools & connections to make it happen convergechallenge.com

We are pleased to see the Education, Children and Young People committee at Holyrood will be running a short inquiry into Widening Access to Higher Education, one of our key asks from last years #40Faces campaign. We welcome the opportunity to give evidence next month.