UK re-joins Erasmus+ programme; Durham students react
Durham students are re-evaluating their options, following the Government’s announcement that the UK will be rejoining the Erasmus+ programme for 2027.
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Renters’ Rights Bill: what does it mean for students?
Palatinate outlines the new rules included in the Renters’ Rights Bill, explaining what they mean for Durham students.
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Tuition fees will rise with inflation and be tied to performance, announces Government
Tuition fees are set for another rise, and will now be tied to both inflation and university performance.
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Government to crack down on international students
The UK Home Office has confirmed policies that will force universities to crack down on international students, to prevent ‘back door’ asylum claims.
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Government to re-introduce student maintenance grants
The government has announced plans to re-introduce the student maintenance grant, which was abolished in 2016 in favour of maintenance loans. The grant will be available to those from deprived backgrounds on priority courses.
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North East councils owe over £4bn – Durham least indebted in region
A BBC report has found that local councils’ debts rose in the last financial year, both nationally and in the North East. County Durham saw an increase in money owed, but remains the least indebted in the region.
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“I can’t guarantee my scholarship, or even my life” Gazan student with Durham scholarship awaits evacuation
Omar Salah, a Gazan student awarded a Durham University scholarship, spoke to Palatinate about the daily struggle for survival in Gaza, and his hope to soon take up his place at Durham.
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Government levy could cost Durham University £9.8M
A proposed 6% government levy on fees received from international students could cost Durham University £9.8M.
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Record number of students set to attend University this year
A record number of students across the UK are set to attend university in 2025. The regional gap has widened this year, with the North East experiencing the lowest number of top A-Level results.
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Durham Chancellor co-authors Strategic Defence Review
The Strategic Defence Review 2025, co-authored by Durham Chancellor Fiona Hill, was published on Monday 2nd June.
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