IHE members

Independent higher education: State of the sector 2026

We invite your institution to take part in our survey of independent higher education providers across the UK, which is open until Friday 9 October…

News

19 Aug 2026
New IHE report calls for targeted reforms to strengthen industry partnerships and drive growth

New evidence shows specialist higher education providers are already delivering for employers, but systemic barriers and regulatory instability are…

News

10 Aug 2026
Building a skilled economy: How IHE Members partner with industry

This report is the first major output from the IHE Industry and Skills Project. Its findings demonstrate how independent providers of higher…

Hannah Atkins, IHE

Publications

10 Aug 2026
From principle to practice: Applying UJS guidance in small and specialist institutions

This blog draws on insights from IHE Member Leo Baeck College and is intended to help institutions think practically about how to engage with the…

Policy and Insights

29 Jul 2026
Norland College granted university status

IHE Member celebrates becoming the world's first university dedicated to early childhood education.

News

9 Jul 2026
Nominations open for IHE Awards 2026

Nominations are now open for the IHE Awards, celebrating innovation, excellence and outstanding practice across our community.

News

3 Jul 2026
Academy of Live Technology granted New Degree Awarding Powers

A major milestone for IHE Member and the future of live tech education.

News

8 Jun 2026
Norland celebrate sixth win at the WUSCAs

IHE Member Norland College named top in the ‘Small or Specialist’ category at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs) 2026.

News

4 Jun 2026
NYU London joins IHE

New York University’s global academic centre in London offers immersive UK learning experiences to students from around the world.

News

6 May 2026
Wilkes Academy of Performing Arts joins IHE

Specialist performing arts college training the next generation of triple threat performers.

News

28 Apr 2026