Latest

In this section you will find all of our latest news, policy updates, insight blogs and publications, including our latest consultation responses and other policy papers.

Norland College granted university status

News

9 Jul 2026
Nominations open for IHE Awards 2026

News

3 Jul 2026

All latest

IHE CEO appointed to national access and participation group

Alex Proudfoot joins new Access and Participation Task and Finish Group, created by Government to help more students from disadvantaged backgrounds…

News

9 Nov 2025
IHE Awards 2025: shortlists announced

Congratulations to all our finalists following another record-breaking year for award entries…

News

6 Nov 2025
IHE responds to Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper

Read our response to the Government's Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper.

News

20 Oct 2025
Response to OfS consultation on new requirements for oversight of subcontractual arrangements

Read our response to the OfS consultation on new requirements for the oversight of subcontractual arrangements in English higher education.

Publications

3 Oct 2025
IHE Members shortlisted for Times Higher Education Awards 2025

IHE Members feature in the shortlists across three categories: Specialist Institution of the Year, Most Innovative Teacher of the Year, and…

News

23 Sep 2025
The IHE Survey 2025 is live

We invite independent providers of higher education to take part in the IHE Survey, which is open until Thursday 30 October 2025.

News

22 Sep 2025
Vacancies for students: IHE Student Advisory Board

Students from IHE member institutions are invited to apply to join our Student Advisory Board (SAB) - the only national forum dedicated to amplifying…

News

22 Sep 2025
Transforming teaching practice in independent providers

Falmouth University's online PGCHE offers an established route to enhance teaching quality and deliver lasting institutional value. Andy Peisley…

Andy Peisley, Falmouth University

Policy and Insights

10 Sep 2025
Corndel College London joins IHE

CCL is a new institution committed to addressing the UK's skills gaps through industry-aligned education.

News

3 Sep 2025
Independent academic advice: A strategic partnership for student success

As higher education increasingly embraces holistic, student-centered support models, institutions are recognising the value of collaborative…

Ollie Kasper-Hope, Alkhemy

Policy and Insights

26 Aug 2025
IHE vacancy: Policy and Engagement Manager

We have a fixed-term opportunity to join our team in a role that combines strategic policy work with hands-on member engagement.

News

21 Aug 2025
Nominations open for IHE Awards 2025

The IHE Awards are our annual celebration of excellence and innovation, recognising the achievements of our Members in key areas of higher education…

News

6 Aug 2025