Education Research, Data & Statistics

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used to support the development and updating of vocational education and training (VET) curricula and qualifications.

The report Developing Vocational Education and Training with Artificial Intelligence examines how artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to transform the development of curricula, qualifications and occupational standards in vocational education and training (VET).

Young people today interact in a range of digital environments – from browsing the Internet and playing video games, to connecting with their peers on social media platforms.

Researchers have developed an AI tool that may help doctors better understand how high blood pressure damages different organs in different people.

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is delighted to announce that Professor Helen Margetts OBE FBA FAcSS has been appointed as Professor of Political Science and Public Policy in the Department of Government and Director of the Data Science Institute (DSI).

Why is the government celebrating 1,900 fewer teachers?

The DfE says it has recruited 4,654 new teachers towards it election pledge target of 6,500. But the latest workforce data shows 1,900 fewer teachers this year. Daniel Kebede scrutinises the government’s claim.

This briefing brings together national evidence on young people's awareness and understanding of apprenticeships and technical education pathways, alongside data on schools' delivery of encounters in line with Provider Access Legislation (PAL) and the wider factors that...

Many barriers still prevent adults from taking part in upskilling and reskilling, even when training opportunities exist.

The latest Applicant Index from Unite Students and HEPI reveals just how much expectations of university life have changed.

A survey of over 4,000 members of the National Education Union, conducted by Deltapoll, has found a damning assessment of the performance of Labour after two years in office.

Researchers have run the first experiment on a new HiLUX laser system at STFC's Central Laser Facility.

A look back at the last week in education, a peek at what's coming up, plus lots of other bits and...

BBSRC invests £10 million in 21 new Fellows as part of its ongoing commitment to develop the next generation of independent research leaders across the UK.

Fears over ‘polishing’ of REF statements spark audit calls

Narrative format of environment statements may encourage institutions to ‘stretch the truth’ with misrepresentations ‘hard to prove’, experts fear.

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The paths to enrichment

18 June 2026

Especially for pupils in Years 6, 11 and 13, the school year in England ends with a crescendo of formal testing.

Labour markets across OECD countries are undergoing rapid transformation, widening the gap between the skills employers need and those that formal education systems alone can provide.

Artificial Intelligence is increasingly embedded in digital life, often invisibly shaping real-world outcomes.

Informal learning is a central yet often overlooked pillar of lifelong learning.

Across the OECD and the EU, young people in cities face particular challenges in accessing quality jobs, affordable and adequate housing, essential services, and urban amenities.

Performance metrics are meant to improve universities. But when metrics become targets, they can start to reshape the behaviours they are supposed to measure.

Five principles for the effective use of AI in vocational education and training development

Developing vocational education and training with artificial intelligence

Growing up in the social media age

AI tool reveals hidden organ damage caused by high blood pressure

LSE appoints Professor Helen Margetts to set up new Global Institute for Technology and Society

Why is the government celebrating 1,900 fewer teachers?

Supporting young people to understand and take up apprenticeships and technical pathways

Helping adults overcome barriers to training

New HEPI and Unite Students Report ‘Unite Students Applicant Index’

The Government fails in new polls of teachers and support staff, and Labour’s own members

New laser system delivers first experiment

Weekly Round Up - 19/06/2026

BBSRC invests in 21 new Fellows

Fears over ‘polishing’ of REF statements spark audit calls

The paths to enrichment

A skills‑first labour market

Empowering learners for the age of AI: An AI literacy framework for primary and secondary education

Giving informal learning the recognition it deserves

Advancing inclusive growth in cities for youth

When university metrics backfire: what REF, TEF and NSS can learn from academic gaming behaviours