39, and getting used to raised eyebrows

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A 39-year-old describes his reasons for selling his home and business in order to embark on a degree course so that he can become a teacher. A sense of apprehension is described, but also a feeling of excitement about what is to come.

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Select your cane, it's time for a good thrashing

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As universities kowtow to the government, trust and free speech fly out of the window. Universities are under pressure to retain students and lecturers are spoon-feeding students to ensure that get through to the next year.

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Lecturers encouraged to gain PhDs in Bournemouth's 'pedigree' drive

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Bournemouth University is encouraging lecturers to pursue doctorates as part of a four-year program to improve the institution's academic "pedigree".

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