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A guide to arts and culture opportunities in Mainland China

A practical guide to China’s fast-changing cultural landscape, offering insights, case studies and recommendations for UK artists and organisations.

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Investigating the washback potential of an English speaking test in the Japanese university entrance exam context

This Assessment Research Grant report is a hypothetical qualitative study investigating the potential introduction of the BCT-S, a university entrance speaking assessment, in Japan.

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Equality, diversity and inclusion: Different varieties of accents in Aptis English listening tests

This Assessment Research Grant study examines the impact of English accent varieties on test-takers' performance in Aptis listening tasks and their attitudes towards EDI in language testing.

Next Generation Kazakhstan

Next Generation Kazakhstan provides an understanding of young people’s perceptions, aspirations, priorities and key needs in Kazakhstan today.

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Alumni Voices 2025: UK Graduates, Global Influence

Round 2 of the Alumni Voices study concluded in 2025. Find out the key findings and read the report.

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Leading inclusion and belonging in schools

Education systems across the globe are grappling with how to build schools where every child feels they belong.

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Language Trends England 2025

Language Trends England 2025 surveyed teachers at more than 1,000 primary, secondary and independent schools to provide an up-to-date picture of language education in England.

Higher education gender analysis: access to employability and entrepreneurship opportunities

The study carried out a contextualised analysis of the difficulties and challenges faced by students in Sub-Saharan African universities.

Mauritian Creative Ecosystem

This research explores Mauritius’ vibrant cultural and creative industries (CCIs), deeply rooted in its rich historical and cultural diversity.

Digital Cultural Heritage: Imagination, innovation and opportunity

An in-depth analysis of Digital Cultural Heritage, deep dives into nine technologies, cutting-edge case studies and recommendations for the future of heritage protection.