Archive - Richard Coward

The University of One

The future of higher education in the digital age

Oct 1

September 2026

The pathway to opportunity is through creation

There is a mistaken belief that opportunity is something that you are somehow given or that you apply for.

Sep 27

The Most Successful Person I Know

A few years ago I traveled with my grandparents around China and we visited the beautiful campus of Xiamen University.

Sep 23

Digital Economics applied to University Funding

For Global Admissions online platform I’ve had to make some pricing decisions.

Sep 21

The Value of Raw Ideas

I write not to write beautifully but to release, express and develop raw ideas.

Sep 19

Graduating to Higher Games

Player of games

Sep 19

This Matters Much More than We Realise

I feel inspired every time I walk past the Burj Khalifa.

Sep 13

Understanding and Resolving Our Economic Contradictions

Why our economic map is outdated

Sep 13

How to teach and how to hire for high-agency?

In children and in life

Sep 9

The Neuroscience of Running, Visualisation & Dopamine

Running is not only for your body but for your mind.

Sep 8

Dealignment or Realignment in Western Politics

After living in China and UAE I don’t get Western Politics.

Sep 2

August 2026

Why Britain Can’t Build - And How to Get it Building Again

After living in China and UAE, I feel a growing frustration.

Aug 31

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