"The university opposes both the philosophy and practical consequences of top-up fees, " the joint statement added.

BBC: Students

He also wrote extensively about almost everything else: history, diplomacy, French literature, German literature (in this case, on the lack of it), religion, philosophy and the practical arts of government (in which he himself excelled).

ECONOMIST: Historical biography

So, having been baffled by the theory and philosophy behind museums, stadiums and skyscrapers, he opts for a practical approach to end this month's investigation.

CNN: A Quest to build