The state of higher education in 2024

As the year closes, I often take time to think about the events of the year. Sometimes these reflections can be very personal. Other times, like this post, they focus on my observations of UK higher education. This year has been marked by a complex landscape of financial pressures, job insecurity, the changing government, and evolving policies. Here’s a brief look at 2024: Financial challenges The financial stability of universities has been a concern for several years. For 2024 it came to a head with the focus of a hoped for / expected change in government, the continued impact of a... [Read more...]