The challenge ahead

Article Abstract:

Britain's universities have long been regarded as world leaders, but the undergraduate education system has been built on the understanding that the state would cover most of the associated costs. Changing attitudes towards higher education mean that it is no longer regarded as elitist but as a right for all. The transition from elite to mass education means that institutions will have to generate more funding, either from students or elsewhere, if they are to maintain their quality. The effect of poorly-funded universities will be a widening of the gap between those that succeed and those that fail, thus weakening the whole system.

Education policy, Higher education and state

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The report falls short

Article Abstract:

UK proposals to widen access to higher education by reforming admissions systems are unlikely to achieve much on their own. A survey of working class people suggests that the social and economic risks of higher education need to be reduced to attract more people from this group to university.

Students, Demographic aspects, College admissions

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Fail at social inclusion and win more money

Article Abstract:

The UK government has pledged extra funding for higher education, but not all institutions will benefit in real terms. The government's aim is social inclusion, but its higher education policy focuses on elite institutions.

Social policy, Federal aid to higher education, Government aid to higher education

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