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Thanks to the CDBU and to HEPI for the invitation to attend and take part in today’s discussion. My speech today has been titled ‘A graduate contribution model’. Of course, for UK graduates not from Scotland, I’m sure they would make the point that they very much do contribute through…
The UK leads globally in equipping graduates with future-ready skills but must innovate further to maintain its competitive edge.
The UK can address its medical workforce crisis by partnering with European universities, creating accessible pathways for aspiring doctors.
UK universities must improve clarity and empathy in addressing part-time postgraduate learners’ practical needs and timetabling challenges.
Regional inequalities in higher education persist, with FSM learner progression improving yet widening gaps between regions and non-FSM learners.
University 4.0 reimagines higher education as a driver of inclusive innovation and socioeconomic impact through collaboration and place-based transformation.
Digital transformation in universities demands a balance between immediate improvements and long-term goals, driven by aligned leadership and strategic choices.
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement raises crucial questions about affordability, social mobility, and clarity for universities and prospective students.
Will Bridget Phillipson cut the sector’s autonomy in 2025? The sector has traded away its self-determination for years, so the answer must be yes … unless we rethink autonomy as a tool for engagement.
A National Learning Framework could unify UK education levels, enhancing transitions, employability, and inclusivity for all learners.