Opportunity, growth and partnership: a blueprint for change

Our blueprint sets out a package of reform to stabilise, mobilise and maximise the contribution of UK universities to economic growth and widening opportunity.

You can view a summary of the report here on our website, or download the report in full (pdf).

Introduction

In spring 2024, Universities UK began work on what would become our blueprint.
Expanding opportunity

For the UK to thrive, we need to deploy all the talent available to us.
More responsive and collaborative tertiary education

Educational and skills needs are rapidly changing with technological advances.
Generating local growth

Universities underpin growth through the skills they teach and knowledge they share.
A world-leading research and innovation system

The UK’s research and innovation system is at a crossroads.
Global reach, reputation and impact

International collaboration and engagement are vital to the success of UK universities.
Putting universities on firm financial footing

The financial sustainability of the university system is not a challenge that can be avoided.
Better regulation

We need a thriving higher education and research sector to enable people to reach their potential.
Broadening and improving how the impact of universities is assessed

Understanding and acknowledging what universities contribute, both to individuals and society, matters.
The UK higher education system in an international context

The purpose of this blueprint is to define the actions which universities themselves can take, alongside government.

Opportunity, growth and partnership: a blueprint for change

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