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The university system needs fundamental reform to survive, according to latest PA Consulting vice-chancellor survey
"Vice-chancellors are responding to the shifts in higher education and - while universities remain a resilient and vital sector - today's changed world demands new models of education. Universities are making tough choices, and a new era is emerging - one defined by pragmatism, innovation, and sector-led reform.
"We are seeing universities taking the right steps by getting their own houses in order. But to truly drive progress they now need a coherent policy and funding framework that supports innovation, enables collaboration, and aligns with the realities on the ground. With the right support, universities can continue to meet the evolving needs of students, communities, and the economy."
During the Spring of 2025, PA invited the heads of UK universities across England , Scotland , and Wales to complete an in-depth online questionnaire, with a range of questions covering their views on the changing HE environment. The survey received 40 responses to the online survey, which were supplemented by 20 follow-up interviews with vice-chancellors, conducted throughout May and June 2025 . Anonymised quotes, along with the general sentiment of interviewees, are featured throughout the report. The survey covered all types of institutions.
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