Tag #University Mergers

What is the impact of the increased enrollment of UK students in elite universities on the overall higher education landscape?

Elite UK universities enrolled 41% of 18-year-old UK students this year, up from 40% last year and 37% in 2023, leaving fewer students for lower-ranked institutions. This disproportionate share, mainly from the Russell Group, was driven by a decrease in international students and a rise in top A-level grades. Experts predict mergers among lower-ranked universities due to financial unsustainability.