A Compelling Case for Universities Gaudeamus Igitur - So Let us Rejoice

This book unapologetically celebrates the achievements of the University. Major drivers of enlightenment and powerhouses of the economy, universities have evolved and thrived for over a thousand years. The author recounts this exciting evolution, before turning to the major issues with which higher education is concerned today, broadly following the student journey from admission to graduation and beyond.

Professor Quintin McKellar is an academic of forty years’ standing, who has led the Moredun Research Institute, the Royal Veterinary College and the University of Hertfordshire. Having conferred degrees on more than 50,000 students and spoken to many of them, he cannot recall any who were disappointed by their experience of university.

1 Evolution and Revolution: History 2 British Universities: Development and Growth 3 Access and Equity: Entry 4 Illuminating Minds: Education 5 Beyond the Curriculum: The Experience 6 Earnings and Happiness: The Benefits 7 The Triumph of Discovery: Research 8 Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Business Engagement 9 A World of Learning: Internationalisation 10 How to Pay For it All: Funding 11 Decree or Support: Governance 12 After and Beyond: Employability, Alumni and Community 13 Splendid Institutions: Concluding Thoughts