University of the Western Cape
Project Title
For a research study of African higher education policymakers and practices
Date
Sep. 13, 2018
Duration
80 months
Description
Over the past decade, African higher education has undergone significant changes due to increased societal demand for equitable access to higher education. Several recently adopted, African-led continental and national policy frameworks, including the African Union Continental Education Strategy for Africa, aim to guide the sector’s expansion. At the same time, non-state actors with diverse agendas play a significant role in influencing government decision-making and higher education budget allocation. With Corporation support, the proposed research project will advance understanding of African higher education policy reform by providing a landscape analysis of key influencers, actors, and processes, along with a report and policy brief. The intent will be to guide Corporation and stakeholder investments in African higher education policy reform.
Project Title
As a one-time grant for doctoral and postdoctoral training in higher education studies
Date
Sep. 08, 2016
Duration
72 months
Description
As African higher education enrollment expands at an average annual rate of 7.7 percent among leading universities, institutions require sophisticated data and analysis to ensure effective decision-making. African governments, regulatory agencies, civil society, communities and global ranking systems are increasingly demanding more accountability and transparency. University of the Western Cape (UWC) aims to build research capacity in African higher education studies to equip the expanding sector with academic leaders and policymakers who practice evidence-based decision-making. With the aim of contributing to a center of excellence in African higher education, UWC is seeking funding to support a doctoral and postdoctoral training program comprising ten candidates in higher education studies for the African continent.