
The World of Higher Education is dedicated to exploring developments in higher education from a global perspective. Join host, Alex Usher of Higher Education Strategy Associates, as he speaks with new guests each week from different countries discussing developments in their regions. Produced by Tiffany MacLennan and Samantha Pufek.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 122 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Education | |||

Host Tiffany MacLennan speaks with Alex Usher for a mid-year review of the major trends shaping higher education around the world in 2026. Revisiting themes from HESA’s World of Higher Education Year in Review report, Usher reflects on the growing in... more
Host Alex Usher speaks with Javier Botero about the state of higher education in Colombia as the country heads into a pivotal presidential election. They explore the legacy of President Gustavo Petro, whose government has significantly increased publ... more
Host Alex Usher speaks with Gerard Postiglione, one of the leading experts on Chinese higher education, about the dramatic transformation of China’s university system over the past half-century. Drawing on his new book, Higher Education in China, Pos... more
Host Alex Usher speaks with Marcel Levi, President of the Dutch Research Council and chair of the Netherlands’ Knowledge Coalition, about how the country built one of the world’s most collaborative and knowledge-intensive research ecosystems. Levi ex... more
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This show surveys higher education across regions, highlighting policy shifts, governance, funding, and the changing role of universities in society. Conversations frequently center on national strategies, international collaborations, and the impact of politics and markets on access, quality, and innovation. A distinctive thread is deep-dive analysis from academics, policy researchers, and senior administrators who bring historical context, comparative perspectives, and practical implications for institutions and students alike. The format often blends rigorous scholarship with real-world implications, making it helpful for decision-makers tracking global trends, funders evaluating higher-ed investments, and professionals shaping strategy ... more
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4. James Waghorne
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