How UK Universities Can Reposition Themselves for Lifelong Learning

UK universities are well placed to play a central role in lifelong learning alongside their established degree and postgraduate provision. Growing policy momentum behind lifelong learning, including the Lifelong Learning Entitlement, is accelerating demand for flexible, skills-focused study.

This white paper brings together practical ideas and real-world examples to show how universities are responding to this shift.

“Talent is distributed throughout society, but opportunity is not. Part of the responsibility of a university is to build routes to opportunity for everyone, because we need diversity of experience, creativity and innovation in our talent pipeline.” Professor Amanda Broderick, Vice-Chancellor and President, University of East London.

Drawing on insights from university leaders, this white paper explores strategies for building a resilient, skills-first model which meets the needs of learners, employers, and industry.

White Paper Contents

What you’ll find inside this white paper for University Leaders and Vice-Chancellors:

• Why universities are central to the skills shift
• How universities can prepare for lifelong learning
• Skills development for different life stages
• Collaboration with education and industry partners
• Curriculum design for the real world
• Infrastructure to support lifelong learning