Centre for Global Higher Education - AN ESRC & HEFCE INVESTMENT

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This document outlines the structure and content requirements for a Policy Briefing template associated with the Centre for Global Higher Education, an investment by ESRC & HEFCE. The template specifies sections for a title, authors/affiliation, key recommendations/executive summary (200-300 words), problem definition (up to 1000 words), analysis of the issue (up to 1000 words), summary of findings and recommendations (up to 1000 words), conclusion/imperative for change (500 words), and references/sources. The document is designed to guide the creation of policy briefs that are well-structured, comprehensive, and effectively communicate research findings and actionable recommendations to relevant stakeholders in higher education. It emphasizes a clear articulation of the issue, robust analysis, and a compelling call for change, all within a defined word count for each section to ensure conciseness and impact. The overall goal is to facilitate evidence-based policymaking and contribute to the advancement of global higher education discourse and practice through impactful policy briefs.

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Title of Policy Briefing

Authors/Affiliation

Key recommendations and executive summary

What is the issue/problem?

Analysis of the issue/problem

Summary of findings and recommendations

Conclusion / imperative for change

References/sources

FAQs

What is the purpose of this document?

This document serves as a template for creating policy briefs for the Centre for Global Higher Education, an initiative supported by ESRC & HEFCE. It provides a structured framework for presenting research findings and policy recommendations.

What are the required sections for a policy brief according to this template?

The template requires sections for a title, authors/affiliation, executive summary, problem definition, analysis, summary of findings and recommendations, conclusion, and references.

What is the word count guidance for each section of the policy brief?

The template provides specific word count recommendations for each section, ranging from 200-300 words for the executive summary to up to 1000 words for the problem analysis and summary of findings, and 500 words for the conclusion.

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