Universities, Politicians and Bureaucrats

Explore the intricate relationship between higher education and governance in Universities, Politicians and Bureaucrats by Hans Daalder, published by Cambridge University Press in 2010. This insightful paperback edition spans 520 pages and offers a comprehensive collection of studies by experts from various Western European countries.

Originally published in 1982, this work investigates pivotal legislation impacting universities while revealing trends of government control over higher education. Beginning with the wave of student agitation in 1968, the contributing authors trace the evolution of higher education, offering invaluable perspectives on its contemporary challenges and changes.

Ideal for educators, policymakers, and anyone interested in the dynamics of higher education, Daalder's book serves as an essential resource that stimulates thought and discussion about the future of universities in the context of political and bureaucratic influence.