1. Higher Education and Research in Finland and the Vision of Future Reijo Aholainen Senior Ministerial Adviser Ministry of Education and Science Department of Higher Education and Science Policy

2. Finnish Higher Education, Research and Science
Expenditure on tertiary education institutions is 1,8% of GDP (incl. R&D activities)
Finnish Higher Education, Research and Science
Binary Higher Education System
23 Universities
of Applied Sciences
BA, MA, RTI
students
14 Universities Ba Ma
Doctoral Training
Scientific Research
Students
Finland’s R&D expenditure
~ 3% of GDP
12 Research Institutes
Population
5.4 million
University Hospitals
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3. Towards a More Dynamic Higher Education and Research Sector
Higher education reforms
University reform 2009
Universities of Applied Sciences Reform
Structural development of HEIs
Reform of science and research network
Reform of State Research Institutes and research funding
Academy of Finland
Strengthening of the research infrastructure
Other developments
Encouraging funding models
Strengthening international cooperation
Open science
Structural reform of VET
Other political decisions related to macro-economic balance
Dia 8 GOAL: more dynamic HE and research system
We have new legislation guaranteeing the institutions more autonomy, new funding models, enhanced cooperation between out higher education institutions and research performing organisations, we aim to be the most developed open science country by All these initiatives aim for quality, attractiveness and renewal of our higher education and research environments. For a small, but rather advanced country as Finland all these are crucial for the well-being of the society and for the economic growth. Talented and skilled people are the core of the society. This is why also today’s dialogue between two esteemed professors is more topical than before.

4. Universities’ Core Funding
Impact
Quality
Internationalisation
Education
39 %
Master’s Degrees 13%
Master’s Degrees of Foreign Nationals
Bachelor’s Degrees 6%
Open University Credits
Top Students 10%
Student Mobility
Student Feedback
Employed Graduates
Research
33 %
PhD Degrees 9%
International Teaching and Research Staff
Scientific publications 13%
Competed Research Funding 9%
Other Policy Considerations
28 %
Strategic Development 12%
Field-specific Funding 9%
National responsibilities 7%
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5. Performance Agreements
Common objectives of the Higher Education Goals are defined in dialogue with Higher Education Institutions
Both common objectives for all Higher Education Institutions
And agreed specific objectives for each each institution
Each Higher Education Institution has its own mission, profile and strengths
Objectives of the number degrees
Funding allocated up to agreed degree targets (in UAS: bachelors degrees, in Universities: masters and PhD’s degrees)
Funding in a lump sum
Mainly based on achieved outputs (core funding, over 80%)
Additional funding for national and future oriented strategic tasks
Reporting obligation
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6. Education and Learning, Knowledge, Science and Technology
Vision of Higher Education and Research 2030
Education and Learning,
Knowledge,
Science and Technology
for the Benefit of People
and Society

7. Global trends and factors of change
Global transformation
of work
Knowledge, research and networking at the core when resolving global challenges
Competition for best talents
will become global and higher education will cross borders
Digitalisation, artificial intelligence and increasing use of robots are changing education, research and institutions
Research, innovation and learning will become open and involve working together
Better quality,
productivity
and effectiveness
Erosion of Finnish
knowledge base

8. Proposal for Finland: Finland 100+
Enabling Steering, Resources and Structures
Education and Learning, Knowledge , Science and Technology for the Benefit of People and Society
Innovative Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences

9. In 2030 …
Education and Learning, Knowledge , Science and Technology for the Benefit of People and Society
Over 50% of all young people complete a higher education degree
Development of higher education and expertise in different life situations
4% of GDP allocated to research and development: new creative power of science, sustainable growth, more wellbeing

10. In 2030 … Innovative Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences
More pre-emptive and able to react
Strong internationally attractive knowledge clusters
Actively involved in the world’s most interesting networks
Open, international and globally responsible
Robust RDI activities and versatile higher education as engines for change in the economic structure and society
The world’s most competent labour force brings a competitive edge and promotes wellbeing
Ethical and socially responsible

11. In 2030 …
Enabling Steering, Resources and Structures Creativity, dynamics and potential for action! Open science, open innovation utilise big data and international research infrastructures Knowledge creators and producers working together with beneficiaries

12. 2030 Education Outlook
The whole population’s knowledge capital will have grown. Higher education available for everyone.
At least 50% of young adults (25 to 34-year olds) will have completed a HE degree.
Flexible and personalised study paths and degrees will enable lifelong learning in different life situations.
Digitalisation and openness will renew teaching, learning, research and innovation activities as well as HEIs and will open up new channels for effectiveness.
The world’s best learning and study environments. A student-oriented approach will have been adopted in developing education.

13. 2030 Research Outlook
Robust research and development investments. Public and private investment in R&D activities will have been raised to 4% of GDP.
International collaborative efforts by higher education institutions in frontrunner networks will bring greater quality to the institutions and boost Finland’s attractiveness.
Internationally attractive research and innovation centres that bring together different actors will have been created in Finland.
Ideas will have turned into products and services.

14. Road map
To help implement the vision, a road map and development programmes in support of it will be drawn up.
The road map will be prepared in cooperation with the higher education institutions and other stakeholders.
Implementation discussions with Higher Education Institutions and Research Agencies started in the joint management seminar on 28 – 29 November 2017.

15. Research and Innovation Council
advises the Government and Ministries in matters concerning research, technology, innovation and their utilisation and evaluation. 
responsible for the strategic development and coordination of Finnish science and technology policy as well as of the national innovation system as a whole.
chaired by the Prime Minister, with the Minister of Education and the Minister of Economic Affairs as Vice-Chairs. In addition to the ministers, the Council has five other members appointed by the Government.
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16. Public Funding of Research and Innovation
Ministry of Education and Culture
Ministry of Employment and Economy
Other Ministries
Academy of
Finland
TEKES
SITRA
UAS
Univer-sities
Research Institutes
Firms
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17. Research and Innovation Council Vision 2030
ENSURING the knowledge base
MAKING Strategic
choices
Higher competence level, matching skill needs
Effectiveness and consolidation of RDI resources
Cross-sectoral RDI and education
Education, sharing and meaningful ness as Finland’s strengths
DEVELOPMENT of knowledge
platforms and Growth ecosystems
Public administration as enabler
Knowledge platforms accelerate new solutions
Innovation partnerships and ecosystems renew the economy
Data and AI as drivers of the platform economy
Internationalisation as the requirement
of quality and effectiveness
More attractive Finland
Habit of mobility
Making FINLAND
the most attractive and competent environment for experiment and innovation in 2030
Finnish actors take their place in global networks

18. Policies on promoting internationality in Finnish Higher Education and Research
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19. Thank you!