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Statistical Volume: higher education statistics for the UK


This Statistical Volume is published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) in consultation with statisticians in BIS and the Devolved Administrations.

This publication presents an overview of all aspects of Higher Education in the UK and contains data for England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the UK. It draws together data on students, staff, institutional finance, applicants via UCAS, graduates and graduate destinations, student support and international comparisons.

The latest release relates to academic year 2009/10 and was published on 22 September 2011.

A HESA press release is available, announcing publication and highlighting some of the key points. Copies of the volume can be purchased from HESA via their website.