A spatial economic perspective on higher education choices

John Cullinan, Brendan Halpin

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Abstract

This chapter considers the spatial economics of higher education participation in Ireland, focussing on a range of spatial factors that impact the choices of school leavers. It employs cluster analysis and innovative data visualisation techniques to identify and illustrate important school-to-higher-education transition patterns. It also utilises GIS techniques to identify the extent of inequalities in geographic accessibility to higher education. The implications of these inequalities for higher education participation decisions are discussed with reference to a number of recent Irish studies that have considered the spatial economics of higher education participation. Particular attention is paid to the current restructuring of the higher education system in Ireland and to the student maintenance grant system.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEconomic Insights on Higher Education Policy in Ireland
Subtitle of host publicationEvidence from a Public System
PublisherPalgrave Macmillan
Pages53-80
Number of pages28
ISBN (Electronic)9783319485539
ISBN (Print)9783319485522
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2017

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