In 2023, the United Kingdom and Germany dominated higher education R&D expenditure in humanities and the arts at $2.39 billion and $2.32 billion, respectively. Italy and Spain showed significant growth with 0.53% and 2.11% increases respectively, whereas Poland surged with a 9.56% increase. Conversely, Portugal and Norway recorded declines at 1.55% and 2.19%. The highest cumulative annual growth rate over 5 years was in Estonia, showing a notable increase.
Future trends to watch include sustained investments and growth in Eastern Europe, with Romania and Latvia showing strong potential. Expect continued interest from Asian countries like South Korea and Taiwan, reflecting broader educational and cultural policy shifts.
Top countries in Higher Education Expenditure on R&D in Humanities and the Arts by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million US Dollars PPP = 2015 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 2,390 | 2023 | -0.2% | -0.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 2,320 | 2023 | +1% | +0.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 932.21 | 2023 | -0.71% | +0.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 817.23 | 2023 | +0.56% | +2.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 722.72 | 2023 | +7.98% | +9.56% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 507.43 | 2023 | +1.4% | +1.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 South Korea | 403.87 | 2023 | +0.25% | +1.54% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Russia | 233.04 | 2023 | +3.1% | +2.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 215.64 | 2023 | -0.59% | -1.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 166.93 | 2023 | -2.58% | -2.19% | View data |
