The number of higher education researchers in the UK is projected to grow steadily over the next five years. From 2023's FTE baseline, the figures progress from 2024's 180.17k to 185.42k by 2028. The year-on-year growth rate is expected to average 0.85% over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increasing demand for academic research amid technological advancements.
- Potential government policy changes influencing higher education funding.
- Impact of international collaborations post-Brexit on researcher numbers.
