Högskolepodden is hosted by Oliver Rosengren, Member of Parliament (M) and member of the Education Committee. Oliver talks about his background, time studying and views on the role of higher education in society. He gives his view on the need for reforms in the student financial aid system and professional education, where he advocates a greater focus on work-life relevance and questions the role of independent work in certain vocational education. The conversation also touches on issues of academic freedom, the funding and independence of student unions, and the connection between higher education and Sweden's economic development.
Available where podcasts are available, including Spotify.
Program host: Rasmus Lindstedt.