Sunday, May 27, 2012

Portugal is in the group of countries that more money cuts to Universities

Portugal is one of most European countries that cut in higher education following the economic crisis. The conclusion is a study of the European University Association, recently presented in Lisbon.
According to the document, Portugal joined the group of countries that have reduced funding by 20% and that also includes Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia and Spain.
According to the dean of the University of Lisbon, with the wage cuts, reduction in Portugal reached 45%, calling into question the functioning of many establishments and university autonomy.
Most countries cut 10% and some continued funding. In turn, Norway and Germany increased funding for higher education.

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