Higher and advanced education fostering creativity
News Article: The Value of Creative Higher and Further Education
A panel of Industry Champions gathered on July 16, 2019, to discuss the recruitment of talent from post-18 Higher and Further Education, an issue of significant importance in the creative industries. The meeting, chaired by Caroline Julian, Director of Policy and Programmes at the Creative Industries Federation, aimed to explore the reality of the situation within various sectors and identify areas where change was needed.
The discussion was prompted by the report titled "Insights from Industry Champions: The Value of Creative Higher and Further Education", published by the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (PEC). The report, authored by Eliza Easton, Founder of Erskine Analysis and previously Deputy Director at the Creative PEC, focuses on the importance and impact of creative education at the higher and further education levels.
The report emphasizes the value of creative skills and knowledge gained from educational institutions. Creative education contributes essential skills such as innovation, critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability, which are highly prized across various sectors. The creative sectors significantly contribute to the economy and cultural development, and education in these areas supports a skilled workforce that drives innovation and growth.
The report also highlights the gap between educational outcomes and industry needs, advocating for closer collaboration between educational institutions and creative employers. Work placements, apprenticeships, and real-world projects embedded in curricula are suggested to enhance graduate employability.
In addition to the panel discussion, the PEC conducted research on various topics related to Education, Skills, Talent, Internationalisation, Arts, Culture and Heritage, Geography of the Creative Industries, and International, Trade, and Immigration. Some of the policy briefs produced include "Television production, international trade and pressures to consolidate", "Three ways to support growth in the creative industries", "Audiences and Workforce in Arts Culture and Heritage", and "Transitioning to Sustainable Production across the UK Theatre Sector".
The outcomes of the panel and additional research from the PEC were intended to be fed into both Gavin Williamson MP's ministerial team and the Office for Students (OfS). Policy Commissions may use the report to inform their reviews and recommendations about how education policies support creative industries, potentially advocating for reforms or additional funding for creative education.
The Department for Education (DfE) could integrate the findings into strategic plans and funding priorities, reinforcing the importance of creative subjects in higher and further education. This may influence curriculum frameworks, quality assurance standards, and support for vocational pathways related to creative industries.
All-Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs) focused on creative industries, education, and skills might leverage the insights to promote parliamentary debates, inquiries, and policy proposals. They could champion awareness and support for creative education as a critical area for national growth and innovation.
In summary, the report underscores the critical role of creative education in fostering talent for the creative economy and encourages policymakers to prioritize support and collaboration between education providers and industry to ensure future growth and competitiveness.
- The creative industries are seeking to recruit talent from post-18 Higher and Further Education, as discussed by a panel of Industry Champions.
- Caroline Julian, Director of Policy and Programmes at the Creative Industries Federation, chaired the meeting focused on the value of creative Higher and Further Education.
- The report "Insights from Industry Champions: The Value of Creative Higher and Further Education," published by the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (PEC), emphasizes the importance of creative skills and knowledge.
- Creative education contributes skills such as innovation, critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability that are highly valued across various sectors.
- The report advocates for closer collaboration between educational institutions and creative employers, suggesting work placements, apprenticeships, and real-world projects embedded in curricula.
- The PEC conducted additional research on various topics, including Education, Skills, Talent, Internationalisation, Arts, Culture, and Heritage, among others.
- Some policy briefs produced by the PEC include "Television production, international trade, and pressures to consolidate" and "Three ways to support growth in the creative industries."
- The outcomes of the panel and additional research from the PEC could be fed into Gavin Williamson MP's ministerial team and the Office for Students (OfS).
- Policy Commissions might use the report to inform their reviews and recommendations about how education policies support creative industries, potentially advocating for reforms or additional funding for creative education.
- The Department for Education (DfE) could integrate the findings into strategic plans and funding priorities, reinforcing the importance of creative subjects in higher and further education.
- All-Party Parliamentary Groups focused on creative industries, education, and skills might leverage the insights to promote parliamentary debates, inquiries, and policy proposals, championing awareness and support for creative education.
