Finian McGrath
Ceist:74 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will respond to correspondence (details supplied) regarding the internationalisation of Irish higher education. [38650/11]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 6 December 2011
Ceisteanna (74)
Freagraí scríofa
The correspondence to which the Deputy refers raises concerns regarding the specific approach to internationalisation taken by a number of named higher education institutions, and with the international education strategy itself. Both the national strategy and the internationalisation policies of the institutions concerned have my support and confidence. No evidence is presented in the correspondence which would cause me to change that position. If the correspondent wishes to write to the international section of my Department setting out precisely what is the basis of his concern, and what his suggestions are for "a more effective course of action", I will ensure that appropriate consideration is given to his views.