Studying The Transition from Single-Discipline Institutions to Multidisciplinary, Clustered Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)
Abstract
Higher education institutions (HEIs) worldwide are transitioning from single-discipline models toward multidisciplinary, clustered structures to enhance innovation, employability, and research productivity. In India, the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) strongly endorses this transition, aiming to reduce fragmentation and create holistic, comprehensive universities. This paper analyzes global literature, presents comparative statistics, evaluates institutional transitions, and examines the benefits and challenges of multidisciplinary clustering. Findings indicate that multidisciplinary HEIs demonstrate 35–60% higher research output, 28% improved student employability, and significantly stronger industry collaboration than single-discipline institutions. Policy implications emphasize institutional restructuring, curriculum integration, and investment in faculty development.
Keywords
Higher education Institutions (HEIs), NEP 2020, curriculum integration, multidisciplinary HEIs.
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IRE Journals:
Dr. Nirupa Gadapa "Studying The Transition from Single-Discipline Institutions to Multidisciplinary, Clustered Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 6 2025 Page 1027-1034
IEEE:
Dr. Nirupa Gadapa
"Studying The Transition from Single-Discipline Institutions to Multidisciplinary, Clustered Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(6)
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