Quarterly Journal of Governance Knowledge

Quarterly Journal of Governance Knowledge

Policy Making and and Implementation of Spatial Planning in Higher Education: A Comparative Study of Iran, the United States, and the United Kingdom

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
Leila khosravi morad 1
unes romiani 2
1 Department of Educational Governance, Faculty of Governance, University of Tehran, Iran
2 Assistant Department of Futures Studies & Educational Governance, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
10.22034/jokog.2025.532673.1119
Abstract
The aim of this research is to conduct a comparative analysis of spatial planning in the higher education systems of Iran, the USA, and the UK, with a focus on key indicators of spatial planning. This qualitative study employs a comparative strategy that includes description, interpretation, juxtaposition, and comparison. The findings indicate that spatial planning in the educational systems of the studied countries is significantly influenced by cultural, economic, and political factors. While Iran faces challenges such as insufficient educational infrastructure and a lack of coordination among various institutions, the USA and the UK have successfully enhanced educational quality and responded to labor market needs through effective policymaking and comprehensive spatial planning programs. This research identifies the strengths and weaknesses of spatial planning in the aforementioned countries and provides recommendations for improving and developing higher education spatial planning in Iran. In particular, focusing on synergies among educational institutions and formulating strategic policies based on the successful experiences of developed countries can contribute to the enhancement of educational quality and sustainable development in Iran.
Keywords
Land use planning
higher education
Iran
United States
and United Kingdom
Subjects
Quarterly Journal of Governance Knowledge
Volume 3, Issue 8
Summer 2025