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The UAG's role was to provide independent advice on the effectiveness of the university system, as well as its challenges and opportunities.
Its final report was published in September 2025.
Government response#
The UAG’s interim report was delivered in September 2024 and its final report was delivered in April 2025.
The Minister for Universities, Hon Dr Shane Reti has considered the UAG’s advice. It has informed the Tertiary Education Strategy 2025 and other actions.
The following documents have been released relating to the UAG’s advice and the Government’s response.
UAG terms of reference and reports#
Download the terms of reference for the UAG, interim report and final report.
University Advisory Group – Terms of referenceUniversity Advisory Group – Interim reportUniversity Advisory Group – Final reportCabinet paper#
Strengthening the university systemReport#
16 February 2024 – Higher Education Funding and University System Advisory GroupOIA responses#
Official Information Act request 1327797 ResponseOfficial Information Act request 1327797 Appendix AOfficial Information Act request 1333318 ResponseOfficial Information Act request 1333318 Appendix AOfficial Information Act Request 1337081 ResponseThe Science System Advisory Group#
At the same time as the UAG was established, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment convened the Science System Advisory Group (SSAG). This was set up to provide advice on strengthening the science, innovation and technology system.
See more information on the SSAG below.
Science System Advisory Group – Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
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