Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education

Aranka Varga; Kitti Vitéz; István Orsós; Bálint Fodor; Gergely Horváth

doi:10.17165/TP.2021.1-2.7

Authors

Aranka Varga University of Pécs
Kitti Vitéz University of Pécs
István Orsós University of Pécs
Bálint Fodor University of Pécs
Gergely Horváth University of Pécs

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17165/TP.2021.1-2.7

Abstract

Our study clarifies the concepts of inclusion and diversity based on domestic and international studies. We examine how diversity has become a feature of higher education, and the additional causes and consequences behind the focus of inclusivity. Our questionnaire study explored the extent to which the diverse group of students of the University of Pécs (N: 809) is involved in the university social and academic life, and whether those with social disadvantages show a difference in involvement. The results revealed that socially disadvantaged students are underrepresented in large university programmes, however, student colleges and other micro- communities are more able to address these students in a personal way and to provide an inclusive environment.

Author Biographies

Aranka Varga, University of Pécs

associate professor, director of Institute of Education
varga.aranka@pte.hu
Kitti Vitéz, University of Pécs

assistant teacher, PhD student
vitez.kitti@pte.hu
István Orsós, University of Pécs

student college member
orsos.istvan@pte.hu
Bálint Fodor, University of Pécs

assistant teacher, PhD student
fodor.balint@pte.hu
Gergely Horváth, University of Pécs

student college member
horvath.gergely@pte.hu

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