Introduction to the Second Edition.- Part 1: Themes, Concepts and Methods. 1. Comparison and Theories; I. Bleiklie, M. Kogan.- Part 2: History, Policy and Structure. 2. Higher Education Policies: Historical Overview; M. Bauer, M. Kogan. 3. Policy Regimes and Policy Making; I. Bleiklie. 4. The State and Higher Education; M. Kogan, S. Marton. 5. Higher Education Institutions; B. Askling, M. Henkel.-Part 3: Academics in a Context of Policy and System...