Chapter one provides background andcontext for these policy notes. It includes information onthe history of Higher and Tertiary Education (HTEs),learning structures, the economy, relevant legal frameworks,and the general education sector. Chapter two deals withquality assurance: the structures of administration, legalframework, monitoring Commissions, internal and externalquality assurance, policies, accreditation and participants.Chapter three highlights issues of academic Relevance toeconomic, social and national development. It reviews theGovernment of Sierra Leone (GOSL) priorities, the labormarket, skills and competencies and employment status andopportunities for Higher and Tertiary Education Institution,or HTI graduates. The chapter further explores the supply ofprograms and courses while identifying gaps in offerings.Recommendations are provided. Chapter Four provides insightinto the Cost and Financing of HTIs. The report highlightsthe financing of institutions, public financing,subventions, scholarships and projected demand for HTE andassociated costs. Policy recommendations are provided ineach chapter, and summarized here.