I. Definition:

The structure of higher education refers to the internal composition of the higher education system, that is, the constituent elements (subsystems) of the higher education system and their associated combination States, and it is a system composed of multi-level and multi-category substructures (or substructures).

Second, the structure introduction:

The structure of higher education refers to the connection mode and proportional relationship between various components in the higher education system. It is a multi-dimensional and multi-level complex comprehensive structure, which can be roughly divided into macro-structure and micro-structure.

Macro higher education structure mainly includes: hierarchical structure, discipline structure, formal structure, energy level structure, regional structure (i.e. layout), management system structure, etc.

Micro-higher education structure mainly includes: discipline structure, curriculum structure, teaching material structure, team structure, knowledge structure of all kinds of personnel, etc.

Third, the structural nature of higher education:

Refers to the relationship with external factors such as economic and social development, involving the mutual relationship and interaction between various elements of higher education. Refers to the combination of various elements within higher education institutions. Specific morphological level, morphological structure, energy level structure, discipline structure, regional structure, management system structure, etc.