Merging with another university isn't easy. But some universities have taken this path recently to help make sure they would be fit for the future.

In the last year, universities have been facing difficult financial circumstances. This has meant looking at new solutions and ways of working together, from smaller partnerships and initiatives to more radical options.

In this episode of The future of higher education today, our panel of experts share their reflections on what makes a successful merger, including overcoming unforeseen challenges, stakeholder management and lessons learnt.

This is the beginning of a four-episode series in collaboration with Advance HE. It focuses on governing and leading change and transformation in the higher education sector.