New report outlines double disadvantage barring fair access to top universities
- Widening gaps in attainment and unequal access to activities in and out of school have created a double disadvantage for young people from less affluent backgrounds
- Half of young people in state schools do not have access to work experience, yet this is used a third of the time to assess applications to universities
- Negative preconceptions and lack of awareness of the value of enrichment activity and work experience are hidden barriers for young people with limited social and cultural capital
Our report published in April 2024 has revealed a myriad of barriers stop talented young people from securing places at top universities, even if they achieve the required grades.
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