Making admissions processes fair on Black students

How we can use alternative criteria and targeted outreach to promote fair access to higher education for Black students.

Although some progress has been made in widening participation, inclusion and social change in higher education, evidence suggests that inequality of access to university for socio-economically disadvantaged students remains a major policy challenge. In recent years, the conversation around equality has gained significant traction. As the UK strives for inclusivity, universities must critically examine their admissions policies and practices to foster genuine equality. Levelling the playing field is not merely an idealistic aspiration; it is a necessity if higher education institutions are to reflect the diversity of the societies they serve.