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Costs thwart broader access

Article Abstract:

A study carried out by the Universities and Colleges Admission Service concluded there remained a lack of students from unskilled backgrounds in higher education. It was also discovered fewer students from ethnic minorities were studying for HNDs. Some observers have suggested the introduction of maintenance fees for higher education may be linked with the decline in higher education students from these groups. Others point out poorer families may be loathe to take out large student loans to pay their fees whilst a number of students are changing to part time courses.

Social aspects, Universities and colleges, Schools

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Grants revive mature interest

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the incentive formed by mature students by the reintroduction of grants for full-time studying are discussed. Particular attention is given to the increase in number of applications for full-time studies from mature students following grants entitlement.

Subsidies

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Hardship worries after loan blunder

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the financial difficulties faced by students who have to borrow money in order to pay for University fees are discussed. Particular attention is given to the procedures and public relations policy of the Student Loans Company.

Management, Student loans

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