This article explores how Queen’s University Belfast supports current care experienced students, as well as how we use outreach to raise aspirations from an early age.

The article explores learnings from the University of Leeds’ Plus Programme’s over a challenging few years, outlining how higher education institutions can deliver student-led, impactful student success activities for underrepresented cohorts.

Student panellists discuss a co-creation initiative at the University of Southampton which works towards tacking the awarding gap for black students.

In this exclusive webinar for HE Professional members on 19 March, we will delve into the transformative power of inclusive university-led initiatives, with a spotlight on the “Global Gatherings” programme at the University of Wolverhampton.

Technology is not a simple fix for complex societal needs, but it can enable institutions to evaluate the impact of widening participation initiatives, and can go on to support disadvantaged students once they are through the front door.

Jon Datta explores the need for dedicated professionalisation programmes in Widening Participation in Higher Education and the need for a dedicated careers strategy.

Neil Fowler offers his three and half top tips for those writing their APP based on experiences of Wave One.

Can a conversation with a virtual assistant enhance access to study? There’s potential for this to benefit students and staff.

The University of Leeds carried out a cross-institutional research study to find out if subverting traditional student and leadership roles could contribute to cultural change.

A study exploring the important ways that context shapes targeting approaches in access and participation.

MMU is addressing the racialised awarding gap through The Collective, a group of students, academics and professional services staff working towards racial equity.

Becca Kirk explores how WP practitioners can support WP students throughout the student lifecycle and help facilitate positive graduate outcomes.

Widening Participation is associated with aspiration and attainment-raising with school pupils. But what if you left school with few qualifications thirty years ago?

The University of Leeds is reducing gaps in inequality by offering a package of support to students through a network of interconnected programmes from application to graduation.

The University of Oxford shares learning around the ‘supporting’ role of universities in school-university partnerships focused on raising attainment.

We should allow ourselves time to celebrate the success of higher level Apprenticeships. They are a brilliant UK Invention.

Dr Lauren Bellaera reflects on the key topics and issues currently being discussed in Widening Participation.

An in-depth look at Edge Hill's Student Advisory Panels.

Practical, effective solutions for widening participation practitioners seeking to build successful school partnerships.