Progression to Post-16 and Higher Education in Inner South Leeds
Headlined by Secretary of State, Hilary Benn MP, the University hosted an event on 4 December to share the findings of the progression to post 16 and higher education research project. Funded by the Higher Education Funding Council for England the conference explored the views and experiences of young people, parents and teachers in relation to understanding and knowledge of educational progression and opportunities. In an inner city area, characterised by social and economic disadvantage, the research makes some surprising and insightful findings which challenge pervading stereotypes.
The views and experiences of three young people from inner South Leeds are captured in this video. These students successfully progressed to higher education and contributed to the report. The key findings from the report are presented by Lead Researcher Dr Paul Sharp.
The research findings will be followed by a series of practical recommendations which aim to ensure that all young people in the area, who have potential to benefit from higher education, are given the opportunity to do so. The findings relate to Inner South Leeds but are readily transferable to other areas of the city, region or country.
If you would like more information about this research or if you would like a paper version of the report, please contact Jenny Irvine on j.irvine@adm.leeds.ac.uk or telephone 0113 3437654