UUK Chief Executive, Vivienne Stern MBE, has responded to this year’s A Level results day in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Congratulations to all the students receiving their results today, and to the teachers, families and friends that supported them to get here. With 82% of students who had an offer and received their decision this morning being accepted to their firm choice university, there is much to be celebrated.
Today marks the beginning of doors opening for thousands of students across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The increase in applications confirms that people rightly recognise the value of going to university, and it is particularly positive that we have seen an increase in students going to university from the least advantaged backgrounds. The economy needs graduates and the skills they will develop throughout their time at university.
To those who have not got the results they were hoping for, please don't panic. It's not the end of the world. There are lots of opportunities available through clearing, and advice available through UCAS or direct from universities.
Vivienne Stern MBE
Chief Executive of Universities UK