Million Plus

MillionPlus, the Association for Modern Universities, has today (15 August) commented on A level results day 2024.

Rachel Hewitt, Chief Executive of MillionPlus, said:

“We offer our warmest congratulations to all those receiving their A level, BTech and T Level grades today. It is important that anyone who perhaps has not achieved the grades they hoped for should take a breath and remember that plenty of options remain open, with hundreds of courses at excellent universities around the country available through clearing.

“That demand for higher education remains strong is to be welcomed as is the increase in acceptances for students from the most disadvantaged backgrounds. However it is troubling that the number of people applying to study teaching is down and nursing, despite a slight increase this year, is still down on the peak of a few years ago. Nursing is a traditionally popular course among mature students, a cohort that continues to see a worrying decline in applications.

“The country is already short of these vital public service professionals; the fact that prospective students appear to be turning away from these subjects should concern the Government. Action is required and soon to ensure that these courses remain attractive and to maintain a healthy pipeline of skilled trainees into these professions.”

ENDS

Notes to editors

1. For further information or to arrange an interview, please contact Dan Blows on 020 3927 2916 or email press@millionplus.ac.uk
2. MillionPlus is the Association for Modern Universities in the UK, and the voice of 21st century higher education. We champion, promote and raise awareness of the essential role and impact of modern universities in the UK’s world-leading higher education sector. More information can be found at www.millionplus.ac.uk
3. What are modern universities? Modern universities are long established centres of higher education in their communities with roots that stretch back decades, if not centuries. Many gained university title following legislation agreed by parliament in 1992. They make up almost half of the UK university sector with over a million students studying at modern universities every year.
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