The Department for Education has published details on how
the Government will put in place student number controls for the
2020/21 academic year. Here is the link to
the full policy details and below is a statement to use
from the Minister.
Universities Minister said:
“I know this is an extremely difficult and anxious time for
students, universities and their staff, which is why we have
introduced student number controls to stabilise the admissions
system and protect higher education from the financial impact of
Covid-19.
“We want everyone who achieves their entry requirements to be
able to go to university, and the measures seek to ensure
students have the widest possible variety and most suitable
places to study in the coming academic year, while avoiding
harmful over-recruitment among providers which could go against
the interests of students and the sector. The controls will make
adjustments to take account of offers already accepted before 1
June, and will make best use of taxpayer funding to support
students.
“We also understand the importance of supporting our vital public
services at this time, which is why the Government will allocate
an additional 5,000 places for subjects such as nursing and
healthcare and another 5,000 for key areas including engineering
and sciences at high quality institutions.
“I will continue to work with the sector and across Government to
understand the challenges higher education faces and provide
support during this uncertain time.”
Additional information:
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These number controls will only apply to full-time,
undergraduate, UK/EU domiciled students, with certain specified
exemptions. For example, the control will not apply to students
sitting their A levels in the autumn and new providers.
