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Report on Access to Third-Level Education (2001) - english information
http://www.education.ie/servlet/blobservlet/tl_3rdlevel_accessreport.pdf
Ireland
The study examines access by mature and disadvantaged students and students with disabilities to third level education. Chapter 1 explores definitions of access and illustrates why access by underrepresented groups to third level education should be improved. Chapter 2 considers the need to increase representation by students from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Chapter 3 discusses the barriers faced by students with a disability in accessing third level education. Chapter 4 treats issues relating to quotas for mature students, alternative entry routes and appropriate application and selection systems. Chapter 5 refers to the role of Area-Based Partnerships and Community Groups in assisting individuals from disadvantaged communities to prepare for higher education. Chapter 6: Development of a co-ordinated framework of measures.
Keywords
governmental body; full text information; overview; higher education; research; educational policy; educational programme; disabled person; student; socio-economic status; equal opportunity; study;
Resource type: | Other Resource Type |
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Language: | English |
URL (original): | http://www.education.ie/servlet/blobservlet/tl_3rdlevel_accessreport.pdf |
Record-ID: | 3285 |
Update: | 15.10.2003 |
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