What have we done?

Rapid evidence review

We commissioned the Centre for Education and Youth (CfEY) and the Education Policy Institute (EPI) to carry out a rapid evidence review of the relevant literature and data around equality gaps in graduate employability, progression to further study and employment. Additionally, a stakeholder consultation was carried out to gauge from the sector itself which interventions are currently being used to address inequalities in employment and employability and how they are being measured and evaluated.

Download the full report: What works to reduce equality gaps in employment and employability?

Addressing the gaps in the participation in sandwich courses

Based on the findings from the evidence review we appointed the University of Surrey and Nottingham Trent University (NTU) to map out the barriers faced by widening participation (WP) students in accessing and benefiting from courses that involve a work experience placement – also known as ‘sandwich courses’. The project also assessed the potential for interventions to overcome these barriers.

Download the summary report: Addressing gaps in the participation of sandwich courses

Download the University of Surrey’s research report: Improving access to, and success on, sandwich courses for students from widening participation backgrounds

Download NTU’s research report: Exploring equality gaps in the uptake of sandwich courses and placements

If you would like to find out more or have any questions abount this project, please get in touch with us at research@taso.org.uk.