Who Seeks Access to What, When and Why? Interrogating the Pivotal Role of Student Aspirations in Higher Education Participation

This project addressed low socioeconomic status student underrepresentation in higher education, particularly in high-status degrees. Data from surveys and focus groups was mapped to indicate the specific occupational interests and educational aspirations of school students from Years 3–12 to inform targeted university outreach activities. A robust evidence base was generated for wider dissemination which was applicable to outreach activities across all Australian universities