Aimhigher Overview

Related pages - Overview - Progression Framework - Aimhigher Advisory Strategy 2009-11 - Evidence

Image of a folder and papersAimhigher is a national programme which aims to widen participation in higher education (HE) by raising HE awareness, aspirations and attainment among young people from under-represented groups. The programme began on 1 August 2004 as a result of the integration of two previously existing programmes - Excellence Challenge and Aimhigher: Partnerships for Progression. Funding is currently allocated to Aimhigher until 2011.

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The role of Aimhigher is to:

  • Raise aspirations and motivation to enter HE among young people from under-represented groups
  • Raise attainment of potential students from under-represented groups so that they gain the academic or vocational qualifications that will enable them to enter HE
  • Strengthen progression routes into HE via vocational courses
  • Offer information, advice and guidance to potential students and their teachers and families

Jointly funded by the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) and the Department for Business Innovation and Skills.

The Aimhigher programme operates across 42 area partnerships throughout England. Contact details and links to the websites can be found on our Aimhigher links and contacts pages pages.
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