During the pandemic many institutions saw the awarding gap between white and BAME students fall to zero (2020-21). Since this awarding gap maintains throughout the sector. Such disparities have been further highlighted by movements for racial justice and inclusivity across the nation and on campuses. Universities must therefore act to address the awarding gap, improve the university experience, and create a truly inclusive and decolonised curriculum. These are vital steps to improve student wellbeing, reduce the attainment gap and enhance employability prospects for BAME students in higher education.

• The awarding of First or 2:1 degrees between white and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) students lessened by 4.4% between 2018 and 2021. (HESA)
• The degree awarding gap was more pronounced among part-time BAME students compared to their white peers (23%) in 2021. (HESA)
• White graduates (74%) were also more likely than BAME graduates (72%) to be in professional-level employment, according to survey data from Jisc.

Join us at this one day online conference to hear from leading experts and academics on how to support minority ethnic students at university. Learn and benefit from a series of best practice case studies on a range of topics including narrowing the attainment gap, fostering culture change within institutions, and creating university-wide equality and diversity policies. You will also have the chance to network with senior colleagues and further your goals in improving outcomes for BAME students.

Why attend:
• Hear high-level keynotes on the latest initiatives in Improving Outcomes for BAME Students from experts and researchers
• Learn from case studies showcasing best practice in narrowing the attainment gap, fostering cultural change, and innovatively engaging with staff and management
• Discuss a wide range of topics including the attainment and awarding gap, decolonised curriculums, and engaging with minority students
• Network with senior colleagues from across higher education.
• Gain 8 hours of CPD points towards your yearly quota.