Name-blind applications

Over 100 delegates attended and gave their input into a number of areas, looking at the introduction of name-blind applications and its impact on processes. The outputs reaffirmed what we already know, but it was also useful for highlighting particular areas of concern. 

Next steps: 

• Following steer from the UCAS Board, we will soon be publishing a short and high level report on tackling unconscious bias and our subsequent proposals. 
• We will be hosting a workshop with providers at the end of April, to discuss their internal admissions processes and tasks.

In early summer, we’ll be launching a consultation about our proposals on addressing unconscious bias – this will include a section on functionality and masking information. We’ll be working with our external panel to help shape the consultation document.