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UCAS Chief Executive, Mary Curnock Cook, to stand down in 2017

After leading UCAS for seven years, our Chief Executive, Mary Curnock Cook, has announced her decision to stand down as Chief Executive of UCAS, at the end of April 2017.

Posted Fri 18 November 2016
Commenting on her announcement, Mary Curnock Cook said: 'Our unique centralised service means that the UK has the fairest and most transparent HE admissions system in the world. It has been an immense privilege to have been able to build on the extraordinary vision of the Vice-Chancellors of the early 60s, who saw the benefits of a single application process for students and universities.'

She has led a major investment in large-scale technology redevelopment to deliver reliable, secure and resilient admissions services for students, universities, and colleges.
 
The significant development of UCAS’ analytical capability has provided early, in-depth insight on the impacts of changes in access to higher education. During Mary’s tenure, UCAS has greatly enhanced its services and information for students – ucas.com, which now has over 220 million page views a year, provides access to a wealth of information and advice about applying to, and preparing for, higher education.

The UCAS Board will shortly commence the search for Mary’s successor.

View the official press release for further information.