The contextual data can be used to assess an applicant’s achievement and potential, in light of their educational and socio-economic background.
For the 2021 cycle, we’ve updated the school and college level data. This is alongside POLAR4, POLAR3, and the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation (SIMD) (updated look-up file with SIMD2020).
If you want to use the contextual data service, you need to register with us, and make it clear to applicants that you’re accessing this, and how it is being used in the admissions process. For more information and to register, please email our HEP Team at hep_team@ucas.ac.uk.