Teachers ruin boys’ university chances because they underestimate A-level grades, study says
A study reported by the Daily Mail claims that teachers' predicted A-level grades are more likely to underestimate boys' actual results than girls', potentially damaging boys' chances of securing university places. Since UK universities largely base offers on predicted grades, an underestimate can mean able male students are steered towards less competitive courses or institutions,…
- Study says teachers underestimate boys' A-level grades more than girls'
- This may unfairly limit boys' university admission chances
- Predicted grades heavily influence UK university offers