IN the messy political row over elitism in higher education, York University has emerged as a beacon of good practice. A new study has found York was one of only two of the top 13 universities which did not discriminate against the brightest students from state schools.
York University already has a reputation for teaching and research excellence. Today's survey reinforces its claim to be among the best in Britain.
Other universities may rely on attracting the cream of the public school students to maintain their results. York does not discriminate: it will maximise the potential of every student, whatever their social background.
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