Elitism in the UK university system.

England has always had a proud tradition of excellence at its universities up and down the country; notably the distinguished 'Oxbridge' institution, i.e. Oxford and Cambridge. Many ex-scholars from a wide range of academic backgrounds have gone on to achieve excellence in the fields of medicine, politics, science, even sport and comedy. Some of the finest minds in the world have been nurtured and produced in this country. For all the history and splendour …

…a marketing campaign and website (http://www.dfes.gov.uk/aimhigher/) named 'Aimhigher' was launched, ' providing information to young people aged 13-19 about the benefits of higher education, aimed in particular at those from families and communities who do not have a tradition of entering higher education' http://www.prospects.ac.uk/cms/ShowPage/Home_page/The_graduate_job_market/In_depth_articles_and_surveys/Widening_participation_in_higher_education__Spring_02_/p!eLaaig Spring 2002