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Gender Differences in Undergraduate University Admissions in the United Kingdom.
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Mar-Molinero, C. – Educational Studies, 1991
Analyzes undergraduate admission data from the United Kingdom by sex, subject, and qualification level. Finds that admission into male dominated programs is made easier by a greater number of openings for students than female-dominated programs have. Concludes that female students are disadvantaged by the distribution of openings. (DK)
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, College Admission, Comparative Analysis, Course Selection (Students)