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Explore the latest updates from the COSMO study, including blog posts, press releases and events on the impacts of the pandemic on young people’s life chances.
Press release
Class of 2023 more likely to be 'stay-at-home' students
New analysis reveals that this year's university applicants look more likely to stay at home during term time than previous cohorts.
COSMO
10-08-23
News
Class of 2023: Supporting the new intake
How have young people progressed since the pandemic? How can we can help young people with their move into higher education? Watch our webinar to find out.
COSMO
04-07-23
Analysis
Young people’s engagement with extra-curricular activities following the pandemic
COSMO researcher, Alice De Gennaro, documents young people's extra-curricular engagement in the aftermath of the pandemic.
Alice De Gennaro
16-06-23
Our research
Briefings from Wave 1 and Wave 2 of the COSMO study.
Partner publication
10-08-23
Stories from the Class of 2023
In-depth interviews with young people participating in the COSMO Study who have similar potential but are from different socio-economic backgrounds.
Published by The Sutton Trust

Analysis
10-08-23
The Class of 2023: Opportunities and University Plans
Ahead of A Level results day, COSMO researcher Xin Shao looks at what this generation of young people have planned for their future pathways.

Partner publication
29-06-23
Social Mobility: The Next Generation - Lost potential at age 16
COSMO data reveals the extent to which the talent of bright, disadvantaged young people is being wasted due to inequalities in society and education.
Published by The Sutton Trust

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About the study
The COVID Social Mobility and Opportunities (COSMO) study is a major national longitudinal study examining the unequal impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the life chances of a generation of young people.
The study is the largest of its kind, capturing the experiences of young people through the pandemic and beyond. COSMO will examine how the pandemic has affected young people’s education and wellbeing, as well as longer term impacts, following their journeys through education and into the workplace.