UCAS aims to be fully inclusive of the broad range of applicants who use our products and services, and the applicant experience is really important to us. The diversity of students is one of the things that makes higher education such a fulfilling experience, and we are keen to ensure all individuals who wish to progress to higher education can do so appropriately and respectfully.
We have introduced a non-binary option into the UCAS application, with students applying for 2024 entry and beyond able to select from 'man | woman | I use another term | I prefer not to say' when asked for their gender identity.
We are continuing to collaborate with experts and colleagues across the sector to understand how we can further improve the application to create a more inclusive application experience for everyone.