UCAS Teachers and Advisers Conference 2026

Sarah Dirrane is the Co-Founder and Research Director at Cosmos, an organisation renowned for its award-winning work with underrepresented students. With over two decades of experience in higher education research, she has led extensive research programmes focused on access, participation, and student outcomes. Passionate about tackling systemic barriers, Sarah works closely with educators to provide actionable insights and drive meaningful change. She also hosts The Student Outcomes Podcast, exploring critical topics in educational equity and inclusion.

 

Sarah is a Board Member on the newly established Equity Board at Buckinghamshire New University, where she is helping to shape the institution’s new Equity Action Plan. She also serves as an Advisory Board Member for The Catalyst Collective, supporting its mission to empower young Black women through mentoring and robust evaluation.