1970 British Cohort Study (BCS70)

The 1970 British Cohort Study (BCS70) is a longitudinal study that tracks the lives of over 17,000 individuals born in a single week of 1970 across England, Scotland, and Wales. The study aims to provide comprehensive insights into various life aspects, including health, development (physical, cognitive, and social), parenting, career trajectories, and economic conditions. Data is collected from multiple sources such as clinical records, medical exams, diaries, and reports from parents, teachers, and the cohort members themselves. The findings from BCS70 have significantly contributed to understanding key societal challenges in the UK, offering valuable evidence for policy-making in areas like social mobility, education, employment, and economic security.
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Publisher:
Centre for Longitudinal Studies, UCL Institute of Education
Geographic Coverage:
GB
Sample Size:
18460
Resource Type:
study
Funders:
Economic and Social Research Council
ESRC RCOG National Birthday Trust Fund
Available in Data Catalogs:
CLOSER Discovery
UCL Centre for Longitudinal Studies
UK Longitudinal Linkage Collaboration: UK LLC
Catalogue of Mental Health Measures
