Episode Description
Dedicated to adults who are interested in returning to learning, we speak to current adult learner Abi and tutor from ACL Essex Matt, who share their experiences of learning and teaching. Listen to their top tips to succeed and thrive as an adult learner whilst juggling student finance, child-care responsibilities and getting your head around technology and writing essays. #adultlearner #uniconnect #makehappenessex #outreach #itsnottoolate #LifeLongLearnerWeek #university #maturestudent #studying #studentlife #student #universitylife
Resources:
https://www.makehappen.org/celebrating-lifelong-learner-week-on-7th-11th-november-2022/
https://www.ucas.com/undergraduate/applying-university/mature-undergraduate-students - for information about university, specific for adult learners/mature students check out UCAS’ range of
support.
https://www.life-pilot.co.uk/ - a great online resource to help adult learners progress to a higher level of study.
https://www.gov.uk/mature-student-university-funding - student finance guidance for mature students
https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/student-advice/what-to-study/what-is-an-access-to-higher-education-diploma - further information about the Access course
www.makehappen.org/academy - sign up for free and get access to a full suite of videos and vlogs to support your decision making and study skills
https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/ - explore courses and opportunities local to you