The transition to and through university for non-traditional university students: some observations for teachers

Lauren Barnes, Amy Buckley, Peter Hopkins and Simon Tate


This article gives an insight into the experiences of two undergraduate students studying geography at Newcastle University who are from non-traditional backgrounds. The article concludes with several considerations for teachers about how they can help students' transition to university life.

Published: 22 May 2011

Volume: 36

Issue number: 2, pp. 70-71