…by Seth / from Belgium / studying History & Scottish History / 1st year Starting university is always daunting but doing so as a ‘Mature Student’ can be even more so. Of course, even in this case one size does not fit all, as the term ‘Mature Student’ covers anyone starting university that is 22 […]

…by Tristan / from Edinburgh / studying MA (Hons) Ancient and Medieval History / 4th year In 2018, the University of Edinburgh launched its Access Programme as part of its Widening Participating Initiative. As a 26-year-old who had been out of education for four consecutive years, having previously studied Acting and Performance, and later Art […]

…by Clarissa / from Indonesia / studies Nursing / 2nd Year of PhD I am a proud single mum of a 9-year-old daughter and presently doing my PhD. My decision to continue higher education was not considered lightly. It was a very serious decision for me, and it took me months of self-contemplation and consultation with […]

…by Paul / from Perth, Scotland / studies MSc Literature and Modernity / 2nd year (PG) “I swear you look a year younger every time I see you!” said Nathan*, as I approached him. “University life must be agreeing with you. Whatever you’re doing, keep doing it.” Nathan is a friend I have made during […]

…by Hollie / from Australia / studying Digital Education / 2nd year MSc Doing my MSc has been amazing for my career. I realise that’s a fairly bold statement, especially for someone like me who already has 12 years sunk in instructional design and nearly 10 years in the Australian Vocational Education sector. However, I […]