The Mature Student's Guide to Higher Education by Linda Pritchard
Would you like a new challenge or a sense of personal achievement?
Have you considered higher education, but weren't sure how to make that first step into it?
If so, then this is the ideal book for you.
The Mature Student's Guide to Higher Education tells you everything you need to know if you are thinking about returning to education as a mature student. It discusses a wide range of issues including what higher education involves, how you should prepare for it and how to balance your time and cheque book once you get there.
This book will explain practical issues, as well as addressing your doubts and fears about higher education as a life choice. The book:
- Helps you understand the different routes into higher education
- Explains the mysteries behind admissions procedures
- Encourages you to develop a new range of skills, building on the skills you already have
- Gives you guidance on how to manage change, time and family commitments
- Helps you overcome barriers like a lack of motivation or confidence
- Expertly guides you through the systems of fees, showing the loans and financial help that are available