ABSTRACT

After reading this chapter, you will be able to:

Understand the complexity of studying at a degree level, especially when you need to combine working responsibilities and family commitments.

Become more aware of how undergraduates, particularly mature students, experience the transition from Level 3 to Level 4.

Reflect on parallels between your experiences as you start out as an undergraduate with those of young children entering day care, pre-school, nursery or reception.