How can I best prepare myself as a mature student?

How can I best prepare myself as a mature student?

With that in mind, here are our top tips on how to prepare for university as a mature student:

  1. Prepare a timetable.
  2. Reconnect with your inner student.
  3. View your extra years in a positive light.
  4. Never forget to ask for help.
  5. Set budgeting goals.

Are mature students more likely to be accepted?

+ Mature students are more likely to apply later in the application cycle, with 44 per cent of students aged 21 and over applying after the January deadline in 2017, compared to just 3.3 per cent of 18 year olds.

What is considered a mature age student?

A ‘mature-age student’ is someone who has not recently graduated from high school. You may have taken a gap year, studied at TAFE or are looking to change or advance your career. As a university with a mature-age student focus, our USQ support staff work with you throughout your studies.

How do mature students get into university in Australia?

Eligibility

  • You have completed year 12 at any time.
  • You hold an Associate Diploma, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma.
  • You have at any time completed at least one year of full-time equivalent (i.e. eight courses) at a university or college of advanced education at degree level.

How can I be a better adult student?

10 Tips to Help You Succeed as an Adult Learner

  1. Choose the Right Learning Opportunity.
  2. Prioritize Your Learning.
  3. Don’t Let the Big Picture Overwhelm You.
  4. Believe in Yourself.
  5. Focus on Long-term Benefits Not Short-term Obstacles.
  6. Don’t Let Technology Get You Down.
  7. Know How You Learn Best.
  8. Don’t Be Afraid to Ask Questions.

Do Knust accept D7?

/SSSCE A-D) D7, E8 & F9 ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE FOR ADMISSION PURPOSES. Applicants must have passes in THREE Compulsory Subjects including English Language and passes in THREE Elective Subjects including Business Mathematics.