The Mature Student's Companion for Successful Undergraduate Study

A guiding resource and supportive companion, this book is designed for mature individuals intending to undertake an undergraduate degree. Packed full of activities to support development and case studies to exemplify a range of situations, this is a must-read for anyone looking to undertake an undergraduate degree as a mature student.

David Allan is Reader in Professional Education and Learning at Edge Hill University, UK where he teaches on a BA and an MA and supervises PhD students, all studying in the field of Education.

1. What it Means to be a Mature Student 2. Developing Your Study Skills 3. Time Management and Organisational Skills 4. Autonomy and Being an Independent Learner 5. The Art of Note-Taking 6. How to Engage in Critical Reading 7. Constructing an Argument 8. Academic Writing 9. Referencing 10. Revising and Polishing your Writing 11. Making the Most of your Personal Tutor 12. Bon Voyage