Funded project

Teaching and learning for successful transition to Social Policy and Social Work Degrees for mature students (completed 2003)

Helen Kenwright in collaboration with John Brown ,York College, Learning and Development Unit and University of York

This project aims to improve transition from FE to HE, specifically for mature students entering degree courses in fields of Social Policy and Social Work. In recognition of the fact that mature learners in these disciplines have different needs from students taking direct school-to-university route, research will be undertaken to investigate the concerns, barriers and strengths affecting mature students starting their degrees. New curriculum and teaching techniques will then be developed, based upon the research findings and wider evidence and good practice. It is expected that these initiatives will impact on teaching and learning in both sectors.