Life Chances

A second year High Distinction student gives their advice on taking control of your studies and workload, and feeling calm through planning and breaking things down into steps.

Sir Eric Thomas talks to Julia Hartley-Brewer, presenter of talkRADIO’s weekday breakfast show, about the plight of students mid pandemic and that 40% have seriously considered dropping out.

Students have been hitting the headlines in relation to increased levels of cheating just as a new Essay Mills (Prohibition) Bill was put forward to the UK Parliament last month. However, most students don't intend to be dishonest - so how do we provide formative academic integrity feedback and enhance self-efficacy?

A literature review into the successes and challenges of digital peer support in universities reveals minimum requirements for student satisfaction as well as recommendations to integrate and normalise help seeking.

Professor Petra Wend discusses her thoughts on how universities can provide opportunities for all, and highlights of her academic career.

University partner interview with Professor Marilyn Holness, OBE, University of Roehampton: Part 2: Student engagement and student support

Professor Rebecca Bunting discusses her thoughts on how universities can enhance the student academic experience and a tour through her career to date

Sir Eric Thomas discusses his thoughts on the role of university in today's society, his career, and very importantly, his favourite football team...

University partner interview with Professor Marilynn Holness, OBE, University of Roehampton: Part 1: Career highlights, charity involvement & proud mum

Lauren Edwards, Student Union president of Plymouth MarJon University, shares her thoughts on retaining students during the pandemic.