Your transition from school to university
When students undergo the transition from school to university they are faced with a range of new experiences and issues. During this process it is essential to find the right balance between studying and life outside of the academic routine, such as:
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getting to know the university
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settling in to your course
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learning what is expected of you as a student
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discovering activities and social opportunities
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making new friends
We have created a number of guides to help students overcome the main challenges they will face when arriving at The University of Nottingham.
Academic challenges
Many students enjoy the intellectual challenge of university study, opting for courses and subject matters that match their interests. However, learning how to adapt to academic study and understanding what is expected of you as a university student can be an intimidating experience.
More on the academic challenges and opportunities.
Personal and social challenges
The social aspects of university are some of the most exciting: you will make new friends, discover exciting opportunities and have the chance to get involved in things you’ve never tried before. These opportunities come hand-in-hand with a number of issues you will have to overcome in order to achieve the right study/life balance.
Read about personal and social challenges and opportunities.
Administrative challenges
Getting to grips with some of the complex administrative processes and procedures that you'll encounter at university can be difficult. For your university life to run smoothly it is essential to learn what administrative tasks you will have to keep on top of.
Find out about administrative challenges and support.
Geographic challenges
It can be intimidating finding your way around a large university campus, a new city or even a different country. Familiarising yourself with your new surroundings can take time but there are a number of resources available that can help you.
More about geographic challenges and ways around them.