{"id":34027,"date":"2025-10-23T08:13:55","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T08:13:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/?p=34027"},"modified":"2025-10-23T08:13:59","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T08:13:59","slug":"navigating-university-life-as-a-mature-student","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/all\/navigating-university-life-as-a-mature-student\/","title":{"rendered":"Returning to study \u2013 navigating university life as a mature student"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Returning to study \u2013 navigating university life as a mature student<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Heading back into education after time away can feel surreal. One minute you\u2019re managing deadlines at work, family responsibilities or mortgage payments; the next, you\u2019re juggling seminars, lecture notes and reading lists.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If that\u2019s you, you\u2019re not alone. Mature students are a significant part of the UK student population, with over 50,000 securing a place this year alone, according to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucas.com\/corporate\/news-and-key-documents\/news\/number-of-uk-18-year-olds-accepted-into-university-or-college-hits-record-high#:~:text=The%20number%20of%20UK%20mature,this%20year%20(%2D2.4%25)\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">latest UCAS figures<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Their experiences vary from person to person. Some study full-time, others part-time and while some attend campus, many choose distance learning.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">So what can you expect when you return to university later in life, and how can you set yourself up for success?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Making time for study<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Time is one of the biggest challenges mature students face. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You may be working part-time, picking up children from school or caring for a parent. That doesn\u2019t leave much space for long afternoons or all-nighters in the library.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Instead, studying often means reading on your commute, watching a lecture recording after bedtime routines, or squeezing in an essay plan during a quiet Sunday morning.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That\u2019s where the Kortext study app can help. With eBooks available on your phone, tablet or laptop, you can study anywhere, anytime, making it perfect for studying around work or family responsibilities.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Building confidence with technology<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Navigating unfamiliar digital platforms, online resources and e-learning tools can be daunting.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">But small wins add up and before long those tools become second nature.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Start small: log in, find your reading list and open your course content<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Explore features gradually: search within e-books and access content offline<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Try accessibility features: switch to night mode for late-night sessions. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Remember, your university library, IT team and even lecturers are ready to answer any questions you may have. Many universities run digital skills workshops at the start of the term and attending one or two can save hours of frustration later on.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tackling assignments\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Academic skills like essay writing, critical thinking and referencing can take time to build, but most students find their confidence grows faster than they expect.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To ease yourself in, start with the basics:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reread the essay guidance your university provides<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Practise outlining your arguments before writing<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Get familiar with referencing software if it\u2019s available.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With Kortext, you can add study notes to your eBooks. And, when deadlines loom, having notes, highlights and our citation tool all in one place can help you stay focused without feeling overwhelmed.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Remember that improvement is part of the process; you\u2019re not expected to write like a seasoned academic overnight!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-34041 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mature-student-in-blog-image-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Mature student using a tablet outside a university building.\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mature-student-in-blog-image-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mature-student-in-blog-image-300x156.webp 300w, https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mature-student-in-blog-image-1024x533.webp 1024w, https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mature-student-in-blog-image-768x400.webp 768w, https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mature-student-in-blog-image-1536x799.webp 1536w, https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mature-student-in-blog-image-2048x1066.webp 2048w, https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mature-student-in-blog-image-1080x562.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Managing the financial impact<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finances weigh heavily for many mature students. Tuition fees, travel costs, childcare and reduced work hours can quickly add up.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Budgeting is key. Make a clear plan for your income, expenses and course costs. If you require further financial support, it\u2019s worth exploring bursaries and scholarships.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If money becomes a concern, don\u2019t keep it to yourself. Universities have dedicated support services for financial advice and funding.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reaching out sooner rather than later can make all the difference.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finding your place<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As a mature student, it can be easy to feel out of place amongst those who are fresh out of school, with some experiencing independence for the first time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you do feel out of place, university communities are bigger and more varied than they appear on the surface. Look for mature student welcome events, clubs and societies to meet like-minded people.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For many, balancing life, work and study can be draining and affect their mental health. If you\u2019re ever struggling, don\u2019t hesitate to contact your university to access the support they offer.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can also find <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.studentminds.org.uk\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">mental health advice and services<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> from our partners at Student Minds. What\u2019s more, you can access their dedicated portal, Student Space, directly from a link in the Kortext study platform.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Looking to the future<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Nobody chooses to return to study lightly. It\u2019s a serious investment of time, energy and money. But the rewards are equally serious: new qualifications, improved job prospects, personal growth and the satisfaction of achieving something you once thought out of reach.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wherever your journey leads, Kortext can help make it smoother, with powerful tools that help make the most of your study time. But it\u2019s your determination and experience that will carry you through.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You\u2019re not just earning credits; you\u2019re reshaping your future on your own terms and proving that it\u2019s never too late to learn.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.kortext.com\/identity\/signin\">Log in<\/a> to explore the Kortext library today.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>For further help and support, take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/welcome-to-study\/\">student guide<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/videos\/\">videos<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/faqs\/\">FAQs<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_social_media_follow _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; min_height=&#8221;26px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||381px||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_social_media_follow_network social_network=&#8221;tiktok&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; background_enable_color=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; follow_button=&#8221;off&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221;]tiktok[\/et_pb_social_media_follow_network][et_pb_social_media_follow_network social_network=&#8221;instagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#ea2c59&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; follow_button=&#8221;off&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221;]instagram[\/et_pb_social_media_follow_network][\/et_pb_social_media_follow][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We look at what to expect from university life as a mature student in our latest blog.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":34031,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW69947785 BCX8\">Kortext<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW69947785 BCX8\"> study has had an upgrade!<\/span><\/span><\/h2><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><br \/>We\u2019re excited to introduce Workbooks and Videos to our free-to-access study platform, so you have more tools than ever to help you engage and learn from your Kortext learning materials.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keen to know more about what these features mean for you?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3 aria-level=\"3\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW37660607 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37660607 BCX8\">Workbooks<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students using our study platform can now create, organise, and share notes outside of the eReader within the \u2018Workbooks\u2019 section of their library.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No more flipping through notebooks or leafing through piles of paper to find what you need. 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