Yesterday, I submitted my final university assignment. Four years of hard work, long days, stress, and occasional caffeine-fuelled breakdowns, and just like that click and it was done.It was the final piece for my Biography module, which came just one day after sitting my Postmodernism exam (a mind-bending experience in itself). I’d been living and … Continue reading The End of an Era (Sort Of)
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Navigating the Anxiety of Returning to University for Final Year as a Mature Student
As summer draws to a close, the anticipation of returning to university stirs a familiar sense of anxiety. But this year feels different—it’s the final year. For many, including myself as a mature student, this year holds even more significance. The journey has been longer, the stakes feel higher, and the hope of transitioning into … Continue reading Navigating the Anxiety of Returning to University for Final Year as a Mature Student
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