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Designing a pre-degree program to foster a sense of belonging

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posted on 2023-05-23, 07:59 authored by Johns, S, Jarvis, L, Susan KilpatrickSusan Kilpatrick
Enabling or bridging programs are a social inclusion strategy to widen participation in higher education. Research suggests these programs achieve some measure of success in fostering a sense of belonging and preparing students for university, which are both linked to student retention. However, such programs are characterised by high rates of attrition. The recent introduction of a Diploma of University Studies at the University of Tasmania, as part of a suite of pre-degree programs, differs from other enabling and bridging courses. It includes compulsory weekly Supported Studies sessions, designed to foster both academic and social outcomes. Findings from the study indicate student satisfaction with compulsory Supported Studies sessions. In particular, students on the two larger university campuses, and students who attend more than nine sessions per semester, find sessions useful for social and academic integration. Integrated support sessions should be an integral part of enabling programs.

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Publication title

Proceedings of the 16th International First Year in Higher Education Conference

Pagination

1-10

ISBN

978-0-646-90615-7

Publisher

The International First Year in Higher Education Conference

Place of publication

New Zealand

Event title

16th International First Year in Higher Education Conference

Event Venue

Wellington, New Zealand

Date of Event (Start Date)

2013-07-07

Date of Event (End Date)

2013-07-10

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Copyright 2013 The Authors - The University is continuing to endeavor to trace the copyright owner(s) and in the meantime this item has been reproduced here in good faith. We would be pleased to hear from the copyright owner(s).

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Socio-economic Objectives

Equity and access to education

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