The University of Sheffield
Mature Students

Adult Learners' Week, 12-18 May 2012

Rediscover your potential

Not everyone arrives at university through the traditional routes. If you don't have formal qualifications, it doesn't mean you can't go on to higher education. Find out how you can make it happen through Adult Learners' Week.

We'll be able to tell you more about the full-time degree courses available at the University of Sheffield and the part-time courses available through our Institute for Lifelong Learning. A team of experts from across the University will be available to ensure you make informed decisions – and we'll tell you more about the financial support specifically for adult learners wishing to enter higher education.

There's nothing to fear - everybody is welcome to attend!

Mature students

Events

Tuesday May 15

Adult Learning Roadshow, 10am–2.30pm, Barkers' Pool, Sheffield City Centre (outside John Lewis)

Come along and find out more from adult, family and community education providers across the Sheffield region who offer lifelong learning opportunities at all levels. 

Wednesday May 16

Adult Learning Discovery Day, 10am to 1pm, at the Jessop West Building, University of Sheffield. (Map Ref: F3, Building 184 - opposite the Henderson's Relish Factory on Leavygreave Road)

Whether you're thinking of a career change, or seeking a new challenge, our team from the University of Sheffield will support you in researching your higher education choices and financing your studies.

This event is free to attend and suitable for people from non-traditional backgrounds who may have left school without the qualifications needed to study at university. Full-time and part-time university study options will be explored.

For more information or to reserve your place, please email mature.student@sheffield.ac.uk or telephone 0114 222 5239.

Thursday May 17

Higher Education Taster Day at The Institute of Lifelong Learning (TILL), midday to 3pm

With more financial support available than ever before for students wishing to study for a degree on a part-time basis, why not take this opportunity to find out more about the wide range of part-time degrees and certificates offered by TILL? This higher education taster event is specifically designed to give you a flavour of what is available for part-time students as well as a chance to tour the campus and get information from current and former students.

To book a place, email Louise Ritchie (L.E.Ritchie@shef.ac.uk) or telephone 0114 222 8121.

Open Day at The Institute for Lifelong Learning, 3pm–7pm

If you want to discuss the courses we offer or if you need help with your application, come to our Adult Learners' Week Open Day for prospective part-time students who haven't yet applied - although anyone is welcome to attend. More information is available on the Institute for Lifelong Learning website.

Friday May 18

Visit the University of Sheffield's Students' Union Reception Desk between 11.30am and 2pm for one-to-one advice about your higher education plans and meet some of our mature students.