This paper reports on an Irish study examining first year students' recollections of their
concerns, motivations, level of preparedness and perceived skills on entry to university. The …

Some students struggle through medical school and do not have the confidence to seek
help. This pilot study sought to explore the challenges and needs of medical students …

Student non-completion of higher education is a growing trend internationally with serious
consequences for the individual, institution and policymakers. Since the 1970s, a significant …

This article reports on an Irish study that examines the teaching of large, introductory-level
sociology courses at a research-intensive university. The study's aim was to ameliorate …

This is the first study into resident students and commuter students in Ireland and was
carried out to facilitate a more informed and targeted approach to supporting specific student …

University graduation rates have become increasingly important for institutions and
policymakers alike. Academic exclusion, or other forms of withdrawal from university …

Our social network analysis (SNA) evaluates the performance of students taking courses
with a group of friends versus students used to take courses alone. We evaluate the …

Background: Students drop out of pharmacy school for reasons that are not fully explored
and are then enrolled in other courses. The college achievement of these students in their …

Universities are increasingly seeking to open access routes and identify ways of
encouraging under-represented groups to consider higher education as an option. This …

University graduation rates have become increasingly important for institutions and
policymakers alike. Academic exclusion, or other forms of withdrawal from university …