Mature students’ groups

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1. First, find yours! They are often poorly publicised, but they exist in most universities.

2. Mature students' groups tend to give you as much as you are prepared to put into them, so be ready to get involved. Some people find any organised group off putting. Do not feel pressurised into joining a mature students' group - you are a student first, mature second.

3. Explore the full range of services provided by your mature students' group. Can they help with finances, accommodation or study skills, for example?

4. If you are using your group as a social base, try to attend other social events as well, so that you do not begin to feel defined entirely by your age.

This content has been written by Lucinda Becker, author of How to Manage Your Arts, Humanities and Social Science Degree.