International Conference on Enhancement and Innovation in Higher Education Crowne Plaza Hotel, Glasgow 9-11 June 2015 Welcome

Ana-Maria Bogdan & Isla Elliott Craig Leith & Elliot Pirie Student perspectives on transitioning from FE to HE Continuing students vs. Direct Entry students Perception and Assumptions Social issues Academic preparedness and confidence Recommendations

Statistical anomalies Robert Gordon University BA(Hons.) Events Management Post-positivist deductive approach 4 focus groups, 3 interviews Student perspectives on transitioning from FE to HE

Continuing vs. Direct entry students Who are they? Terminology Background Skills Perspectives

Widening access to HE Societal perceptions ‘Academic students’ Perceptions and Assumptions

Developing a complex? First day of school Social cohesion Predicted results Drive Social issues

HNC → HND → BA → BA (Hons) Practical skills

Academic skills Lack of grading Academic preparedness and confidence Referencing Academic voice Formatting

Introductory course (Degree Prep) Social interaction Skills based assignments Recommendations