At Developing a Student, we aim to assist students and graduates in any way we can. We understand that student guidance is an essential part of this assistance. So, too, is guiding students’ support systems, in the form of their parents and university tutors or lecturers.
The Importance of Student Guidance
Going to university can involve many hurdles for a student to overcome. Most of the time, these hurdles are learning experiences that the student should conquer themselves. They include soft skills, such as time management, adaptability, and communication skills. However, a student may often need a helping hand or to be pointed in the right direction, especially at first. In this case, their first port of call will usually be their close family and academic tutors or lecturers.
When this happens, it’s important to be prepared so you can support and guide them in the best way possible.
Adapting to University Life
Some students struggle more than others with the transition to university life. And although the average dropout rate in the UK has dropped to 5.3%, it could be even lower. We believe that by offering all the guidance and support we can to parents and tutors or lecturers, we can help to improve students’ experiences at university. After all, university is meant to be an unforgettable experience that helps prepare us for the working world.
In turn, this will reduce the likelihood of students leaving university early and help to increase students’ academic performance. Knowing how difficult today’s job market is, every inch of success in the early years of a student’s career can make them stand out to employers.
Offering Support
We’ve created custom pages offering student guidance for parents and lecturers or tutors in order to equip you with the necessary tools and knowledge for their continued success.
Support for Parents
For parents, the primary student guidance and support you can provide comes before university begins, particularly during the application process. This can be an extremely stressful time for students, so having a good grasp of the application process can help to relieve their stress. Furthermore, students will need a significant amount of guidance when it comes to understanding how their chosen degree could translate into a successful career. For student guidance and tips, head over to our dedicated page for parents.
Support for Lecturers & Tutors
For university lecturers and tutors, you may see your students several times a week. However, these are most likely brief encounters before or after a lecture. Therefore, it can be difficult to break through and really understand your students’ needs. When teaching larger groups, this is made even more difficult as there’s simply not enough time to cater to the needs of each student. Your best option is to tailor your student guidance and teaching so that everyone can approach and access it in the way that suits them. For more details, visit our dedicated information and support page for tutors and lecturers.
