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A comparison of the academic experiences and achievement of university students entering by traditional and non-traditional means
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Cantwell, Robert;  Archer, Jennifer;  Bourke, Sid
Description
The changing demographic profile of many universities has been reflected in the increasing presence of mature-aged students on campus and the increased acceptance of non-traditional qualifications allowing entry to undergraduate programmes. Recent research has suggested that such changes have not been accompanied by a diminution of academic standards. In the present study, we examine the academic performance of students entering a university via traditional and non-traditional means using database records for three years of entry. Analysis revealed a marginal disadvantage in academic performance for students entering via non-traditional enabling programmes, but a positive effect for mature age on entry. The results were broadly consistent with earlier studies and conŽrm the equity goals of more open access to undergraduate study.
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Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education Vol. 26, Issue 3, p. 221-234
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http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/02602930120052387
Date
2001
Publisher
Routledge
Keyword(s)
mature-age students;  non-traditional qualifications;  university entry;  academic performance;  enabling programmes
Resource Type
journal article
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http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/27089
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ISSN:0260-2938
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