University introduction
Adults of all ages who are interested in attending university can take a “New Start” course in September to give them an idea of university life. The course is designed to help people get to know other older students, and to develop some of the skills needed for university study. Mr Robert Tobias, of the continuing education department, which runs the course, said “New Start” had been very
popular in past years, attracting about 50.t0 100 people.
The age range is normally from early 20s to over 60s. Some people had no formal qualifications while others had done university papers.
■ “New Start” offers a course of lectures and tutorials on Saturday mornings. People can sit in also on three or four regular lectures in a department of their
Mr Tobias said some people decided not to go on to university after taking the course, while others went on to take degree subjects, Certificates of Liberal Studies, or courses through Massey University or Lincoln College. Mr Tobias is happy to talk to anybody who may be interested in the course. The closing date for applications is September 9.
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