An experiential transition day for the biosciences - preparing second level students for entry to university life

The first year at university is regarded as instrumental in laying the foundations for future academic success. It is widely acknowledged as a time of great change, both socially and academically, as pupils leave school and encounter a new curriculum and pedagogy. Despite this, the majority of students still enter university with a poor appreciation of what university life and work entails. We organised a Transition Day for prospective Biomedical and Biological Science students to emphasis the adjustments required to successfully bridge the gap between school and university.