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It can be a daunting experience for anyone starting university for the first time. As someone who decided to attend after a few years out of education, I found it challenging to balance my personal life with studying. To combat this affecting my mental health, I have found ways to make sure I’m looking after myself whilst still succeeding academically. Here are my tips for looking after your mental health as a mature student at university.

It’s a relief to be doing assignments on topics that I actually enjoy, and the sense of freedom is amazing. Even though I am only in my first year, I already feel so connected with Essex and look forward to what the next years ahead bring!

With Results Day on the horizon, you might be thinking about what your options are once you get your results. Whether you don’t achieve the grades you need or have just changed your mind on your chosen course or university, Clearing is your last chance to secure a university place to start in 2023.