Supporting students from Northern Ireland: Exploring the barriers and enablers for a successful transition to higher education in the UK - HEA Annual Conference 2017 - Generation TEF: Teaching in the spotlight

Liverpool John Moores University is situated in close-proximity to Ireland. Accordingly the university recruits a large number of students particularly from Northern Ireland. Traditionally it has been noted that Northern Irish students although classed as ‘home students’ often struggle in making the transition to Higher Education in the UK. This paper will explore the barriers and enablers faced by students comparing the Northern Ireland experience alongside that of other UK students.