Sense of belonging in higher education contributes to students' wellbeing and academic
attainment. However, there is ambiguity about the definition and measurement of sense of …

This article offers a rethinking of a fundamental area of higher education research and
practice: the concept of belonging. Extending the considerable international research …

Background Women and ethnic minorities have historically been underrepresented in some
STEM fields. It is therefore important to understand the factors influencing students' …

Declining graduate labour markets, perceived devaluing of degree qualifications, and
intense focus on graduate employment metrics have increased pressure on universities to …

What does it mean to work, teach and learn in higher education today? And more
importantly, what should, and could, it mean? These are fundamental questions that speak …

This study provides a narrative synthesis of the findings published in journal articles from a
broad range of scientific fields about the impact of extracurricular activities (ECAs) on the …

Higher education is increasingly concerned with providing students with experiences that
enhance employability. Sitting outside the curriculum, extra-or co-curricular activities that …

Having a secure sense of belonging at school supports students' academic achievement
and well-being. However, little research has examined how students' personalities relate to …

Belonging is considered to be a positive foundation for students' well-being and success at
university; however, in this article, we argue that it is time to think about belonging more …

Background The years people spend attending university or college are often filled with
transition and life change. Younger students often move into their adult identity by working …