Experiential and Outdoor Learning in the Transition to University Courses—The Mathematics Case

Student retention is a priority in universities, as drop-out rates among university students within 12 months of starting continue to rise, according UK figures released by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) (https://www.hesa.ac.uk/data-and-analysis/performance-indicators/non-continuation, accessed February 2022), and with approximately quarter freshmen not enrolling for second year US (NSC Research Centre. 2020. Persistence Retention. Snapshot report. https://nscresearchcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/PersistenceRetention2020.pdf, 1 June 2021). The transition university, particular mathematics degree, challenging period many students. Several methods support HE through this initial stage have been developed across years, mostly designed academic settings. This paper will describe an innovative approach, beyond traditional classroom, which involves three-day residential course tailored specifically into HE, examining its implementation BSc Mathematics MMath degree programs effectiveness first-year at University Central Lancashire. results provide evaluation intervention over four showing positive impact on attainment, together increased student participation engagement.