P/EC/32. Dissertation. Motivations behind higher education in various groups of students

The dissertation examines the motivation to engage in higher education in various groups of students focusing on traditional and mature students. A literature review is offered touching on the theories of motivation and learning, the gender issues of learning, etc. Secondary research data are analysed and applied to the primary data collected through a questionnaire. Conclusions are made about motivational differences between traditional and mature university students in terms of participating in higher education.