Go Higher blog

Welcome to our blog!

Many of our alumni share with us their personal stories; below you can read about their journey through Go Higher and beyond, as well as news and updates from the Go Higher team.

You can also read about the experiences of the Go Higher team, many who have been adult learners and are Go Higher alumni. 

Follow us

@livgohigher  @gohigherdiploma  

From Gogglebox sofa to a degree via Go HigherFrom Gogglebox sofa to a degree via Go Higher

From Gogglebox sofa to a degree via Go Higher

At the University of Liverpool December graduations this year, 2024, the traditional student speech was given by Gogglebox and Go Higher star Viv Woedenweber.

Posted on: 5 January 2025

The Luck of the Irish

The Luck of the Irish

On 12th July 2019 I drove into Liverpool for my Go Higher assessment full of nervous anxiety and anticipation for what was to come. I had been encouraged by a friend to think about doing an Access to Higher Education course. I had no idea what it was.

Posted on: 19 September 2024

From no qualifications to a first-class degree in nursingFrom no qualifications to a first-class degree in nursing

From no qualifications to a first-class degree in nursing

My name is Joanne Henry and started Go Higher in 2018 as a mature student. I left school with no formal qualifications and since then had always worked in the retail sector.

Posted on: 9 August 2024

Opening doors and being a beacon of hopeOpening doors and being a beacon of hope

Opening doors and being a beacon of hope

I am thrilled to share my heartfelt gratitude to the University of Liverpool for offering the Diploma for Go Higher Programme – a remarkable initiative designed to open doors and beacon of hope for those who, due to various reasons, have been unable to pursue their educational goals and have had to suppress their ambitions.

Posted on: 4 August 2024

From a shaky start to a first-class degree

From a shaky start to a first-class degree

Although I was considered quite bright in the small primary school I attended, when I started high school as an undiagnosed autistic child I became incredibly overwhelmed and found the only way to cope with the extra sensory and social pressure was to coast through.

Posted on: 15 July 2024

The essential PLUS for returning to learning at Liverpool

The essential PLUS for returning to learning at Liverpool

If you are a mature student, returner to learning or someone who has experienced a disrupted education, you may be anxious about the support available for anyone not familiar with higher education and its challenges.

Posted on: 16 May 2024

Return to Learn Day 2024Return to Learn Day 2024

Return to Learn Day 2024

Storm Lillian might have been causing chaos across the North West, but nothing could dampen the spirits of everyone involved in this year’s Return to Learn Day.

Posted on: 15 April 2024

How not to be afraid of Maths – a tutor’s storyHow not to be afraid of Maths – a tutor’s story

How not to be afraid of Maths – a tutor’s story

My name is Stephen Kearns and I am the module co-ordinator for the maths module on Go Higher.

Posted on: 27 March 2024

Go Higher – a true sense of community and support

Go Higher – a true sense of community and support

I joined the Go Higher programme at just 19, I had always wanted to opportunity to be able to help others and wanted to serve justice and after doubting my self, it gave me an opportunity to follow my dream.

Posted on: 17 March 2024

Blog