We know that our students at Arden often come from different geographical and cultural backgrounds. Some might have studied in countries other than the UK and have had different formative educational experiences. For many, English is not their first language. For some, the conventions of academic writing are different from the ones they are familiar with, or are altogether new. We celebrate this diversity of course, but it is important to consider the issue of ‘identity construction’ within such a diverse student body.
