Educational Upward Mobility

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Focusing on the challenges faced by working-class individuals in higher education, the book explores the factors that contribute to their success against the odds. By comparing the social contexts, educational institutions, and policies in Austria and England, it reveals unexpected similarities in the experiences of those who thrive. Utilizing Bourdieu's concept of habitus, the analysis provides insights into the underlying mechanisms that facilitate achievement in higher education for this demographic.