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Is University The Right Choice For My Child?

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A university education is certainly impressive and something to be proud of. It can help to open many doors but for some it’s been a harder process than for others. There has been much discussion around this topic and the potential issue of poor-quality degrees in recent months and whether children should go to university. Unfortunately, there is a hefty price tag associated with getting a degree here in the UK. The average student will set themselves back by £45,800 by the end of their degree and, for many, the careers that they take on following cannot justify such a step. We wanted to learn more about the issue at hand and spoke with a college that shared some interesting points that we’ve shared below.

Is University The Right Choice?

Technical Careers

Ultimately, this decision is completely individual. For students wanting to pursue a career that requires extensive subject knowledge and training such as dentistry or pharmacy, yes, a degree would be a good choice. There are other options to get into the areas, however, a degree will need to be completed at some point for further progression.

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Working Things Out

If your child is still unsure about what they want to do, university is a great place to work that out. Studying a joint honours degree and one that aligns with their interests can help them to figure things out and develop as an individual during their time. However, it is a very expensive means of doing so which is why it is important for children to have a think whilst at school or college and try to gain industry experience.

Higher Level of Thinking

There are many jobs out there that award high salaries and accept any degree so long as it is a degree of some sort. This is because they demonstrate a higher level of thinking which employers’ favour and demand.

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