Your son or daughter may wish to go to university for any of the following reasons;
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to study something they enjoy
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to learn about a new subject area
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to gain high level qualifications
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to develop new skills, knowledge and interests
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to meet new people from all countries and backgrounds
95% of university students agree that going to university is a worthwhile experience.
From an employment perspective students will find
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Greater choice of careers for graduates
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Many professions require a university qualification
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Better promotion prospects in the workplace
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Over 68% of graduate employers do not mind what subject the degree is in
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Greater earning potential. According to the Office for National Statistics in 2011 the average earnings of a graduate compared to a non graduate are £12,000 more per year. As examples average earnings in banking and finance were £37,300 over the last decade (compared to £20,300 for a non graduate) and £27,000 in public administration, education and health (compared to £14,700 for a non graduate).