My Yr12 DD will be going to a higher education exhibition run by UCAS for sixth formers next week.
I looked on the UCAS page to see who would be there and found this, written by UCAS, on the "Why exhibit?"
We’ve pulled together everything you need to know to raise your brand profile and help you find out more about how you can benefit from exhibiting at events. Afterwards, our unique audience reach means you can keep the conversation flowing. Early engagement with your target audience will help maximise your conversion rates when the time is right. UCAS
Is it only me who feels shock at how universities have changed since I went 30 years ago, when it was a real achievement to get to one.
This makes it so clear that universities are chasing our children's (and our) money. I find it quite depressing and wonder how on earth 16-17 year olds are supposed to choose when they are up against this.
If my DD doesn't get her first choice, which is a no-brainer for quality, I really don't know how to advise her to choose (Arts degree).
Beyond the gloss, freebies (best from the low ranking unis apparently) and respected league tables how can you be sure what you're getting? Do unis have to be honest about the contact hours/ modules / employment stats they give?
The whole higher ed thing seems like a big mis-selling racket for a significant proportion of the courses and I am dreading next year when DD applies.
Any advice on how to select a degree which will actually be worth the money?
DD has looked at apprenticeships but they are mainly business/ law/ accountancy/ IT/ engineering which she doesn't unfortunately have any interest in.
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alfreddo · 27/02/2018 10:52
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