A recent survey has showed that of the 679 graduates surveyed who had attended university, two thirds of those in a graduate job believed their degree played a very important part in them landing their first job. 34% of those surveyed went further to state that they believed their degree was indispensible, and a further 32% found their degrees to be 'somewhat useful'. The remaining third argued that they found their degrees to be unnecessary, and had not used any of the information or skills learnt when earning their degree, in their first job following their graduation.
Therefore, the survey has showed that gaining a degree at university has advanced the careers of two thirds of UK workers. The results of this survey provide an important counter-argument to all the recent media pessimism regarding higher education, and can help prove a justification for going to university, despite the increased yearly fees. As Mark Rhodes, of the jobs website which carried out the survey stated, 'The findings suggest taking a place at university is less bleak than the media may have us believe.'
Thus, evidence shows that going to university is not a waste of time and is worth it. Along with being able to study something you love, gaining independence and experience, learning self-discipline and advancing your social life, higher education really can help you find a job in the future, which certainly helps justify the increased fees. If deciding whether or not to go to university, make sure you think far in advance instead of being put off by the high prices, as in the long run being able to get a job when you graduate can be a good enough reason to get a degree.
Kate, GRB Journalist
