About 10-15 years ago though, the government went on a huge university drive and encouraged all and sundry to go to university regardless of whether they had in interest in their selected subject. The benefits for mass university attendance are obvious; students have a huge effect on their surrounding economy, culture and environment. The only draw back is that an average degree doesn’t hold half the kudos it used to and employers are starting to seek experience alongside qualification.  

Any modern jobseeker will tell you of their frustration with age old catch 22; experience. You can’t get a job without but you can’t get it without a job. Apprenticeships get past that.  

The world of apprenticeships holds huge benefits; paid work on the job, periodic study and the chance to learn on the job and from a seasoned professional. British industry has suffered greatly from the lack of skilled tradesman and administrators and, I believe, the reintroduction of wholesale apprenticeships will have a huge effect on the quality of staff and expertise the country will produce.  

Do you agree? Have you benefitted from university rather than working and going to college? Should university be just for scholars, doctors and professionals? Let me know your thoughts, feel free to comment on our Facebook page.  

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