What actually is Higher Education?

It's all a bit daunting right? You're coming up the end of your time at college, or want to gain more qualifications and you're thinking of higher education. It can all seem a bit too much, so let's start with talking about what higher education (let's call it HE) actually is. 

Higher education is basically a way of furthering your career prospects. It offers a diverse range of qualifications and courses in the form of first degrees, higher national diplomas and foundation degrees. The majority of the time these courses take place in universities, but you can find them in other place if you wish, for example, a specialist institution.  There are thousands of options available, and you can choose whichever course/diploma you like based on what you enjoy studying or wish to do as a career in the future.  

You might be thinking: Why should I choose higher education? Well, here are some points you should consider!

• Depending on which course you choose, there may be a vocational programme included that is directed to particular work areas. They could also offer something called a "sandwich" year. No, this has nothing to do with the food, but it does gain you some invaluable experience that just might give you the edge over another job applicant!
• For some careers like medicine or teaching, a degree is essential.
• University and college brings together all different kinds of people from various backgrounds. This will help your confidence, gain you new friends and will benefit your understanding of different cultures.
• A higher national qualification can increase your financial potential.

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