Doing things by degrees going to university
What do you think of when you hear ‘university’? In recent decades, the number of undergraduates entering university
has risen, and subsequently, many entry roles in a number of industries automatically require a degree.
Employability Since it’s more common than ever to enter the workforce with a degree,
universities offer many more subjects and vocation-focused courses these days, and it’s possible to study a degree in almost any discipline or fi eld out there. Universities are increasingly obliged to explain what kind of employability
their courses and degrees will result in after graduation and of course if you pursue a career, such as a nurse, vet or teacher, then you’ll need to study in that subject or discipline. So... is it worth it? Given that a student is likely to leave uni with a little (or more than a little) debt,
it’s a reasonable question. One that institutions must answer by providing a good customer experience, high quality courses and, most of all, demonstrating what a graduate can expect – and expect to earn – from studying with them. Graduates are also entering a competitive job market and will be keen to show that they have the edge with their qualifi cation over fellow candidates. Mostly, degrees last three years, often with only the last two counting
towards the eventual degree classifi cation. The structure of the degree, what constitutes the fi nal mark, whether it’s exam- or coursework-based, and whether a dissertation is necessary to achieve ‘honours’ varies according to the institution and course. It is a good idea, therefore, to confront your feelings about exams and giving
presentations, and also the self-discipline and motivation, not to mention organisation, it takes to complete the required coursework. There are courses that are almost, or entirely, exam-free and rely exclusively on coursework. Some, however, will require a certain amount of testing under exam conditions, as well as, say, giving presentations. It may depend entirely on the type of degree subject and where you’re studying... but if you have strong feelings about any of these (or, more to the point, some good and/ or bad habits relating to the way you work, revise or your performance under exam pressure), it’s worth your while researching the courses, for instance, at an open day or at the What University? Live event – that’s what it’s there for.
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