What do you believe are the main concerns for prospective students, and what may prevent them from entering higher education?
the increasing requirements for admission to higher education institutions and the relatively average results of the state matriculation exams of graduates.
relevance of the course to current and future industry requirements and subsequent employment opportunities. also, the cost of financing the academic process and future repayments.
the biggest concern is the tuition fees, and the uncertainty about the state-funded place in the program.
i feel that colleges in this country need to realign their current course offerings to the employment sector instead of simply trying to fill courses. courses should be directly linked to 'actual jobs,' and learners are beginning to realize that this is not always the case. the high number of learners who leave college and do not enter the employment for which they have been trained is a concern for everyone.
one needs a steady income, which means they have to look for a job and choose studies alongside work, as well as uncertainty about what they would like to study, incorrect subjects chosen in school, and exams.
financial issues
geographical position
lack of motivation
bad results at school