Sunday, October 7, 2012

Portfolio Task 2


Reasons for studying and employer support in the UK


The first bar graph examines whether students of all ages study for a career or for personal interest while the second chart shows which age group employers are willing to support by allowing them time off work or assistance with tuition fees.
80% of students under 26 study in order to pursue a career. This reason is not so important as students become older. Approximately 20% of students over the age of 49 view this as relevant. A reverse trend is seen in students who study for their personal interest. Only 10% of those under 26 do this. The percentage increases together with age and 70% of those over 49 study for interest. For the age group 40-49, those who study for a career and those out of interest are equal (40%).
Employers are willing to support those under 26 (60%), between 26 and 29 (50%) and those over 49 (42%). There is less willingness to provide aid to those between 30 and 49 years of age. The percentage for these two groups ranges between 30-32%.
In conclusion, more students are studying for career than are studying for interest. At the end, employers choose to support the younger age groups more.

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