Preparing Students For Further Education
Preparing students for further education is essential to ensure that the journey from high school to college or university is relatively smooth and trouble free. One of the biggest issues facing students who have recently left school is adapting to the new environments of university and college.
Why Do Students Go Into Further Education?
There are a number of different reasons as to why students may choose to go into further education. One of the main reasons that students do this is to improve their overall qualifications and to aim to work towards a career. One of the most popular forms of further education for students across the UK is college. College offers a range of diverse courses such as apprenticeships as well as traditional trades such as hairdressing , car mechanics etc. Courses can be completed at college which allow later entry into a university.
University is also popular but more difficult to get into as often universities have high entry requirements and have students from across the world applying to study there.Furthermore there are also a variety of different factors that new students need to adapt to once they have started university or college and later in this article we will discuss these.
What Are The Main Challenges Facing Students Going Into Further Education?
There are a variety of different challenges that can face students going into further education. One of the biggest issues facing new students is managing their finances. Many students find that upon starting further education managing money can be a struggle and can lead to debt if not managed carefully. One of the best ways in which students can be helped is by having finance and money workshops setup at at schools to educate students on how they can best manage their money overall. Furthermore it is important that students are made aware that they can make use of advice services at university whilst studying.
Another key challenge facing students going into further education is the level and volume of work they receive. Often it can come as a shock to some new students just how much work they get given at university. Furthermore the average student should get used to working independently and studying outside of class as this is an essential skill at college as well as university. One way in which this can be done is through the setup of classes to give current students an insight into university and college life.
What Are The Major Steps The Can Be Taken To Prepare Students For Further Education?
- Implement regular information sessions in the run up to the start of university and college to offer students advice
- Have contact numbers for student services and support networks put up on public noticeboards
- Ensure students are speaking to their link tutors about what their plans are for after leaving school
- Careers and education workshops with visitors from universities , colleges and different firms
Conclusion
Overall to conclude it is clear that there is a lot students need to prepare for prior to going into further education or alternatively into the jobs world. Schools should try to do more to ensure that students are confident leaving school and better prepared for what lies ahead.
Denese Decosse is an education writer specializing in early childhood development and primary education. She focuses on innovative teaching methods, child-friendly learning environments, and strategies to support young learners.
