Will getting a degree benefit me in terms of future employment prospects?

Although having a degree won’t automatically secure you a job, it does increase the chances of you getting one.

Unemployment rates for graduates as a whole are lower than those for the rest of the population. They also tend to progress up the career ladder more quickly than those with fewer qualifications.

What about pay?

It is difficult to make generalisations about graduate pay rates as these can vary widely depending on the occupation pursued and the region of the country, but studies show that both men and women benefit financially from having a degree, earning more on average than those with lower qualifications.

It is a sad fact however, that despite equal opportunities legislation on equal pay, there are still variations in pay for males and females. For up to date information on graduate salaries go to Prospects, the official UK website for graduates.

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