There are clearly many benefits of getting a degree. But, like everything, it depends – not so much on where you go, but what you do when you get there.
But university is about so much more than this.
They also learn how to self-care and, over time, work out what they can cook on a budget, how much alcohol they can and should drink, whether weed really is helping them relax and what to do if they are feeling sad, worried or lonely. I have seen many transitions from dishevelled to washed, late to on time and permanently hungover to a recognition that this isn’t really the way to live in the longer term. Final year students often seem a long way from their fresher selves.
They also meet a whole range of “others” who look, sound and act differently to challenge their stereotypes and bring out their sense of adventure and tolerance. Watching the shyer students making friends and the “outsiders” finding their tribe as their backgrounds, cultures and even haircuts merge across a shared passion has been fabulous.
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All of this is due to getting out of their comfort zone, being around different people doing different things and feeling safe to make mistakes in a place where others are making similar mistakes around you.
Does the university matter? There are league tables for everything, and every university will rate the league table that rates them the highest. There are also century-old prejudices about which universities are the best (their Vice Chancellors were mates and used to meet at the Russell Hotel – yes, that’s why it’s called the Russell Group). According to this outmoded snobbery, I have worked at the best and worst of these but have always been the same me, doing my research and teaching my lectures.
Choose a university that will give you a healthy amount of pressure
Consider whether you want a campus or a city. Do you want a throbbing nightlife or a few bars and some greenery? Do you want to be able to pop home if you need to or to escape and break free? Do you want a massive cohort with huge lectures or something more intimate? Does the status of the people at the university actually reflect those who will be teaching you? And do you want to be able to impress people with where you attend, rather than having a great time when you are there? Pick wisely. It’s definitely horses for courses, so don’t be swayed by the nonsense, just judge by having a good look round, listening to current students and taking the open day talks with a healthy pinch of salt.
All universities talk about valuing teaching but check that their good teachers are rewarded and not treated like second-class citizens. They may talk the talk of student care and wellbeing, but make sure their hearts are in it and if you need additional support, they will be able to offer it.
Remember that you must also push yourself. University is the time to try new things, meet new people and become a better version of yourself. Get out of your room and off your laptop and join societies, try new sports and make friends with anyone and everyone.
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Read MoreSo, yes. I would say university is still worth it. Pick the one that suits you and get out of your comfort zone to maximise the benefit.
Everyone needs to grow up and get ready for adult life. I’ve spent my career in universities watching this happen. But if it’s not for you, then find another safe space in which to experiment with who you are and make mistakes. But wherever it is, be brave and use the time before the rest of your life kicks in to find out who you really want to be.
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