Fewer people should be encouraged to go to the university

Nowadays, most people go to the university because it is expected from them. This fact has created a new attitude to the university education – it’s no longer a privilege, now it’s a duty. But is it right to force all people to go to the university?

Some people may admit that all of us have a right to experience university education and have an access to the knowledge provided by universities. Moreover, they believe that graduates have a better opportunity to find well-paid jobs. But there are many reasons why we should reduce a number of people studying at universities.

To start with, universities can’t take every student who applies because there are only a limited number of places. And this means that university education should be provided only to the most suitable people for this type of education. Secondly, vocational courses can produce better employees because they teach the specific skills necessary for a particular job. And it’s logical for employers to employ people with professional experience instead of those who have only theoretical knowledge. Finally, students are sometimes forced through the university although it’s not right for them.  And if they don't fulfill all university requirements, they throw away three or more years of their lives and then without any degree have to start looking for a not so lucrative job.

In conclusion, only people with specific skills and a certain talent are suitable for studying at the university. And if you don’t belong to this group, don’t worry. You can take a vocational course and it’s possible that you’ll find a well-paid job sooner than a graduate from the university. All in all, I definitely agree with the idea that fewer people should be encouraged to go to the university.