1. Last year the number of students applying to University dropped and is
continuing to decrease. The fees for entry at University made this impact,
making it difficult for students to pay the fees. It costs £9, 000 per year for a
student to go to University; it costs £23 to send off their UCAS form as well. The
price for University adds up, leaving students unsure whether they can afford
to attend further education.
We spoke to Harriet, a higher education co-ordinator.
Question: Have you noticed a difference in the number of students applying
for University?
Answer:
Question: What can the students do to help them apply for University?
Answer:
We also spoke to Beth Melia; a student at Eccles College, the cost for
University has put Beth off applying.
Question: How difficult has it been to apply for University?
Answer:
Question: Was it the price that made you decide not to apply?
We spoke to Chris Owen, another Eccles Student who has applied for
University.
Question: Was the price for University an issue at any point of applying?
Answer:
Question: Do you think the cost of University is expensive?
Answer:
The cost of applying for University has decreased the amount of students
enrolling.