Students more conscientous
A poll released this week by MORI has shown that today's students are more conscientious and committed to their studies than ever, with 8 out of 10 students believing University will lead them to a successful career.
Veronica King, Vice President of the National Union of Students, said, "The old fashioned perceptions of students are out of date. Due to rising debt and the pressure to find a well-paid job at the end of their course, students are being forced to take their studies very seriously."
Over 50% say they are under much more stress than before university, with three quarters of students in debt, 41% work part-time to supplement their income. Bill Rammell, Higher Education Minister, said, "This report shows how students are testing the competencies they'll need in future: academic proficiency, working under pressure, team building, and self confidence."
Days of waking up at 1:30pm just in time to catch the lunchtime edition of Neighbours might well be numbered, especially with the impending stress of £2,000 per year extra in tuition fees for incoming students.
