After School: Attitudes & perceptions of Northern Ireland school leavers towards higher & further education, training & employment

Summary:

This research report assesses school pupils' attitudes and intentions towards further and higher education, training and employment. A particular focus of the research included an examination of the factors which are important to pupils when they make up their minds about applying to Higher Education (HE). The report indicates that student choices are most heavily influenced by their desire to go to the best place for their chosen course, rather than a strong desire to leave Northern Ireland. The report also examines how the availability of financial support influences pupils’ decisions about entering HE and also examines the key factors that influence pupils’ choices about HE including the role of peers, parents and careers guidance.

Publish Date:

30 June 2008

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