A quarter of young people face insufficient careers advice
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Nearly one in four school and college leavers did not have enough information to make informed choices about their next steps, according to a survey of more than 6,000 students.
The survey, commissioned by The Student Room, also found that only 18% felt there was no expectation to go to university, seeing them instead consider alternatives such as vocational courses and Apprenticeships.
One student told researchers: “I had to speak to my neighbour who had attended the college to understand what a good combination would be and receive suggestions.”
Jason Geall, chief executive of The Student Room, said the study shows there is a “black hole” in schools’ careers advice, and students from disadvantaged backgrounds are suffering the most.
“We urge whoever wins the next General Election to make immediate and long-lasting changes to schools’ careers advice in the UK, so that students are properly informed, can fulfil their lifetime ambitions, and not have any regrets,” he said.
Natalie Thornhill
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