Higher education: it’s good for you (and society)

People who attend university are less likely to commit crime, drink heavily or smoke, according to a new database of evidence on the social benefits of higher education.

They are also more likely to vote, volunteer, have higher levels of tolerance and educate their children better than non-graduates, according to data contained in a research paper published by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills on 1 November.Drawing on existing research on the wider social benefits of higher study, the paper is titled ‘The Benefits of Higher Education Participation for Individuals and Society: Key Findings and Reports’.

Subtitled ‘The Quadrant’, the different benefits are divided into those which help the individual, the market and society, as well as those benefits classified as non-market, with many benefits fulfilling several such functionsThe report says that it is “not [an] attempt to present an exhaustive review of the evidence supporting each identified benefit”.

“Rather it highlights a small number of clear findings for each – presenting quantitative results wherever possible – and some brief information about the studies from which they are derived,” the report adds.

The document was unveiled last week by universities and science minister David Willetts during his discussions about the legacy of the 1963 Robbins Report, which detailed the wider social benefits of university education in its call for higher student numbers.The new report presents evidence that higher education participation improves social cohesion, social mobility, social capital and political stability.

Wider non-market benefits to individuals highlighted include a populace more likely to vote, longer life expectancy, greater life satisfaction, better general health and lower incidence of obesity.Economic benefits to society include increased tax revenues, faster economic growth, greater innovation and labour market flexibility, while individuals profit from higher earnings, lower unemployment and higher productivity.

Source: https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/higher-education-its-good-for-you-and-society/2008681.article

Related Articles

Textiles and Technology: Innovations Transforming the World of Clothing

We've come a long way, haven't we? From fur and leaves to tech-infused fabrics, the amalgamation of textiles and technology is nothing short of...

Memorable Things Which Take Us Back To The 90’s

The 1990's generation is all about creativity and ingenuity, living through changes that occurred over time but recalling memories from your youth can bring...

Tips for Beauty Products Marketing

Beauty has grown to become one of the largest industries worldwide. Everyone relies on this industry for our best looks and feel by using...

7 Tips for Starting a Successful Clothing Line

7 Tips for Starting a Successful Clothing Line The ability to create your own clothing line is now easier than ever. You can set up...

7 Tips to Help You Plan Your Next Clothes Shopping Trip

7 Tips to Help You Plan Your Next Clothes Shopping Trip Shopping for clothes is much less fun now that I am a mother. I...

What does it take to build a fashion brand?

What does it take to build a fashion brand? Fashion brands transform plain and basic clothing into fashionable, trendy, and stylish. Each clothing company has...

5 Must-have Clothing Items for Every Women’s Wardrobe

Why Wardrobe Essentials Are Important! Ladies! Deciding on a work outfit has its perks. It can make you feel confident, establish a routine, and impact...

Five Clothing Items Every Woman Should Have!

Wardrobe essentials: Why you need them! Ladies! There are many benefits to choosing a work outfit. You feel confident and it sets you up for...

Original Penguin High Quality Mens Clothing Brand

Original Penguin High Quality Mens Clothing Brand Mens Clothing Brand of today are searching for simple, stylish clothes that are high quality and well-crafted. The...

Social Pages

1,000FansLike
1,000FollowersFollow
1,000FollowersFollow

Subscribe⇘

spot_imgspot_img

Mature Dating Relationship – Building One of Your Own

Many people often ponder how to build a mature dating relationship not knowing that the answer is right in front of them. The easiest...

How to Hire Corporate Entertainment

For many people, hiring entertainment for a corporate event can be an overwhelming task. The entertainment you select has to be professional and suited...

The question that I’ve been pondering lately is this: what exactly is lifestyle design?

It was only a few weeks ago that I first heard the term lifestyle design. I had no idea what exactly that meant, but in...

Tips On Booking The Best Entertainment Talent Agency

When you host an event, particularly a business event, you want to make sure that you not only have the tasks associated with the...

What Happens When A Kid Leaves Traditional Education

Logan’s story parallels that of another boy, Jacob Barnett, who was put into Special Education by his school until his parents intervened, electing to homeschool him instead. Jacob...
error: Content is protected !!