Undergraduate Degrees Lifetime Earnings 2020-06-22
2020-06-22
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The Institute for Fiscal Studies published a report in February 2020 titled 'The impact of undergraduate degrees on lifetime earnings' which highlighted significant concerns about the economic return on investment for many students.
What steps are being taken to address the findings of the IFS report, particularly regarding the negative economic returns for 30% of students and the need for a stronger technical education system?
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