Posted 16 Jul 2010

Worries about the economy has resulted in a record number of youngsters applying to university, with more than 660,000 doing so, it was reported on July 16th.

This is an increase of 11.6 per cent from last year, when 590,000 people applied to university. It is thought that more people are choosing further education instead of finding a job due to the recession.

However, because of caps on university places, 170,000 teens could miss out on going to university compared to the 100,000 who are rejected in an average year.

Nicola Dandridge, chief executive of Universities UK, said: “Applicants may have to be more flexible in their choices than in previous years.

”Despite the increased competition, there will still be places available through the clearing process.“

People who fail to obtain a university place this year could consider taking a ”http://www.onlinetefl.com/“>TEFL course instead. This will train them to ”http://www.onlinetefl.com/tefl-jobs-abroad/">teach English abroad.

Teaching English abroad could help school-leavers gain practical experience and learn communication skills.

CV advice service The Write Stuff advised those searching for a job to fill any gaps between education and employment by learning new skills.
 

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