Kierri on Tertiary Education (response)

In this discussion, Kierri shares their views on tertiary education. They highlight the benefits of university in building independence and confidence, but also note the lack of necessary skills for challenges. They suggest offering classes on diverse topics and better support for mental health and finances. Challenging racism and introducing more flexibility in university programs are also mentioned.

Independence and self-confidence
Lack of necessary skills
Support for mental health and finances
Challenging institutionalized racism
Flexibility in university programs

tertiary education
university
independence
self-confidence
skills
classes
mental health
financial support
institutionalized racism
flexibility

Hi, I'm Kierri and I'm near Bristol. Today I'm talking about tertiary education and discussing what's good about it and what could be improved. One of the things I think university is really good for is building independence and self-confidence. However, there is also a downside to this, as students are often thrown into challenging situations without the necessary skills to deal with them. It would be helpful to have classes or available courses on various subjects such as budgeting and computer programming, even for students not studying those fields. These skills could improve both employability and overall quality of life.

I also believe there should be more support for mental health and financial issues. Ideally, I would eliminate tuition fees as they create hurdles for students from lower income families, making it easier for wealthier individuals to access education. This inequality feels wrong.

Regarding mental health support, it is crucial during this transitional phase of life. I believe counseling should be made compulsory from primary school onwards, as it allows individuals to express their feelings. Additionally, suicide risk can be high for young adults, so having more support services within educational institutions is important.

Another issue I have noticed is institutionalized racism within universities, which needs to be challenged. This problem stems from primary education, so it is essential to engage with schools across the country and show that regardless of background, university is an option for everyone.

Lastly, I would like to see more flexibility in university programs. Currently, degrees are typically structured as three, four, or six-year programs, with limited room for adjustments. It would be beneficial if universities allowed students to structure their education around single terms, with a requirement to complete a certain number of terms rather than a set time frame. This would accommodate unexpected circumstances and provide students with more flexibility.

Thank you.

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