Earnings:
If you opt to go to university you’ll have to wait till you’ve finished your degree before earning a full-time wage. An apprenticeship enables you to earn a decent wage whilst also learning key skills and gaining a qualification.
Qualifications:
Universities tend to offer four qualification levels; foundation degree, bachelor’s degree, master’s degree and post-doctoral degree (PhD).
Apprenticeships are recognised qualifications that work in levels ranging from level 2 – level 7. The benefit of an apprenticeship is that with your qualification you’ll also gain hands-on experience and apply your skills straight away.
Either way, receiving qualification from a university or an apprenticeship will set you up in a good position for getting a job.
Cost:
University degrees aren’t cheap – you have to pay student fees, for which you can take out a student loan… but many students end up with student debt.
Apprenticeships are completely free if you’re under 25 as the government and your employer will fund your training. You will also be earning a salary while you learn.
