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Latest figures released by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (Hesa) reflect a rise in the number of university students dropping out in UK universities. Below are the university drop-out rates for 2009-10 and how they compare with the figures from 2008-09:
- Scotland: 9.4% – up from 9.3%
- Wales: 9% – up from 7.4%
- England: 8.4% – up from 7.8%
- Northern Ireland: 8.3% – down from 9%
- UK: 8.6% – up from 7.9%
Source: Higher Education Statistics Agency
Statistics above show that Northern Ireland is the only territory showing positive improvement, with their drop-out numbers actually decreasing by 0.7%, while Wales registered the highest drop-out increase at 1.6%.
According to Prof John Hughes, Higher Education Wales chair and Bangor University vice-chancellor, there are many factors influencing students to leave university early, but the current state of the economy is a probable reason for the increase of student drop-outs across the UK. According to him, “A lot of students struggle financially and if their parents are in financial difficulties it can lead to them dropping out”.
Luke Young, president of the National Union of Students Wales, gives the perspective of students on this issue. He believes that students drop out when they decide that their course, or university study altogether, may not be their calling. He also said that this situation is reflective of the issues in education that are not being addressed.
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