Higher education in Britain is still good value compared with America
University fees in Britain could soon reach £14,000 a year, but comparisons with the cost of American universities are misplaced
By THE DATA TEAM
UNIVERSITIES in Britain may soon be able to charge £14,000 ($17,200) a year for new fast-track degrees. These proposed two-year courses will cost the same £28,000 as the standard three-year course, but living expenses will be reduced. Previous generations of British students enjoyed free college education and the very fact that universities charge for courses still prickles many Brits. Last week’s announcement of fast-track degrees prompted more talk of a college education in Britain resembling the American-style fees system, but these comparisons are mostly misleading.
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