A Critical Analysis of Higher Education

 Higher education may be defined as ‘’any type of education offered in post-secondary institutions of learning, usually at the end of a course of study, a degree, diploma, or certificate of higher education.’’ Higher education includes teacher training schools, junior colleges, and institutes of technology. Higher education institutions include not only universities and colleges but also various vocational schools that provide preparation in fields such as law, theology, medicine, business, music and art. Higher education also includes teacher training schools, junior colleges, and the Institute of Technology. Oxford dictionary defines higher education as ‘’education at a college or a university, especially to a degree level.’’  With massive population growth, higher education is the need of the hour for the Pakistani youth. The young generation eagerly seeks quality education from the top institutions so they may be endorsed by mega corporations. However, the glass is still half empty as usual. From the bureaucratic “Red Tape” to lack to affiliated programs, Higher education in Pakistan suffers from many illnesses. This is further hampered by the traditional education system and rising fees of the institutes. In addition to, low GDP investment in higher education, there is a mismatch between the required qualifications and skills needed. Although these drawbacks plague our country’s higher education system, it is still possible bring the necessary change. A strong commitment to research and knowledge is fundamental to reviving the education system in Pakistan. In addition, the reduction in corporate prices is significant. Focusing on investing in technology instead of old brick and mortar companies is clearly fruitful. Restructuring the institutions is crucial in this regard. Instead of the goal of getting a job and joining the rat race, our education system direly needs to focus on creating entrepreneurs, innovators, scientists, thinkers, and writers. Implementation of the policy framework will ensure the change in brought about.

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