Discussion Questions
University
Student A
- What is the best university in your country?
- A gap year between school and university is popular in some countries. What is your opinion on this?
- Some countries are known for making university education easier so that students can pass easily. Your opinion on this matter.
- Is university life more about studying or having fun?
- What do you think are the easiest degrees to study at university?
- What are the most common problems in a university?
- Which country would be cool to go and do a university degree in?
- Do you think some universities are overrated?
- Do you think university today is different from 20 years ago?
- There is a world shortage of tradesmen (bricklayers, electricians, etc). Do you think universities should offer degrees in such subjects?
Student B
- In most developed countries, less than 50% of people go to university. What is the percentage in your country?
- Should students work for a year before starting university?
- Do you know of any students who went to university for reasons other than education? (Like sport, for example, to find a spouse, etc)
- What is the most ridiculous degree you have heard of?
- Would you like to do a degree through distance learning and online courses?
- Is it easy to share a room with a few other people?
- Which part of university life do you think is the most exciting?
- Should university education be free?
- Would you like your children to go to university?
- Are universities expensive in your country? Does the education fee prevent many students from going to university?
