Students in England are being offered a new alternative to their traditional three-year college course.
They will now have the option to get an accelerated degree in just two years time.
Universities Minister Sam Gyimah confirmed the new academic plan, saying that the universities will charge higher fees for the more compact courses.
According to the BBC, on average students would save about £5,500 when compared to the cost of a three-year course
However, this £11,000 yearly price is above the legal cap of £9,250 and has to be approved by Parliament first. Students will be able to spend the money they save at their discretion, whether they decide to buy essay online or pay for additional courses. This step should attract new students who value their money and time.
This fast-track degree would have the same number of lecturing hours, instead offering a longer semester length (45 week academic years).
This option would not only make university more affordable but would be ideal fof students with family and work commitments.
The Universities Minister said the program is intended for “mature students and those who commute, who were previously locked out of higher education".
However, colleges would have to undergo major lesson plan restructuring to adapt their courses into the significantly shorter time frame.
Vice-chancellor of University of Buckingham told the BBC that his university started offering two-year courses over 40 years ago.
“Two-year degrees are a more efficient and cost-effective method for students to get on with their careers and their lives,” he said.
“Universities offering three-year degrees will find it difficult to restructure.
“We would like the universities minister to engage in discussions with us in order to assist independent providers who offer two-year degrees.”
If approved the courses could be offered as early as next year.
