The average student in England leaves university with £47,700 debt - is a degree worth it?
University tuition fees in England are set to rise annually in line with inflation starting in 2026. This policy change follows concerns from universities regarding funding pressures and the declining real-term value of frozen tuition fees.
Why it matters
The rising cost of higher education significantly impacts student debt levels and raises questions about the long-term financial return on investment for a degree.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Hazel Shearing Education correspondent Getty Images Graduates in England leave university with more than £47,500 in student debt, according to new statistics.
The article presents factual data regarding tuition fee changes and university funding arguments without taking a stance on the policy.
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