Some people think that University students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

When discussing whether students should
study
subjects they find interesting, or concentrate on subjects that are
useful
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useful, such
such
as physics and mathematics, one should bear in mind the complexity of the issue. Some people believe that the University is the place to achieve knowledge that will later assist the students to reach a stable and profitable
proffesion
the body of people in a learned occupation
profession
professions
. Others, including myself, believe that people should
study
whatever they find interesting, because it will stimulate their mind and increase their intellect. In the following essay I will provide
arfuments
a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true
arguments
and examples to support my opinion. One view in favour of my opinion is that young people who
study
subjects they like are stimulated much more. As
result their
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result, their
compliance
increases leading
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increases, leading
to better academic performances and higher chances of getting a good Job. The New York Times,
for example
, reported in 2008 that NYU graduates who majored in
subjects
Suggestion
the subjects
they liked, had a higher chance of finding a job
immediatly
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
immediately
after school, regardless of the subject type.
This
Shows that interest and compliance are more important the studied subject. Another argument in favour of my opinion is that we have no ability to predict the desired professions in the future. As a
consequence there
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consequence, there
is no need to
study
subjects we don't find interesting due to the fact that it does not assure us we will find a position after school.
For example
, 30 years ago being a professional bus driver was a respected and well earned position in Israel and many people sent their children to become drivers, regardless of the
childs
Suggestion
child's
children
child
whishes
hope for; have a wish
wishes
. Due the introduction of other means of public transportation, busses are not used regularly these days and many drivers are unemployed. In conclusion, I maintain that students should
purue
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in
pursue
their future and career based on their
whished
someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
wizard
. It is the best way to secure their happiness and career.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • foster
  • engagement
  • excel
  • innovative contributions
  • diversity in research
  • well-rounded education
  • broad perspectives
  • critical thinking skills
  • mental well-being
  • burnout
  • forced academic paths
  • job-ready
  • skills shortages
  • tech-driven economy
  • employment rates
  • changing job market
  • utilitarian subjects
  • aptitudes
  • wasting talent
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