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Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

#universities #numbers #students
In the modern era, some people hold the belief that
universities
 ought to have the same number of genders
whereas
 others argue that statement. I disagree with the opinion and I will propose some examples based on the idea in
this
 essay. First of all, it is refutable that accepting male and female students equally at
universities
 is illegal
owing to
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for
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 some reasons. The majority of students
that
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apply
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they
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apply
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are willing to study because of
accepting
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accept
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 the same number of girls and boys in every subject.
Consequently
, there is a plethora of uncertainties and challenges for them at the workplace in the years to come.
Secondly
, having the same number of men and women on all degree courses is simply unrealistic. From my personal standpoint,
universities
 had better
to
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apply
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select candidates who have suitable qualifications for the courses rather than
basing
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based
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 on gender. In
this
 way, both men and women have the same opportunities and it can enhance
the
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apply
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gender equality as well. In conclusion, I totally disagree with the statement of accepting equal numbers of girls and boys at
universities
 because it would be both impractical and unfair to select equal numbers based on gender.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • gender diversity
  • fostering innovation
  • educational experience
  • enforcing gender quotas
  • merit and potential
  • individual achievements
  • natural differences
  • gender equality
  • reducing gender stereotypes
  • balanced workforce
  • traditionally male-dominated or female-dominated fields
  • fluctuating applicant numbers
  • compromise on quality
  • diversity aspects
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