Major factors to consider in choosing an institute for your higher studies
View(s):Selecting the right institute to attend for your higher studies is a very tough and very very important decision .This article includes information on different factors to keep in mind when choosing the best college for you.
01.Reputation of the college /university
It is regarding that how the university ranked nationally. For example if it is a UK university, where is it in UK university ranking . And also you will find different rankings and try to find with an acceptable body.Eg;Guardian Uk university ranking .This factor may have a direct impact on your future employment activities or admission to the postgraduate studies of your choice .And more importantly the university should be under the commonwealth universities list where the degrees are recognize by the Sri Lankan university Grant Commission .
Ranjith Dasanayake Head of Marketing &Sales Auston Institute of Management Ceylon Ltd
02.Major or Academic Department/Panel of lecturers
Does the institute /college have a strong programme of study in the area of interest you wish to pursue .Eg; if your interest area is electrical and electronic in engineering does the institute is strong in that area .if it is a business related what discipline, Eg;marketing management/human resource management /finance …etc. is the lecture panel qualified enough to deliver the knowledge , are they from the relevant industry .Learning from the university academic s and industry experts will lead you for a better knowledge . To make sure you are getting the best possible education , you need to study with highly educated professionals that not only have experience in teaching ,but also real world skills .
03.Academic facilities /Location
Are there adequate facilities available .for example ;computer and engineering labs /internet capabilities ,WIFI/Proper library facilities
Location is most likely a factor for every potential student.How easy to reach the college .if you travel by bus how long time it take and availability of the buses .If you travel by your own transport ,do they have the ample parking facilities ,And how the location help you to reach your other requirements
04.Graduation rate and retention rate
Graduation from the university is definitely more important than getting accepted .Without graduation what is the point of being accepted in the first place .When considering a college ,review the percentage of students who complete the full programme. It is a very good indication of quality of the education and dedication towards to students success
Another metric to consider is the retention rate, which explains what percentage of freshmen (1st year students) complete the degree programme. A high retention rate indicates overall students satisfaction with their first year experience at the institute.
05.Students life and support services
As important as academics are when choosing a college ,student life can be just as important for some young adults since there are other reasons why you should go to college ..If you want an active student life ,you need to live with other students .
It is a critical factor to consider that what much of a support service you get from the institute until you graduate .specially the proper communication with students is a main point. Check whether they have it.
To what extent are a student union ,social activities ,student clubs ,organizations ,leadership opportunities ,athletic activities ,and cultural activities ,and talent building activities or interest to you.
Other than these main factors there may be some other factors also to be considered .Eg; is the cost of the programme affordable ,what is the student teacher ratio .,special assistance ,jobs right out of school,curriculum,safty statistics ,party life ,alumni network,
Final word
Looking for the perfect college /institute can be difficult. But you can simplify the process by focusing on important goals for your college career .Instead of analyzing each of these metrics for every college on your list ,just pick the most important ones ,based on your needs .It will take some time and effort on your part ,but the end you will know that you have picked the best college for you.ranjith@auston.edu.lk
By Ranjith Dasanayake
Bsc.mgt(sp)Sri .j,AM(SLIM),MIM(SL),A(CPM)
Head Of Marketing &Sales
Auston Institute of Management Ceylon Ltd
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