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Is university still worth it?

The story notes a record 262,820 students are preparing to start university, despite the significant drop in advertised graduate jobs. This raises questions about the value proposition of a degree in a potentially tougher job market, and whether expectations for post-university employment need to adapt.

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Just 8,383 graduate jobs advertised across the UK last month

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