The Degree Is Losing Its Power;Can Universities Still Be Trusted?

[NurseHub]

Reasons why the Universities or formal education has been questioned is the fact that it was built in the idea of graduating and getting a job but the world today is suffering from unemployment and lack of real world knowledge as it's not shared in universities, at the end you will have to come out and seek a good job but it requires 10 years of experience but you have barely graduated and now you need experience yet you will not be given the opportunity to gather the experience all this has lead to people doubting the educational system if it's a weapon against the people or actually a good idea to help cope with life and see real success, today's world internet school is valued over formal education becomes it's vital for technological advancement but the education gotten from this universities are merely theory with no value so it very difficult not to doubt if formal education is holding its power.

[Accardo]

Reasons why the Universities or formal education has been questioned is the fact that it was built in the idea of graduating and getting a job but the world today is suffering from unemployment and lack of real world knowledge as it's not shared in universities, at the end you will have to come out and seek a good job but it requires 10 years of experience but you have barely graduated and now you need

Fresh graduates have opportunities in the market too if they've made great extra curricular accomplishments while in school, employers consider hiring newly out of school job seekers based on how well they performed studying the industry. Unfortunately, most graduates do not push more efforts while in the university, thereby being unable to fit into the job market.

[Cryptohygenic]

I understand your point that the expectations employers needs from employed workers is the obligations to meet up the companies needs and which is just why they are being hired a d paid.
But to in and advanced sense of reasoning, there are also professional fields in the industry or sectors which requires the individuals to be learned about the theory too and same time have knowledge about it practicals.
Remember not all skill holders are educational readability and there are scenario's such as the office dependents who attends to the companies documentaries and also represents the companies in the overall contrasts which may fits in only those with scholars experience with good composure.
So I hope you why education or university has it impacts aside just being skillful alone.

[Ab de villiers]

Do you think cybersecurity, coding, entrepreneurship, and other tech skills are the only professions in the world. Can a student learn courses like medicine and surgery online?

Universities are still relevant and can still be trusted. Some universities upgrade their curriculum to suit modern or current happenings. Online education is an option that students can still take advantage of. If you don't have the funds to go to a physical university, an online university is an option.    

Yes here I agree with you , all courses are not possible online. Universities are still trusted because now they are also aware or admit this reality that the degree they provided previously did not have worth. so now they also upgraded their system or curriculum . Now they offer different online courses that really need of this time or that really improve the practical skill of the students.  In most of the cases now government also involve and facilitate the universities, providing them professional training and modern equipment to the institution. yes last year people felt that degrees had no worth more, but now because of changes in teaching  methods or curriculum, it gaining value again.

[jaberwock]

Basically your schooling or university studies and degree are for enabling you to think with some common sense and this way, I agree with the corporates who even hire the people without any degree. Your degree must be a basic eligibility criteria so far and now some companies are going forward by removing that basic eligibility thing. This is because of, even with degree some people are not capable of innovating anything by themselves. When your degree is not a real indication of your knowledge level then what would be a point of holding it and considering it for an employment.

In near future, we may need to compete against a teenage kid for a job even we are a degree holder. Because, when degree loses its significances then we need to realize that school students also will get qualify for applying to a job which are meant only for degree holders as of now. I would welcome this evolution as it would help skill development and innovation to next generations.

[Y3shot]

The university is not just about obtaining certificate, their is more to acquire in the university. In the discipline will learn patience and how to be discipline. To some people the university played a very good role in their moral and character.  The university is a place where you can explore. The university is a place where you can meet good people whi can better your life and people who you really need them for life , so if you are thinking you can do without the university because of their other places which you can also obtain this skills and training. Going to school is very important , it can change one's life which one cant not predict.

[Felicity_Tide]

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Are universities still worth trusting?

I agree with every single thing that you talked about, but to answer your question, well it all depends on who chooses to trust and who chooses not. The labour market today demands more for those with skill and experience, and also also for the degree because it has become an essential formality despite them knowing how cracked the system is. Unarguably, majority of these schools are still operating in a similar system as that of the 90's, despite the fact that a lot of things has changed in the world.

Back then in the days, the system worked fine... Just get your degree and get a job, but in this era, it takes more than that. This era demands extra effort especially if you want to stand out. Like I said, the degree is still very much a formality that the society recognize. It's certainly ideal for us to trust it, but we shouldn't be trapped in its world  that might seem like a limitation. There is certainly more to do than just getting a degree. We're not longer in an era of getting easy jobs, but we're in an era that demands extra effort, studies, research, etc, and all these are most times not part of what we acquire as a degree.

[Smack That Ace]

Are universities still worth trusting?
In an age where a teenager can learn coding or cyber security on YouTube, build a six-figure business from a smartphone, and earn certificates from global tech giants without stepping into a lecture hall, the relevance of universities is being questioned like never before. Once regarded as sacred spaces of truth, innovation, and social mobility, institutions of higher learning are now under scrutiny.With Rising tuition fees, outdated curricula, strikes, unemployable graduates, and the growing success of non-degree pathways have forced society to pause and ask Do we still need universities at all?

This debate about degrees is now at its peak, the world of careers is truly changing. On one hand big companies like Google and IBM are now valuing skills more than degrees. On the other hand for professions like doctors, engineers or in high level corporate positions a degree is still essential

In my opinion the real winner is the one who possesses both skills and a degree. University education is not entirely worthless but in todays world relying solely on outdated academic learning will not suffice, one must acquire practical skills. Therefore finding your goal and choosing the right path to achieve it is the real key to success

Duke Khan

[Spaceman1000$]

University is an environment were learning takes place, in my country when honoring you with a university degree, they specify that you are being honored in character and in learning, that is to say for the period of time you stayed in the university environment, you where very disciplined because of the processes to which you are allowed to go through, this processes shapes your mindset, shapes your ideals, because the university does not only teach you your course of study, they also extend metaphysical courses that teaches social engineering and how to survive real life situation, these are things you don't get on social media or YouTube.

The education system creates a step-by-step progress, as a student there are things you learn gradually from stage 1 that will lead you to the next stage and this process builds your understanding, in all the university system is very essential in our society regardless of the advancements in technology.

[Oasisman]

I mean if employment process doesn't require you to have a diploma, then I can say college might not be necessary for the others as everything can be taught in the internet today. However, the process of learning should always have to undergo a series of lectures in the right order, and that's what the professors and teachers are there for.
Learning on your own could be a bit challenging. I can say, getting a degree plus learning over the internet should be the best option.

[r_victory]

For many professions, an academic degree is still required, and I believe it will remain so for quite some time. What has changed is that, before, the standard was to graduate, get a job in your field of study, have stability, and start a family; that's how it used to work. Nowadays, it's not like that anymore, and much of this is due to the fact that anyone with knowledge, without academic training, and access to the internet can start their own business and manage a company. Universities are still great sources of knowledge, research, and learning; you just need to know how to choose.

[aysha9853]

I don’t think universities are useless, but they clearly lost their monopoly a degree used to be a guarantee, now it’s more like a filter In tech and online businesses skills speak louder than papers that said, for fields like medicine or engineering you still need formal education.

[Agathamay]

I don’t think universities are useless, but they clearly lost their monopoly a degree used to be a guarantee, now it’s more like a filter In tech and online businesses skills speak louder than papers that said, for fields like medicine or engineering you still need formal education.

Universities will fail and when they do, don't pour blame on degree rather pour blame on the poor administration of the government. They've failed in angles to erect degree power and led graduates to become completely lower and underestimated. Come to think of it, what do we call graduates that have no work and the level of unemployment in the country blowed out of proportion already. There's definitely nothing to talk about when it comes to the current affairs of country's stability.

[Alpha Marine]

Unfortunately, many universities are slow, rigid, and lack digital literacy, and interdisciplinary learning into their systems.

This is not true. Not for developed countries, at least. So if the universities or education system of a country is poor, it's the country that is to blame, not the universities themselves.
The universities of working systems or economies are still the best places to get knowledge. They are not rigid or slow or lack digital literacy at all. It's quite the opposite.
A university cannot teach you everything, but what it does is broaden your mind so you accumulate knowledge on your own, if you want to. The university will prepare you for the real world. They don't need to tell you specifically that if you put $10 into an investment, it may yield a profit, but the information and knowledge they have equipped you with would help you make that decision. Of course, you still need experience to be better at it.

I don’t think universities are useless, but they clearly lost their monopoly a degree used to be a guarantee, now it’s more like a filter In tech and online businesses skills speak louder than papers

This is not entirely true. A degree is still as important. It's not the university's fault if you refuse to push yourself to be better. If you actually cared about learning and you got a degree from a university in a working system, you would be better than the person who just got a skill.

[viljy]

Universities appeared when there was no other way to teach a large number of people at once. It was necessary to gather all the students in one classroom. But a lot has changed since the Middle Ages. Now it is not necessary to gather students in one room. Universities have gained credibility over the centuries of their existence, and therefore, thanks to the "inertia of thinking", the diploma still continues to be perceived as a significant factor. But this is temporary. After all, in fact, new learning formats exist and have gained great popularity only in the last 10, maximum 15 years. It's just that very little time has passed.

[LastKiss]

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When employers value skills over degrees and the internet teaches faster than lecture halls, the authority of universities is now threatening and uninteresting;it is on trial.This a call for upgrade and reinvention; Universities that once shaped the future,today, the future is questioning whether it still needs them.

At a quick glance, academic degrees may no longer seem very important  and many people tend to underestimate how much can actually be learned at universities. However, when we look more deeply, universities do far more than simply teach academic knowledge. They help shape our personalities, critical thinking skills and independence, preparing us to face real world challenges on our own.

Unfortunately, because a large number of students graduate from universities every year, society often judges graduates only by their employment status. When graduates struggle to find jobs, they are quickly labeled as “useless” or accused of having degrees with no value. This perspective is unfair and overly simplistic. Education is not just about immediate employment, it is about developing problem solving abilities, adaptability, communication skills and a sense of responsibility. These qualities may not always be visible right after graduation, but they are essential for long-term personal and professional growth.

[Razmirraz]

Are universities still worth trusting?
In an age where a teenager can learn coding or cyber security on YouTube, build a six-figure business from a smartphone, and earn certificates from global tech giants without stepping into a lecture hall. ~~~Snip~~~

In this increasingly sophisticated digital era, it is very easy to get access to information and educational resources, so it is natural that you question the value and relevance of universities. From my perspective, universities are still very relevant and have many advantages. There you can get a more structured and directed learning experience, and an academic degree that is still valued by many companies.

Are you sure that knowledge such as programming, cybersecurity and other technological skills are in line with everyone's desires and aspirations? Isn't that just a small part of other professions that are very relevant and needed by many people, such as medicine, law, economics and so on.
Online education through YouTube is an excellent option for those who do not have the funds to study at university, but until this point the University is still very relevant and trustworthy because it provides structured and directed education, as well as access to adequate resources and facilities.

[Mhizlove]

The thing is that skills are much better than degree, that don't mean that degree don't have value but it's not what that matters most. Before we all know that degree brings opportunities and opening of doors, but I won't say that for now cuz there are thousands of degree holders out there without work or jobs, some end up falling back to the skills they have learnt. So I will say having this skills experience is much more better than certificate in this then time.

Don't quote me wrong, universities are still important to gain more knowledge but that don't mean people should put all their hopes on degree, if skills is added and also practical wisdom, degree will just remain as just paper which it's is self.

[Hypnotizer]

Off course universities are still relevant, when you take a look a the ratio of the children or student that can learn tech, coding or other courses online to that of those going to university you’ll see that it is pretty clear. Only a small percentage of students or children are able to comprehend learning online, most student still prefer learning in lecture halls. Top university still produce high numbers of the founders of tech startups till date only a very small minority are online learners.

Skilled students + a Top university degrees , is a great combo and if you look at the founders of most tech startups firms right now, you’ll see they are graduates of Harvard, MIT or other Top universities from around the world.

[shield132]

At some point,a quiet but dangerous question crept into global conversations not shouted, not protested, but whispered:
Are universities still worth trusting?
In an age where a teenager can learn coding or cyber security on YouTube, build a six-figure business from a smartphone, and earn certificates from global tech giants without stepping into a lecture hall, the relevance of universities is being questioned like never before. Once regarded as sacred spaces of truth, innovation, and social mobility, institutions of higher learning are now under scrutiny.With Rising tuition fees, outdated curricula, strikes, unemployable graduates, and the growing success of non-degree pathways have forced society to pause and ask Do we still need universities at all?

Universities were built on a promise to knowledge, credibility, and transformation. Yet for many students today, that promise feels broken and unaccomplished.
Across continents,some dropouts,graduates leave school burdened with debt,only to face unemployment or underemployment. Employers complain that degree holders lack practical skills. Students question why they must memorize theories that barely apply to real-world problems.From political interference and exploitative systems.

Today, companies like Google, Meta, and IBM offer certifications that compete directly with university degrees.Entrepreneurs are self-taught.Creatives learn by doing,from online courses,bootcamps,virtual classrooms, mentorship programs, and self-paced learning platforms have democratized access to skills.Tech talents are hired based on portfolios, not transcripts.
The modern world is fast, adaptive, and technology-driven. Unfortunately, many universities are slow, rigid, and lack digital literacy, and interdisciplinary learning into their systems.

When employers value skills over degrees and the internet teaches faster than lecture halls, the authority of universities is now threatening and uninteresting;it is on trial.This a call for upgrade and reinvention; Universities that once shaped the future,today, the future is questioning whether it still needs them.

When you finish university, you still know nothing because the knowledge comes from real practice. Universities don't give you practice, they give you theories. When I was studying at the University, I was earning more money than my lecturers. Back then, I was still a kid and I didn't ask that question to myself but now I really ask, if I was earning more than they, didn't this mean that I was in the wrong place? My lecturers were educated, they studied hard but why weren't they earning more money and why were they working multiple jobs? Even with multiple jobs, all of them had an average car, only a few were really rich and those who were rich, were lecturers at the University for a different reason, not for the money but for the prestige.

There is a very good saying - those who can't do, teach. I also understood there was something wrong with the universities when I was the only one in my university who knew what Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies were. When you study finances, your lecturer should know what they are too but no one knew.