Should the government provide free tertiary education?
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Yes for the final completed year of study
it should be for the first year so it gives people a chance to go and then decide if its what they want to keep going with it
Yes. But I think that universities are already in financial trouble. So, I am unsure if 100% free education will be financially viable
Yes, I believe the government should change the current first year free study to one year free study for any New Zealander. This would incentivise upskilling for Kiwis with BA's that would like to further their study.
Students should be able to claim back 50% of each course cost, where they have achieved a good grade (would need to be a specific grade level achieved, not the top grade but better than just a pass).
Maybe last year free instead of first year of study. Consideration of reverting back to if excellence or merit endorsed in NCEA then a certain amount of money is given to each year of study
Yes but only for approved programs
Should be free for people who worked in the job they studied in after 5 years
Yes, for certain subjects
Yes- but for your last year not your first
No, but instead make last year of Undergraduate tertiary education free instead of first year free.
no, there should be more aid from the government but not free tuition
Free for last year of degree
No but should be better subsidised
Scholarship, family income
Free education for areas where there is a deficit in workforce eg nursing
Yes, but it should come with expectations for attendance, engagement and completion and require repayment if these are not met (excluding exceptional circumstances)
Yes, tertiary education is a public good, and if it also benefits the individual through higher income, they should pay for this through more progressive income taxes
Tuition should be partly funded and student allowance should be available to all students living in a city with a higher cost of living
Tertiary Education for those wanting to become medical professionals/teachers should be treated as apprenticeships - so students are still able to gain an income while studying
Yes, but entry should be on academic merit, with a preferential scheme for children whose parents did not attend university.
Yes, in a means tested way
After successfully completing two years of three year undergraduate degree and then all post grad years
Yes, but repaid if student drops out or doesn't pass
Free last year of degree as an incentive to finish
Yes but only with a stay and work in NZ clause
Maybe not free, but lowered rates for citizens as they're currently too high.
No, but should provide more scholarship options for low-income students and excellent grades relative to the quality of their education. Should stretch beyond funding for the first year.
Don’t think it should be free, but costs should be based on individual financial abilities. Costs should be more affordable for the general public
Yes but only for specific fields in demand or that will help with climate change.
Yes, but there should also be incentives to go into the trades
First year pay and then less as you pass through
Yes but strictly time/performance monitored
Yes, if a class is passed Or yes, if employment is gained following the training and there are no extenuating circumstances.
No, but students shouldn't have to face inhibiting hardship
Yes, and those with existing loans should be cleared.
Yes, but for medical students only
Tertiary education for chronically understaffed roles should be free.
Yes, for some occupations
Yes but only if you pass your degree
Yes but based on potential income eg yes for nurses no for lawyers
Yes, at least the first year should be free.
No, not until we balance our national deficit. Further, add limit e.g only first degree free otherwise risk exploitation of free study.
Yes for jobs that are needed eg doctors
No but free tertiary education should be offered in fields where we are struggling to recruit such as healthcare
Yes, but only for people who cannot afford it and for top 5 students (top in class)
First year unpaid - prove your dedication and will. Rest of undergrad and postgrad paid.
Yes, for industries that are short on qualified workers
Yes, But only after the student has completed their qualification, can they be eligible for 1 year back pay into their student loan OR have their full tuition paid, but they must stay in NZ for 5 years post study.
Not necessarily free but fairly funded and "fees free" for one year requirements should be altered as it is too expensive
Yes, for certain careers, and grants for low income but high achieving students.
Re-review the entire system for student loans, student support and student debt.
Yes for post graduate study
Free for students with appropriate aptitude
To some qualifications like nursing
Yes for a set number of 2-3 years
It should be free for certain qualifications such as nursing.
No, but there should be a rebate for those who finish their degrees and continue to work in New Zealand
No, they should help people with student debts and underpaying jobs.
Yes, on your graduating year
Lower the cost of tertiary study. 6+ thousand dollars a year for certain degrees etc is discouraging people from studying as they can’t afford it and are then basically stuck in NZ till they pay off their loan otherwise they will be charged interest.
partial, or at least reduce cost. provide better, less exclusive support, the student allowance rules need to be revised.
Should be cheaper and more appealing to younger and older students
Continue with only first year free
they should be subsidised
No, but should provide incentives in areas where there are shortages of skilled workers
Yes, but only to areas of high need e.g. nursing, teaching, doctors etc
Yes, and waver all remaining student debt.
The final year should be free rather than the first
For certain qualifications (eg. Nursing, medicine)
Yes, for students who have shown particular abilities and work ethic, including technical and manual skills not just academic
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