The charts illustrate the main reasons for studying among different age groups and the level of employer support they receive.
Overall, younger students are primarily motivated by career progression, whereas older learners are more interested in personal development. In terms of employer support, assistance is highest among the youngest group, decreases toward middle age, and rises slightly again among older employees.
Students under 26 overwhelmingly study for career purposes, with around 80% doing so, while only 10% study out of interest. As age increases, career motivation steadily declines: about 70% of those aged 26-29 and roughly 55% of those aged 30-39 study for career-related reasons. Interest, however, becomes increasingly important. Among the 40-49 age group, both motivations are equal at 50%, and for those over 49, interest dominates at approximately 70%.
Employer support shows a different trend. The highest level of support is given to students under 26 (around 70%), but this falls to just over 50% for the 26-29 age group and reaches its lowest point at about 35% for those aged 30-39. Support then increases again, rising to around 38% for the 40-49 group and 45% for students over 49.