The charts illustrate the proportions of why students choose a particular university in UK between the years of 1987 and 2007
Overall, it can be seen that, suitable degree courses accounted were the main reason for students in both years, whereas the lowest percentage were for close to parental home; however, it has become crucial for students in the next two decades, overtaking all other three sections.
Looking at the details, as regards numbers for close to parental home, despite being the least important aspect for students at 10% in 1987, it soared dramatically to 22% in 2007, making it the second highest figure in the chart. The proportions for quality of teaching and suitable degree courses followed the same upward pattern, rising slightly by 3% and 2%, reaching 18% and 37% in 2007, respectively.
By contrast, the percentages for good sports and social activities and quality of resources showed significant decrease during the period. The numbers for good sports and social activities declined considerably to 6% in 2007. Similarly, the figures for quality of resources went down minimally by 4% to 17% in 2007.