The bar chart provided demonstrates the main motivations driving adults to pursue further education. On the other hand, the given pie chart gives information about the suggested distribution of funding for adult education courses.
Looking from an overall perspective, it is clear to see that the primary reason for adult education is the interest in the subject. In addition, in terms of cost sharing, individuals are expected to bear the greatest burden.
Looking at the graph in more detail, regarding the bar chart, “Interest in subject” is the most common reason for adults to study, accounting for 40% of respondents, while “To gain qualifications” closely follows at 38%. Moreover, 22% of adults who acquired further education find it helpful for their current employment, nearly doubling the percentage of people who want to be able to change jobs. The motivations ” To improve their prospects of promotion” and “Enjoy studying” have the identical figure, reported at 20%, which accounted for half of “Interest in subject” figure. The proportion of adult respondents deciding to study to encounter more people is the most modest, noted at 9%, accounting for a quarter of people studying to obtain qualifications.
As for the pie chart, the majority of respondents agree that individuals should bear the largest proportion of costs, at 40%. Additionally, employers are expected to contribute 35% towards the expenses, while taxpayers are expected to be responsible for 25% of the financial burden of adult education.