The charts illustrate the results of a survey concerning adult education. The bar chart shows the reasons why adults decide to study, while the pie chart presents opinions on how the costs of courses should be shared.
Overall, interest in the subject and gaining qualifications are the two main motivations for adult learning. In terms of funding, most respondents believe that individuals and employers should bear the majority of the costs.
According to the bar chart, the most common reason for studying is personal interest in the subject, accounting for 40% of responses. A similar proportion (38%) of adults study in order to gain qualifications. Meanwhile, 22% believe that education is helpful for their current job. Improving promotion prospects and enjoying learning are both cited by 20% of respondents. Far fewer people study to change jobs (12%), and meeting new people is the least common reason, at only 9%.
The pie chart shows that 40% think individuals should pay for their courses, while 35% believe employers should contribute. Only 25% suggest that taxpayers should cover the costs.
In conclusion, adult education is mainly driven by personal and career-related reasons, and most people support shared financial responsibility.