The bar chart illustrates the reasons for studying among adults whilst the pie chart shows the opinions of people about how costs of each course should be allocated.
Overall, no correlation can be seen between these charts. While interest in the subject and gaining a qualification were the most common reasons, meeting people was recorded as the most insignificant one. As for the opinions of residents, most costs of courses are expected to be covered by individuals, whereas taxpayers should contribute the smallest proportion.
Starting with the motives for studying, the percentages of gaining a qualification and interest in the subject were relatively similar, representing 38% and 40%, respectively. The proportions of other reasons, such as enjoying learning, improving prospects of promotion, and helpful for current job showed only small variations, ranging from 20% to 22%, which was approximately twice as low as interest in subject. While 12% of people decided to study to change job, the percentage of meeting people stood at 9%, which was nowhere near as high as the figure for gaining a qualification.
Turning to the costs of courses, 40% of expenses was expected to be paid by individuals while employers were responsible for 35%. As for the taxpayers, they were obligated to cover 25% of the cost, making the least contribution among all.