There is enough room for apprenticeships and degrees
I have a son who has taken the apprenticeship route and is nearing the completion of his apprenticeship whilst enjoying his dream job working in film and media. I also have a son who is nearing the end of his second year at Uni, he has secured a placement year in industry which will increase his prospects on completion of his degree in his chosen field, also his dream career and through interviews he has two companies already telling him to apply for their graduate positions once he completes. Working for a training provider I love to see all the young apprentices who pass through our doors achieving their dreams each year. It's a shame that not everyone can see there is a place for both routes and if the learner is driven and determined they will reach their dream what ever it may be whether the route is smooth or bumpy, we should know by now that one size most definitely doesn't fit all.