Word
higher education
Definition
compound. learning that happens at a university or college after you finish school.
compound. education at a post-secondary level, typically provided by universities, colleges, and professional schools that grant degrees or certifications.
Examples
“She wants to continue her higher education in London.”
“Many students take out loans to pay for their higher education because tuition fees are quite expensive.”
“The government is currently debating whether to increase funding for higher education to ensure that research facilities remain globally competitive.”
Examples
simple
“She wants to continue her higher education in London.”
contextual
“Many students take out loans to pay for their higher education because tuition fees are quite expensive.”
complex
“The government is currently debating whether to increase funding for higher education to ensure that research facilities remain globally competitive.”
Usage
Usually functions as an uncountable noun and does not require a plural form.
Teaching tip
contrast with 'further education', which in some systems refers to vocational or non-degree courses taken after secondary school but before university.
Pitfall
He is studying a higher education.
He is in higher education.
we do not use 'a' with 'higher education' as it is an uncountable concept, not a single object.
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