Yes, the T*ries F*cked Us Again

While officials deliberate our future as students and our rights and support to study abroad after Brexit, we can literally hear those from low-income backgrounds screaming as they lose the opportunity to expand their careers and network as well as travel the world - the rich really do be screwing up our futures though. Written by Rae, photo via BBC.

Photo via BBC.

Yes, you heard us right, unless you're in university due to study abroad in the next year you will not receive funding from the Erasmus Programme in its upcoming 7-year term from 2021-2027.

53% of UK university students who study abroad use and rely on the Erasmus programme for this opportunity, this funding goes towards helping pay for accommodation, travel fees, course expenses and all that good stuff - so why would we ever consider getting rid of it?! Those directly affected are from lower-income backgrounds who can't afford to study abroad without it, university is expensive no matter what with a minimum of £9,000 per year even as a British Citizen; with newer laws and loans regarding university fees this has made going to university more accessible and mainstream, but it seems MPs take any chance to make those less privileged, feel more isolated from extracurricular activities and trips.

Travel is beneficial to many courses and industries, offering a chance at international networking, expanding cultural knowledge and learning as well as being a source of inspiration for those diving into creative careers. While this shift seems trivial and unimportant in the wider scale it is just another example of segregating and levitating the rich, who can afford these opportunities no matter what, from those who had to fight and adapt to afford the astronomical university fees in the first place.

"For students, young people, those in training and staff who work in the education sector, the Erasmus scheme has been absolutely incredible," Liberal Democrat MP Layla Moran.

For those worrying about missing out on these invaluable experiences - you're not alone. We all understand and wish to reap the benefits of travelling to advance our careers. The government may not care unless you're rich or famous, and the majority may put Brexit and our leave over the opportunities the European Union gave us but, nothing can invalidate or undermine your university experience and the work you've put in. Your passion will be evident to any employer, and we wish the best to those affected - even if our government hinders you, we know you will continue to reach for the stars and achieve all you hoped for one day in the future.

Sources: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-47293927