People have different views about how much choice students should have with regard to what they can study at university. While some argue that everyone should be able to study the course of their choice, I reckon that it would be better for students to learn subjects which will be useful in the future like science and technology
On the one hand, students should be allowed to learn whatever subject they are interested in because this is the way to awake their potential talents and passion. In fact, one of the ultimate goals of education is to provide a clear career path for any student. Therefore, by trying out different subjects, students majoring in arts, fashion design, and sports can realise their strengths and then set a clear pathway as well as concentration to their job decision. In addition, this method also helps reduce the risk of dropping out in the middle of university life when it dawns on students that the major they are pursuing is not their real passion.
On the other hand, I support the view that education should base on the major subjects of particular courses such as engineering, information technology,... rather than students' interests for several reasons. Firstly, it is apparent that all societies need high-quality workers in the fields of science and technology to ensure the advancement of other industries. That means by learning scientific subjects during university years, fresh graduates can easily get a well-paid job which generates a stable source of income, and therefore improve their quality of life, not to mention the positive contribution to society via taxes. Secondly, only if learners focus their efforts on technological subjects will they avoid the risk of wasting time trying too many courses just to find their aptitudes.
To conclude, many people are against studying only core subjects; however, it is always better to study these subjects and make their fundamentals strong for a successful future.