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The video discusses the pressure young students face in the CEO system due to a national obsession with points. It introduces a unified tertiary system offering alternative pathways, allowing students to split their education between further and higher education. This system aims to reduce pressure on young people and provide accessible education options for older adults, promoting lifelong learning.

What issue does the speaker identify with the current CEO system?

• Lack of available courses

• Excessive focus on points

• Insufficient funding

• Limited career options

What is the main feature of the unified tertiary system?

• Students can split their degree between further and higher education

• Students can complete their entire degree online

• Students can graduate in less than four years

• Students can choose any course without prerequisites

How does the unified system aim to reduce pressure on students?

• By reducing tuition fees

• By offering more scholarships

• By allowing part-time study options

• By providing a clear path to a degree

What demographic does the speaker mention as benefiting from the new system?

• Teenagers

• High school dropouts

• Older adults

• International students

What is a potential benefit of attending a local College of Further Education according to the speaker?

• It guarantees immediate employment

• It provides a more affordable education option

• It offers more extracurricular activities

• It allows students to live on campus