Which one of the following is not an objective of higher education?

Improving literacy levels is a goal of basic and elementary education, not an objective of higher education.

Teaching is a core function and objective of higher education institutions.

Research and the creation of new knowledge is a central objective of higher education.

Career Development and preparing students for professions is another recognised objective.

Higher education builds advanced knowledge, skills and critical thinking beyond the school stage.

Literacy is addressed through adult education and school-level programmes.