I haven't enjoyed architecture for the past year. But I dont want to seem lazy or stu

I've just finished my first year of architecture in university and I really don't think I enjoyed it. I also don't think I have an interest in becoming an architect.

So now because I want to change course I feel like Im at an impasse. I've considered some type of engineering because I think it'd be a satisfying job and I'd be fulfilled to be doing a harder course that people view as important to society. However I think I'd find it pretty boring.

On the other hand I've always been interested in a creative field illustration or animation. I think graphic design might be a safe way for me to enter these fields because it seems like the job opportunities are more plentiful though the idea of becoming a graphic designer doesn't particularly interest me. However I'm scared about the stigma around doing an arts degree as it could come across as useless and in jobs generally arent paid particularly well. And I think my dad would really hate me to go from architecture to an arts degree.

I've just been really struggling to figure myself out recently on what I want to do as a job because nothing seems to be the right path for me. No prospects make me happy or excited to pursue.

I think there's parts I've been quite unclear about but I didnt want to go on for too long so if there's any questions feel free to ask.

Thanks for reading

I've just finished my first year of architecture in university and I really don't think I enjoyed it. I also don't think I have an interest in becoming an architect.

So now because I want to change course I feel like Im at an impasse. I've considered some type of engineering because I think it'd be a satisfying job and I'd be fulfilled to be doing a harder course that people view as important to society. However I think I'd find it pretty boring.

On the other hand I've always been interested in a creative field illustration or animation. I think graphic design might be a safe way for me to enter these fields because it seems like the job opportunities are more plentiful though the idea of becoming a graphic designer doesn't particularly interest me. However I'm scared about the stigma around doing an arts degree as it could come across as useless and in jobs generally arent paid particularly well. And I think my dad would really hate me to go from architecture to an arts degree.

I've just been really struggling to figure myself out recently on what I want to do as a job because nothing seems to be the right path for me. No prospects make me happy or excited to pursue.

I think there's parts I've been quite unclear about but I didnt want to go on for too long so if there's any questions feel free to ask.

Thanks for reading

Personally i feel like you should go with what makes you happy as it is your life and sure, some people may not like it, but it is not their own life and if they truly want the best for you then i feel like they would support you. also what hobbies are u interested in/ spark something inside you? and don't be put down by what other people think, i can tell you that it does not help in any way to get bogged down in others opinions or feelings and your life is your own and you should decide what path you take, not someone else.

Hi @Luttrine

I’m so sorry you’ve been struggling with this! I feel as though you might have a hard time completing any degree that doesn’t thoroughly interest you and make you excited for its future career prospects.

I think maybe it might be a good idea to take some time to really write down things that interest you, look around at careers, go to Careers Fairs etc. and see what stands out to you and work backwards from there to figure out what degree you’d need? Therefore, even if you find the degree itself difficult, you’ll have that end goal of your career to keep you going.

I hope this helps!

Estelle
Second Year Psychology Student
University of Huddersfield

Do you have the right A levels to go into engineering as maths and physics are usually required?

Do you enjoy any aspects of you current course - design, humanities or technology? This might help you identify where your preferences lie. Many architecture graduates head into different fields with their first degree rather continuing with the part 2 and 3 architecture pathway. Have you considered completing your degree and going into planning, lanscape architecture, film, surveying, etc?

The following website is a good resource for investigating career options:

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/what-can-i-do-with-my-degree/architecture

Also, speak to your university's careers service for advice.