Hey everyone,
I'm a first-year computer science student in Ireland, but I originally planned to pursue medicine. Unfortunately, I didn't get the necessary grades, even though our university application system is similar to UCAS, and we can list 10 courses from any university in order of preference.
When I got my results, I was devastated and shocked by how low they were. I thought I wasn't cut out for medicine, so I ended up getting an offer for computer science. At the time, I had two choices: repeat the year or accept the computer science offer. Everyone around me advised me to take the computer science option, although I was hesitant. I spoke to some computer science students and a software engineer who told me it's a great career and not as difficult as medicine. Also, at that time, I saw how poorly doctors were treated in the news, which influenced my decision a lot.
I accepted the computer science offer, but after five months into the course, I'm not finding it interesting. Here are my reasons:
1. The tasks are too mundane.
2. Most of the modules are boring.
3. I'm okay at programming, but it takes me much longer to understand new questions.
4. Sometimes I feel like I wouldn't be happy sitting behind a desk all day.
5. There's also a lack of practical application.
I really wish I had repeated the year and tried again for medicine, but that opportunity is gone now. If anyone has been in my position, could you please give me advice on what to do?
Many Thanks