am i going to regret my university degree?

so im studying international development with economics and a year in placement, i dont hear much about this course as i got it as an alternative offer on results day from my uni (im attending university of bath) i only really. accepted the offer because bath is quite a good uni and was my firm choice, im not sure if im going to be able to be as successful with this degree compared to what i was planning to study before which was just economics... anyways so now im just second guessing my choices..

Hi @sylvaticia,

Congratulations on starting your course.

People do different jobs with their courses for example I know History and Art students who are now teaching, people who did economics who are financial advisors as well as people who did Psychology are now working on trains (not sure of their exact job title). I hope this provides some reassurance that your course does not determine your career and you can change your mind about career as you go on. International development with economics opens doors in politics, economics and more that I am not aware of!

Employers like to see work experience alongside academic achievements so its great that you have your placement year in your degree. It will help make you competitive so I would say to really make the most of that year with regards to networking, attending events and starting projects.

Which career did you have in mind?

If you are still concerned, I would recommend speaking to a supervisor/academic support/careers support that is available to you through University sooner rather than later.

Alia
University of Kent Student Rep