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Can’t decide between two offers!

I received two offers from the same uni which is for international relations and software engineering! I just want to have some advice on which one is best.

Also is there a deadline for clearing applications?

Reply 1

CatusStarbright

Volunteer Section Leader, Clearing and Applications Advisor

Original post

by Mooncloudee

Which course do you most want to study?

Did you get told a deadline when you got your offer?

Reply 2

CCCU Official

Official Rep

These are such difference courses it's going to come down to what you prefer. Do you have an idea of a future career you fancy doing?

The deadline is set by each uni, you should have got a confirmation email with the timelines on 🙂

Reply 3

McGinger

Which Uni?

Reply 4

Mooncloudee

Honestly I’m just stuck because those two courses are what I actually am interested in

I got the offers from NTU

Just wanted some advice about what those degrees may lead to in the future

Reply 5

McGinger

Original post

by Mooncloudee

Honestly I’m just stuck because those two courses are what I actually am interested in
I got the offers from NTU
Just wanted some advice about what those degrees may lead to in the future

It doesnt actually matter - because you can't quantify 'job prospects', and no degree will guarantee you a salary of squillions and/or lifelong happiness.

Look at the optional units available on each course and think about what you would choose if you did that course. Write your unit choices down if that helps.

Does either course offer any opportunity for work experience / placement or study abroad - either would add heaps to your graduate CV, and to the context of either degree.

Ultimately - if you really can't decide then think about not doing either. taking a gap-year to do some thinking, and apply with 5 new choices in the autumn.