so embarrassed by foundation year
Why is taking a foundation year so embarrassing. My friend is taking a gap year and retaking her A-levels but in the end, we’re both going to end uni at the same time. Yet why do I feel so hopeless and embarrassed. I went to a grammar school so I feel like a foundation year is the worst idea for literally anyone there but my parents would not allow me to retake rip.
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
I don't really think it's embarassing, and I did one. It's perfectly reasonable especially if you're doing it as you have the "wrong" subjects.
Original post by artful_lounger
I don't really think it's embarassing, and I did one. It's perfectly reasonable especially if you're doing it as you have the "wrong" subjects.
Original post by Anonymous
yeah I keep seeing people say that doing a foundation year was a great idea but then I keep seeing people say how foundation year was pointless bc it was so similar. And it’s still expensive so I just hope that this isn’t all for nothing
i think if the foundation year helps you with the course that you want to take, it’s honestly great. it’s such a good opportunity to help you be on same level as everyone else even if you did something totally different before. OP i think it’s even better that you do foundation year. at least you have a confirmed place and your friend still has to go through the anxiety of being “accepted or not” dilemma all over again😭
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Original post by laibaanhsaudhyi
i think if the foundation year helps you with the course that you want to take, it’s honestly great. it’s such a good opportunity to help you be on same level as everyone else even if you did something totally different before. OP i think it’s even better that you do foundation year. at least you have a confirmed place and your friend still has to go through the anxiety of being “accepted or not” dilemma all over again😭
Original post by Anonymous
yeah this is true thank you, I guess it’s just scarier knowing that i’m going into this course alone and none of my friends are doing it but im not gonna be the only one, my parents hate the idea tho rip
bro sameeee😭 my mom was so disappointed while i was smiling the whole time cause they gave me a second chance😭😭 where are you doing your foundation year?
Original post by Anonymous
yeah I keep seeing people say that doing a foundation year was a great idea but then I keep seeing people say how foundation year was pointless bc it was so similar. And it’s still expensive so I just hope that this isn’t all for nothing
Well ultimately you need the foundation year to prepare you for the course so obviously it's not pointless
In terms of the cost I wouldn't really factor that unless you're and international student paying out of pocket - if you're a UK/home fees student, you'll have the tuition fees covered by student finance and get a maintenance loan same as any other year of the course. And that doesn't cost you anything really, as you only make repayments after leaving the course if earning over the threshold, only repay an amount proportional to your income so you're never repaying more than you can afford, and 40 years after taking out the loan any remaining amount gets written off anyway. It's a graduate tax in almost every way really.
The only situation where it may directly affect you financially is if you change course, but that would be true even if you started without the foundation year!
Original post by Anonymous
Why is taking a foundation year so embarrassing. My friend is taking a gap year and retaking her A-levels but in the end, we’re both going to end uni at the same time. Yet why do I feel so hopeless and embarrassed. I went to a grammar school so I feel like a foundation year is the worst idea for literally anyone there but my parents would not allow me to retake rip.
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
Hi there,
Taking a Foundation Year is definitely not pointless, so I would not feel embarrassed. There is so much stigma around FYs but they are a really great way to get you prepared for university life. You said yourself, you will end up in the same position as your friend who is going away and resitting!
You get to learn great key skills to ensure that you are ready for when you enter the first year of your chosen degree. A lot of people take FYs each year and end up graduating with amazing degree results, so I would try to not feel too disheartened about them. You get to spend an extra year at the university getting settled in, scoping out the area and making friends before you have even started your first year!
I hope this helps.
Estelle
Graduate Advocate
Truthfully, you're putting way too much pressure on yourself and your desire to succeed. I felt out of my league when I started university, so I took a year out, came back, and then achieved a 1st Class Degree whilst dodging many mental health hurdles. Young people shouldn't take education so seriously, it's not like you're in prison and doing the laundry-you have the opportunity to be whoever you want to be and university grades won't stop you. I think people who are tangled up in education should go and travel and have some fun because that's what life ought to be, not some miserable and worrisome trudge through the trials of the education system. The more you go and explore the more your perspective will widen, and you should realize that enjoying yourself is way more important than any panic university can give you. Besides you're 19, try getting to 30 and feeling the same way you do now. Being young is so fraught with trying to please people and yourself that you stop realizing you're a young person. Education can really be like the aforementioned prison if you let it.
Original post by Anonymous
Why is taking a foundation year so embarrassing. My friend is taking a gap year and retaking her A-levels but in the end, we’re both going to end uni at the same time. Yet why do I feel so hopeless and embarrassed. I went to a grammar school so I feel like a foundation year is the worst idea for literally anyone there but my parents would not allow me to retake rip.
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
Hey there!
Foundation is definitely not embarrassing or pointless. I am sure everyone has a different experience doing a foundation course, some better than others but mine definitely benefited me and my degree.
You get to explore your subjects and start building the foundations of your degree. Think about it as a head start with more time to settle into the university rather than an embarrassing time. Be yourself and don't be too hard on yourself.
Enjoy your time, have fun and make the most of it.
Hope this helps 😊
Jakub- Fashion promotion and marketing graduate
Original post by Anonymous
Why is taking a foundation year so embarrassing. My friend is taking a gap year and retaking her A-levels but in the end, we’re both going to end uni at the same time. Yet why do I feel so hopeless and embarrassed. I went to a grammar school so I feel like a foundation year is the worst idea for literally anyone there but my parents would not allow me to retake rip.
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
It's really not..I get why you think that because it's not the 'traditional route' but foundation years are there to benefit a range of people.
The Foundation Year route may be suitable for those who've been out of education for some time and would benefit from building on their academic skills, or for anybody who's embarking on a new career path. They might also be a great option for those applicants who have just missed the grades required for direct entry onto their chosen course. There are so many benefits to the extra year too and because you're among peers, you wont feel alone. Think of it as extra time to build on your skills - you'll gain an introduction to your chosen course, develop essential academic skills such as writing, communication, problem-solving, and independent study and have the chance to build your confidence in a Higher Education environment so you'll feel more prepared going into the first year of your degree.
You'll also have the opportunity to get to know the people you'll be studying with for the next few years and benefit from receiving full support from academic staff, including one-to-one tutorials where you can seek valuable advice and make sure you're on track with your studying. Keep your goals in mind and embrace the experience, the whole thing goes so fast!
Original post by laibaanhsaudhyi
bro sameeee😭 my mom was so disappointed while i was smiling the whole time cause they gave me a second chance😭😭 where are you doing your foundation year?
Original post by Anonymous
Why is taking a foundation year so embarrassing. My friend is taking a gap year and retaking her A-levels but in the end, we’re both going to end uni at the same time. Yet why do I feel so hopeless and embarrassed. I went to a grammar school so I feel like a foundation year is the worst idea for literally anyone there but my parents would not allow me to retake rip.
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
Hi I hope you are doing well,
Firstly, well done for getting into University that is a huge achievement and you should be proud! It's cliché to say, but everybody has a different route in life and just because you are doing a different route to your friends doesn't mean you are doing anything less. This idea is especially true at university. At University, your course mates are not interested with things like your route into university or age you joined. They are only interested in what you can do and who you are as a person. It is easy to think of yourself being competition with other people but at University, everyone is so different and comes from so many different walks of life that is difficult for any one person to "fit in" or have the "correct route" into University because everyone's paths are so different and that's what makes university so exciting or unique.
A foundation year allows you to start learning about your course early and focusing on that for the start whilst providing you with the skills and knowledge to thrive when you start your first year. It prepares you with everything you need so it provides a lot of use. A foundation year can sometimes get bad connotations but rest assured there is nothing to be ashamed or embarrassed of. You should be proud!
All the best,
Daniel
University of Portsmouth Student Rep
Original post by Anonymous
Why is taking a foundation year so embarrassing. My friend is taking a gap year and retaking her A-levels but in the end, we’re both going to end uni at the same time. Yet why do I feel so hopeless and embarrassed. I went to a grammar school so I feel like a foundation year is the worst idea for literally anyone there but my parents would not allow me to retake rip.
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
I know a foundation course isn’t the end of the world but it sort of is in terms of money right? I have already accepted but I just feel like i’m so unprepared and dumb, like a 15 year olds going into uni rather than a 19
Original post by Anonymous
yeah I keep seeing people say that doing a foundation year was a great idea but then I keep seeing people say how foundation year was pointless bc it was so similar. And it’s still expensive so I just hope that this isn’t all for nothing
Congrats on getting into uni!I did a foundation year around 4ish years ago during covid (can't believe it was that long ago now). I was a bit anxious of doing it at first, but what I found was it helped me get used to the university environment and what was expected of us. It took a bit of getting used to but I didn't feel the 'leap' from first to second year as much as some of the others in my year group. During the foundation year we were also assessed in a mixture of different ways e.g. coursework, presentations, and the plus side was that it wasn't just all exam based which was a relief.
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