Freaking Out- I don't want to do this degree-
Hellooooo
I am freaking the hell out because I am meant to be starting next week. I think I have f-cked up because I am not interested in this course enough...I chose it as more of a strategic move, but I am not passionate about it and I think I will struggle to do this for THREE YEARS. I feel like a complete fraud.
Is it too late to back out? Will I still be charged? (I enrolled already and accepted the agreement, which I'm sure I have somewhere digitally to check the terms).
Payments haven't been accepted on my Student finance/gone out to the uni yet.
I am neurodivergent and mature so I am worried because I have not had an easy ride of life up until now and my real passions are art and photography, English, languages and psychology. But I am enrolled onto something totally different. It might be too late and maybe I will have to just stop freaking out
I am freaking the hell out because I am meant to be starting next week. I think I have f-cked up because I am not interested in this course enough...I chose it as more of a strategic move, but I am not passionate about it and I think I will struggle to do this for THREE YEARS. I feel like a complete fraud.
Is it too late to back out? Will I still be charged? (I enrolled already and accepted the agreement, which I'm sure I have somewhere digitally to check the terms).
Payments haven't been accepted on my Student finance/gone out to the uni yet.
I am neurodivergent and mature so I am worried because I have not had an easy ride of life up until now and my real passions are art and photography, English, languages and psychology. But I am enrolled onto something totally different. It might be too late and maybe I will have to just stop freaking out
Original post by Anonymous
Hellooooo
I am freaking the hell out because I am meant to be starting next week. I think I have f-cked up because I am not interested in this course enough...I chose it as more of a strategic move, but I am not passionate about it and I think I will struggle to do this for THREE YEARS. I feel like a complete fraud.
Is it too late to back out? Will I still be charged? (I enrolled already and accepted the agreement, which I'm sure I have somewhere digitally to check the terms).
Payments haven't been accepted on my Student finance/gone out to the uni yet.
I am neurodivergent and mature so I am worried because I have not had an easy ride of life up until now and my real passions are art and photography, English, languages and psychology. But I am enrolled onto something totally different. It might be too late and maybe I will have to just stop freaking out
I am freaking the hell out because I am meant to be starting next week. I think I have f-cked up because I am not interested in this course enough...I chose it as more of a strategic move, but I am not passionate about it and I think I will struggle to do this for THREE YEARS. I feel like a complete fraud.
Is it too late to back out? Will I still be charged? (I enrolled already and accepted the agreement, which I'm sure I have somewhere digitally to check the terms).
Payments haven't been accepted on my Student finance/gone out to the uni yet.
I am neurodivergent and mature so I am worried because I have not had an easy ride of life up until now and my real passions are art and photography, English, languages and psychology. But I am enrolled onto something totally different. It might be too late and maybe I will have to just stop freaking out
It's not too late to back out. If you think it's the best choice for you then go for it.
My only word of warning would be accommodation. These tend not to have the favourable terms compared with your actual university, so read the contract again and see if there are any charges to pay.
Reply 2
Original post by Anonymous
Hellooooo
I am freaking the hell out because I am meant to be starting next week. I think I have f-cked up because I am not interested in this course enough...I chose it as more of a strategic move, but I am not passionate about it and I think I will struggle to do this for THREE YEARS. I feel like a complete fraud.
Is it too late to back out? Will I still be charged? (I enrolled already and accepted the agreement, which I'm sure I have somewhere digitally to check the terms).
Payments haven't been accepted on my Student finance/gone out to the uni yet.
I am neurodivergent and mature so I am worried because I have not had an easy ride of life up until now and my real passions are art and photography, English, languages and psychology. But I am enrolled onto something totally different. It might be too late and maybe I will have to just stop freaking out
I am freaking the hell out because I am meant to be starting next week. I think I have f-cked up because I am not interested in this course enough...I chose it as more of a strategic move, but I am not passionate about it and I think I will struggle to do this for THREE YEARS. I feel like a complete fraud.
Is it too late to back out? Will I still be charged? (I enrolled already and accepted the agreement, which I'm sure I have somewhere digitally to check the terms).
Payments haven't been accepted on my Student finance/gone out to the uni yet.
I am neurodivergent and mature so I am worried because I have not had an easy ride of life up until now and my real passions are art and photography, English, languages and psychology. But I am enrolled onto something totally different. It might be too late and maybe I will have to just stop freaking out
You poor thing! What a nightmare.
Why the f*** did you sign up to a course you don't even want to do? Parental pressure? Pressure from a partner? If so, they really should have let you make the choice that's right for you...
One thing that's certain? Doing a course you don't want to do BEFORE YOU'VE EVEN STARTED IT is bad news. And sad news..
But it's not too late - see if you can swap courses at the same uni. And if not, there will be a way around this: do lots of research; be persistent. If necessary, postpone until Sept 2025 while you decide what you really want to do. Don't make any rash decisions - these courses are ££££££ (I've been trying to find an emoji of a horse and cart with bandits onboard - Ie daylight robbery, but no luck so far!). Cx
Follow your dreams.Study something that makes your heart sing. Way too many people are coerced into doing things they don't want to actually do, which is tragic. You only get one little life on this wonderful planet, Cx
Original post by Anonymous
Hellooooo
I am freaking the hell out because I am meant to be starting next week. I think I have f-cked up because I am not interested in this course enough...I chose it as more of a strategic move, but I am not passionate about it and I think I will struggle to do this for THREE YEARS. I feel like a complete fraud.
Is it too late to back out? Will I still be charged? (I enrolled already and accepted the agreement, which I'm sure I have somewhere digitally to check the terms).
Payments haven't been accepted on my Student finance/gone out to the uni yet.
I am neurodivergent and mature so I am worried because I have not had an easy ride of life up until now and my real passions are art and photography, English, languages and psychology. But I am enrolled onto something totally different. It might be too late and maybe I will have to just stop freaking out
I am freaking the hell out because I am meant to be starting next week. I think I have f-cked up because I am not interested in this course enough...I chose it as more of a strategic move, but I am not passionate about it and I think I will struggle to do this for THREE YEARS. I feel like a complete fraud.
Is it too late to back out? Will I still be charged? (I enrolled already and accepted the agreement, which I'm sure I have somewhere digitally to check the terms).
Payments haven't been accepted on my Student finance/gone out to the uni yet.
I am neurodivergent and mature so I am worried because I have not had an easy ride of life up until now and my real passions are art and photography, English, languages and psychology. But I am enrolled onto something totally different. It might be too late and maybe I will have to just stop freaking out
Hi there!
It's not too late for you to change courses! Clearing is still open in some universities so you can have a look at applying somewhere else through that or you may be able to switch courses at the same university. I would advise you get in contact with your university and see if the course you are looking to switch to is still available and what the process are for you to do that.
I hope this helps😀
Lottie, Graduate Advocate
Reply 4
No big shakes. Students often have a change of heart. Simply inform the department you no longer wish to study subject xxx and wish to withdraw. They will inform student finance and you will get your money back - if you have paid any. Ditto for accommodation (unless you have booked accommodation with a private landlord who will NOT refund you the first term's fees).
Reply 5
If you genuinely feel like the course doesn't align with your passions, don't ignore that feeling. Being neuro-divergent and mature gives you a unique perspective, and it’s important to align your energy with something that truly engages and motivates you.
There's no shame in reassessing your path—it’s brave to admit that something isn’t right and seek what truly fits your interests and needs.
If you’re still feeling unsure, try to gather more information about the course content and how it might benefit your longer-term goals, or consider talking to a counsellor at the university to weigh your options.
We wish you the best of luck and hope you start to feel better
SG
There's no shame in reassessing your path—it’s brave to admit that something isn’t right and seek what truly fits your interests and needs.
If you’re still feeling unsure, try to gather more information about the course content and how it might benefit your longer-term goals, or consider talking to a counsellor at the university to weigh your options.
We wish you the best of luck and hope you start to feel better
SG
(edited 6 months ago)
Original post by Anonymous
Hellooooo
I am freaking the hell out because I am meant to be starting next week. I think I have f-cked up because I am not interested in this course enough...I chose it as more of a strategic move, but I am not passionate about it and I think I will struggle to do this for THREE YEARS. I feel like a complete fraud.
Is it too late to back out? Will I still be charged? (I enrolled already and accepted the agreement, which I'm sure I have somewhere digitally to check the terms).
Payments haven't been accepted on my Student finance/gone out to the uni yet.
I am neurodivergent and mature so I am worried because I have not had an easy ride of life up until now and my real passions are art and photography, English, languages and psychology. But I am enrolled onto something totally different. It might be too late and maybe I will have to just stop freaking out
I am freaking the hell out because I am meant to be starting next week. I think I have f-cked up because I am not interested in this course enough...I chose it as more of a strategic move, but I am not passionate about it and I think I will struggle to do this for THREE YEARS. I feel like a complete fraud.
Is it too late to back out? Will I still be charged? (I enrolled already and accepted the agreement, which I'm sure I have somewhere digitally to check the terms).
Payments haven't been accepted on my Student finance/gone out to the uni yet.
I am neurodivergent and mature so I am worried because I have not had an easy ride of life up until now and my real passions are art and photography, English, languages and psychology. But I am enrolled onto something totally different. It might be too late and maybe I will have to just stop freaking out
Hey! I just wanted to check in and see how you were doing? Did you speak to your university and change course?
We're all here on site to help support you and offer advice or just be a listening ear if you do want to chat!
Becky
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