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Dropping out of uni and reapplying for same course elsewhere

I’m planning to stay at university for the next few weeks to ensure I enjoy the course I’m doing but I hate living in accommodation at the university I’m at and it’s too far to commute. Initially I had worries about this as I don’t enjoy clubbing etc. but since being here I haven’t been able to eat or sleep and it’s really affecting my mental health. I was just wondering whether dropping out of my course (Pharmacy) would have implications in me reapplying for the same course at the uni closer to home. I had previously received an offer from this uni but put it as my insurance - I was just wondering if I’d be less likely to get in because I dropped out of the course elsewhere.

What i’m feeling isn’t homesickness, I know a lot of people struggle in the first few weeks.

Reply 1

I'm really sorry you're feeling this way. I think if your not enjoying it it's not worth putting yourself through the next 3 years or however long the course is. Universities are businesses and they shouldn't really care whether your reapplying- if you're still good enough they'll still take you.yoy can also email admissions and explain your circumstance to ask whether you'd be eligible to reapply. One thing to look into is how will sfe work bc I think you technically have been in higher education before now? I may be wrong but I think this can affect how much your eligible for, I think just for maintenance loan though.

Reply 2

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by Anonymous
I’m planning to stay at university for the next few weeks to ensure I enjoy the course I’m doing but I hate living in accommodation at the university I’m at and it’s too far to commute. Initially I had worries about this as I don’t enjoy clubbing etc. but since being here I haven’t been able to eat or sleep and it’s really affecting my mental health. I was just wondering whether dropping out of my course (Pharmacy) would have implications in me reapplying for the same course at the uni closer to home. I had previously received an offer from this uni but put it as my insurance - I was just wondering if I’d be less likely to get in because I dropped out of the course elsewhere.
What i’m feeling isn’t homesickness, I know a lot of people struggle in the first few weeks.

I am not really sure what’s the actual problem.

You want to drop out of your course because of your accommodation? Isn't that a bit silly? Would you quit your job or divorce your partner because of your accommodation?

Surely, there is a middle ground of trying to get alternative accommodation or live privately whilst doing your course. I think it is a bit too deep to quit your course because of accommodation.
(edited 1 month ago)

Reply 3

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by Wired_1800
I am not really sure what’s the actual problem.
You want to drop out of your course because of your accommodation? Isn't that a bit silly? Would you quit your job or divorce your partner because of your accommodation?
Surely, there is a middle ground of trying to get alternative accommodation or live privately whilst doing your course. I think it is a bit too deep to quit your course because of accommodation.


I feel that the uni experience itself is quite isolating so to go into accommodation and not connect with anyone there etc is more difficult. I was looking into private accomodation but that’s not something I’m able to afford to do. I’ve already switched flats but that’s not better either as it’s the same - people walking around with speakers, 30+ people in my flat, walking into sick in the kitchen sink. I feel that not being able to sleep especially is affecting me and I won’t be able to study efficiently where I am especially with an intense course like Pharmacy
Original post
by Anonymous
I feel that the uni experience itself is quite isolating so to go into accommodation and not connect with anyone there etc is more difficult. I was looking into private accomodation but that’s not something I’m able to afford to do. I’ve already switched flats but that’s not better either as it’s the same - people walking around with speakers, 30+ people in my flat, walking into sick in the kitchen sink. I feel that not being able to sleep especially is affecting me and I won’t be able to study efficiently where I am especially with an intense course like Pharmacy

What are you doing to change this? How will it be different at another place? What you are proposing to do isn't offering a solution? Put together a rational reasoning or else you will probably find yourself in exactly the same position somewhere else.

Reply 5

I don't know why everyones giving you so much crap over this, living in accom is not for everyone and not every accom is a nightmare like the ones you've described. It sounds like you're planning to reapply to a uni close to home and commute from home rather than stay in accom. That sounds like a solution to your problem.

I think before you do anything solid just reach out to that uni and explain your circumstances, and make sure they'd be happy to have you. They might even be able to transfer you if they still have space on the course, I'm not sure.

Reply 6

Original post
by Anonymous
I feel that the uni experience itself is quite isolating so to go into accommodation and not connect with anyone there etc is more difficult. I was looking into private accomodation but that’s not something I’m able to afford to do. I’ve already switched flats but that’s not better either as it’s the same - people walking around with speakers, 30+ people in my flat, walking into sick in the kitchen sink. I feel that not being able to sleep especially is affecting me and I won’t be able to study efficiently where I am especially with an intense course like Pharmacy

As the other member said, you should consider your options because the following year could bear similar results.

Personally, I suggest that you have a honest think about what’s pushing you away. Sometimes, the real reason could be lack of friends but manifest itself in discontent about other’s living condition.

There was a sumilar poster in the past who wanted to drop out because they did not like their flatmates. It turned out that they did not have friends and felt lonely. When they got friends from a uni society, they settled in and moved on.

Reply 7

Original post
by Anonymous
I don't know why everyones giving you so much crap over this, living in accom is not for everyone and not every accom is a nightmare like the ones you've described. It sounds like you're planning to reapply to a uni close to home and commute from home rather than stay in accom. That sounds like a solution to your problem.
I think before you do anything solid just reach out to that uni and explain your circumstances, and make sure they'd be happy to have you. They might even be able to transfer you if they still have space on the course, I'm not sure.

Uni is about having lots of experiences (both good and bad). Running back home when the going gets tough can be seen as a sign of weakness.

I think the OP’s core issue is the people connection and not the silly behaviour of their peers in uni accommodation.

Uni has barely started for the year (we are still in September) and the OP has already changed their accommodation and seeking to leave entirely based on a couple of weeks (or so) of negative experience. What tends to happen is students tend to settle after the initial high of freshers and new uni life.

I personally doubt the reasons that they have given but to each their own.

Reply 8

Original post
by Anonymous
I don't know why everyones giving you so much crap over this, living in accom is not for everyone and not every accom is a nightmare like the ones you've described. It sounds like you're planning to reapply to a uni close to home and commute from home rather than stay in accom. That sounds like a solution to your problem.
I think before you do anything solid just reach out to that uni and explain your circumstances, and make sure they'd be happy to have you. They might even be able to transfer you if they still have space on the course, I'm not sure.


Yes I have contacted the uni I want to transfer to asking if it’s possible for me to transfer into the 2nd year by completing this one. I have emeteophobia (fear of illness) that’s making my experience much worse, i have received help for it previously and thought I could perhaps manage here but as I highlighted before what my flatmates are like that won’t be possible. Thank you for understanding BAHA i feel like everyone puts it down to homesickness immediately but that’s definitely not what I’m feeling right now.

Reply 9

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by Wired_1800
Uni is about having lots of experiences (both good and bad). Running back home when the going gets tough can be seen as a sign of weakness.
I think the OP’s core issue is the people connection and not the silly behaviour of their peers in uni accommodation.
Uni has barely started for the year (we are still in September) and the OP has already changed their accommodation and seeking to leave entirely based on a couple of weeks (or so) of negative experience. What tends to happen is students tend to settle after the initial high of freshers and new uni life.
I personally doubt the reasons that they have given but to each their own.


Clearly you’re unable to read as my original question wasn’t discussing whether or not I should leave but the implications of dropping out of my current course to reapply to the same elsewhere. You’re making assumptions and I understand you’re trying to offer your best advice but I understand how I’m feeling. I’ve spend long periods away from home and homesickness or lack of connections isn’t an issue for me - per why i’d be okay with commuting as i’d only connect with others through societies or lectures and even not at all. My parents know my condition (which results in me not being able to go on nights out) & suggested against moving into accomodation yet I did it anyway as all that you’ve listed isn’t a problem. I’m constantly struggling with the experience and if moving out of accomodation is as “weak” to you then so be it.

Reply 10

Original post
by Anonymous
Clearly you’re unable to read as my original question wasn’t discussing whether or not I should leave but the implications of dropping out of my current course to reapply to the same elsewhere. You’re making assumptions and I understand you’re trying to offer your best advice but I understand how I’m feeling. I’ve spend long periods away from home and homesickness or lack of connections isn’t an issue for me - per why i’d be okay with commuting as i’d only connect with others through societies or lectures and even not at all. My parents know my condition (which results in me not being able to go on nights out) & suggested against moving into accomodation yet I did it anyway as all that you’ve listed isn’t a problem. I’m constantly struggling with the experience and if moving out of accomodation is as “weak” to you then so be it.

That’s fair and I appreciate your pushback.

I am seeking to engage in good faith and if my comments appeared negative, that’s my bad.

You seem to have a medical condition that is impacting your experience and your solution is to commute from your home. If you think that would be the best approach for yourself, you should make that decision.

My earlier rebuttal stemmed from similar threads where students struggled to initially settle in and then seemed to create wild alternative universes in their heads to justify their reasons for dropping out which, at its core, was their personal struggle to make new friends. Someone wanted to go to a different uni because their flatmates were extroverted whilst they were introverted. Another person complained about the cleanliness of their communal kitchen and tried to use that as their reason for leaving the uni.

In response to your question, I think you have to contact the university that you are planning to attend to understand their requirements. They may suggest that you complete the first year and you can transfer to their uni in the second year. You may also be lucky to transfer now, if they have space to do so.

Best approach, imho, is to contact them and hope for the best.
Going back to the original question, (rather than haranguing someone over something they’re not asking about), applying elsewhere might raise some eyebrows, but is unlikely to be any disadvantage unless your interim grades at your current uni are poor.

Essentially you just need to cover it briefly in your PS stating that you enjoyed the course but are now looking to study nearer to home. Job done.

Reply 12

How are you going to cope on a Pharmacy course with a fear of illness?
You will have vomiting toddlers in community pharmacy, such peope on hospital placements etc.
Is this the right course for you?

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