Need advice on uni and life situation please
I'm at a low place. I didn't manage to stay at uni because I got scared being away from home. I wanted to study psychology, but I've been so put-off with the idea of having to do a masters and a PhD to get anywhere with it. Now I don't know what to do. I am at home doing nothing at the moment. I'm scared to go away from home, and even if I did i don't know what I'd do anymore, or if uni is even the best path. Btw there's nothing nearby where I live... I'd really appreciate any advice. Thanks.
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Get a job, and do Open University - Online Learning Courses and Adult Education - The Open University
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by McGingerGet a job, and do Open University - Online Learning Courses and Adult Education - The Open University
Do you know at all if that is useful for job prospects? Or if other young people do that?
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by AnonymousI'm at a low place. I didn't manage to stay at uni because I got scared being away from home. I wanted to study psychology, but I've been so put-off with the idea of having to do a masters and a PhD to get anywhere with it. Now I don't know what to do. I am at home doing nothing at the moment. I'm scared to go away from home, and even if I did i don't know what I'd do anymore, or if uni is even the best path. Btw there's nothing nearby where I live... I'd really appreciate any advice. Thanks.
the open university ?
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by gcsestudent459the open university ?
Yes, thanks
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OU is widely respected by employers and other Universities.
Its not an easy option - you will not have the same level of support as if you were at a conventional Uni, and obviously there will be none of the other pluses like friendships, social life, campus facilities etc.
Its not an easy option - you will not have the same level of support as if you were at a conventional Uni, and obviously there will be none of the other pluses like friendships, social life, campus facilities etc.
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by AnonymousI'm at a low place. I didn't manage to stay at uni because I got scared being away from home. I wanted to study psychology, but I've been so put-off with the idea of having to do a masters and a PhD to get anywhere with it. Now I don't know what to do. I am at home doing nothing at the moment. I'm scared to go away from home, and even if I did i don't know what I'd do anymore, or if uni is even the best path. Btw there's nothing nearby where I live... I'd really appreciate any advice. Thanks.
Hi there,
It can be tricky to decide what the best thing to do for you is.
In terms of not wanting to be far from home, you could check out the Open University as has been suggested on here. This would mean you could live at home but still study which might be a good option for you if you don't want to be away from home for too long.
I wouldn't let having to do a masters and potentially PDH stop you from doing the course that you want to do if it is something you want to do in the future! If it is what you want to do it will be worth doing the extra years of uni if you can get into the profession you want. It might be worth talking to some people who have done the course and see what their experience is of it and if you like the sound of it. You can look on here, or on The Ambassador Platform as this may be helpful too.
You could also see if there are any universities that are around an hour away from you. I know you said there is nothing around you, but even if it is a little bit further out it might still be worth looking and then you could either commute (an hour or so commute would be doable) or you could live in halls but at least you know you would be near home so this may help you to feel better about it.
I hope some of this helps,
Lucy -SHU student ambassador.
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by AnonymousI'm at a low place. I didn't manage to stay at uni because I got scared being away from home. I wanted to study psychology, but I've been so put-off with the idea of having to do a masters and a PhD to get anywhere with it. Now I don't know what to do. I am at home doing nothing at the moment. I'm scared to go away from home, and even if I did i don't know what I'd do anymore, or if uni is even the best path. Btw there's nothing nearby where I live... I'd really appreciate any advice. Thanks.
Hi @Anonymous 👋
I am sorry to hear that. There is always time to do something. Doing a masters and PhD in psychology takes time and effort and is important to get the job you want so consider the pros and cons of the situation first. Being scared to go away from home is acceptable and if you could not manage it in university, then it is a good decision to step away and reconsider.
There are apprenticeships for jobs if you dont want to go through uni but if you do want to consider university, there are online degrees that may available to consider as well as maybe even taking a gap year if you have not already to find something to do and get a job to save money as well for whats next.
Hope you figure it out!
Essex Student Rep- Lavanya 💜
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Sorry to hear you are feeling like this ☹.
Just because you didn’t stay at uni – don’t think that all your options are over. As people have already commented there is Open University or working and doing an apprenticeship if they are options you want to consider?
There is also a lot of universities that offer fully online courses or hybrid courses where you do a combination of online study with some attendance at the university. Also a lot of universities have a second semester entry with courses starting in January.
I would take this time to really think about what you want to do and look at all your options.
Good luck with everything 😊
Just because you didn’t stay at uni – don’t think that all your options are over. As people have already commented there is Open University or working and doing an apprenticeship if they are options you want to consider?
There is also a lot of universities that offer fully online courses or hybrid courses where you do a combination of online study with some attendance at the university. Also a lot of universities have a second semester entry with courses starting in January.
I would take this time to really think about what you want to do and look at all your options.
Good luck with everything 😊
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Hi there,
Sorry to hear you're going through a tough time at the minute. It's completely normal to not feel settled when starting a new course in a new place so don't feel like you're alone in this!
I can completely understand being put off by the prospect of having to do a Masters and PHD as this is a really big commitment, but don't let this stop you from studying something you enjoy. You may find that after studying Psychology for 3 years you want a break and don't want to further your studies, this is completely normal and a lot of people don't go straight into further education. Equally, you may find that studying Psychology as an undergraduate inspires and encourages you to carry on your studies and further your knowledge.
Like others have recommended, I'd definitely encourage you to take a look at the Open University or other online courses offered by universities. From a quick search, there are many universities that offer 100% online Psychology degrees. Studying online will still allow you to further your education whilst remaining in the comfort of your home, studying at your own pace.
Whatever you choose, make sure it's the correct decision for you and something you will enjoy in the long run.
Best wishes, ^Hannah 🙂
Sorry to hear you're going through a tough time at the minute. It's completely normal to not feel settled when starting a new course in a new place so don't feel like you're alone in this!
I can completely understand being put off by the prospect of having to do a Masters and PHD as this is a really big commitment, but don't let this stop you from studying something you enjoy. You may find that after studying Psychology for 3 years you want a break and don't want to further your studies, this is completely normal and a lot of people don't go straight into further education. Equally, you may find that studying Psychology as an undergraduate inspires and encourages you to carry on your studies and further your knowledge.
Like others have recommended, I'd definitely encourage you to take a look at the Open University or other online courses offered by universities. From a quick search, there are many universities that offer 100% online Psychology degrees. Studying online will still allow you to further your education whilst remaining in the comfort of your home, studying at your own pace.
Whatever you choose, make sure it's the correct decision for you and something you will enjoy in the long run.
Best wishes, ^Hannah 🙂
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by AnonymousI'm at a low place. I didn't manage to stay at uni because I got scared being away from home. I wanted to study psychology, but I've been so put-off with the idea of having to do a masters and a PhD to get anywhere with it. Now I don't know what to do. I am at home doing nothing at the moment. I'm scared to go away from home, and even if I did i don't know what I'd do anymore, or if uni is even the best path. Btw there's nothing nearby where I live... I'd really appreciate any advice. Thanks.
There's been some really great advice from other people on this thread that is worth considering.
The only thing I'd add is to take a bit of time to consider your options. You have plenty of time, and just because you weren't ready for uni right now (which is completely understandable!) it doesn't mean you never will be.
I know someone who was in a similar situation, who went to uni straight after school but dropped out right away. A year later, they studied a completely different course at a uni a bit closer to home. They went on to do a masters and are now thriving in their chosen field.
I hope this gives you a bit of reassurance that things to work out, even if it's not in the way you originally expected. This year or so out may be tricky at times, so I'd advise that you try and get into a routine to avoid feeling lost.
Whether you go back to uni or not, and whether you still want to study psychology or not, you will do great things.
All the best to you!
Ella
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by AnonymousDo you know at all if that is useful for job prospects? Or if other young people do that?
I graduated from the Open University this year.
People of all ages study there. There was someone on my course who was 70. Meanwhile someone I know, (casual acquaintance), her home educated 14 year old daughter just started there.
It's just as respected as any other degree.
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I dropped out of uni a few months in due to homesickness. I was fortunately able to resit my A-levels to get the grades to go to a fantastic university in my city where I am able to live at home. A month into my first year, I am so glad I did. I don't know much about the Open University but it is definitely an option. I would recommend doing what I did if you want more of a uni experience (either going to uni in your home city or commuting to a nearby one). Just reread and saw that there isn't one near you, so Open University would probably be best. I'm not sure if you're put off by postgrad education because it seems intimidating and difficult or because it seems like a lot of work which you don't want to do. If it's the latter, then a career in psychology is not for you (sorry to be blunt). If you do want to study psychology and put the work in etc then please don't give up now - you'll likely really regret it one day.
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