Written by Elijah Fountain
Hi, I’m Elijah an online university student currently living on the Dubbo campus.
I made the decision to switch courses at the end of my first year from Psychology to Information Studies.
Information Studies being a course dedicated for career pathways in archives, museums and libraries.
The process to switch was straightforward, all I needed to do was fill out the transfer form and wait for approval.
There are many reasons that people could choose to switch degrees. I switched for two main reasons: finding the career I’m passionate for and living closer to family.
Something that I did not realise when I decided to transfer was that the subjects that you’ve completed previously aren’t completely disregarded.
Subject credits can do two things. The first is towards accreditation’s such as certifications and diplomas.
When I switched, I surprisingly received a certificate.
The second is credits towards the new degree.
Depending on the content load, to what you’re switching from/to, you might be able to obtain credits that can speed up your degree.
The decision to change happened for so many reasons. From money, to keeping closer to the people I care about and ultimately finding my passion.
The transition between degrees was incredibly flexible to the world around me and my circumstances at the time.
I felt like the first year of study wasn’t a complete waste of my time.
I felt the decision was my own choice and I had all the options laid out in front of me.
Currently, I’m in my first session of my new course and I do not regret it.
I’ve found new mates, a new course structure and close support from my family and friends.
This was something I didn’t have while living in Bathurst.
I believe have made the right choice.
For more information about course changes and transfers click here.
