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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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For more information about course changes and transfers click here.