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VCE Stuff => VTAC Discussion => Topic started by: Coolgalbornin03Lo on February 04, 2021, 11:17:59 am
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I was offered science at Melbourne but the thought of job prospects is what’s scaring me. I would perhaps like to do medicine afterwards and if not maybe radiography- whatever it is I know I need further study which I’m fine with.
However my parents are on my back about moving out sooner with a job. So I applied for Monash pharmacy scholars things and got it at Parkville. I have no interest in pharmacy but I guess if do it if it will relieve my stress? I was really looking forward to science though.
Is planning to transfer from science to radiography a risky move? If this transfer doesn’t work I wouldn’t mind staying in science but I wouldn’t like to stay in pharmacy
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I was offered science at Melbourne but the thought of job prospects is what’s scaring me. I would perhaps like to do medicine afterwards and if not maybe radiography- whatever it is I know I need further study which I’m fine with.
However my parents are on my back about moving out sooner with a job. So I applied for Monash pharmacy scholars things and got it at Parkville. I have no interest in pharmacy but I guess if do it if it will relieve my stress? I was really looking forward to science though.
Is planning to transfer from science to radiography a risky move? If this transfer doesn’t work I wouldn’t mind staying in science but I wouldn’t like to stay in pharmacy
Hey Coolgalbornin03!
One thing I would keep in mind is that whatever you choose, you'll be studying for at least 3 years, probably more if you choose to do honours or add on extra units. Motivation will be a massive part of that, and I think that interest in a subject and genuine enjoyment will be what will get you through those 3 or more years and get you the most out of your university experience - while jobs are important, I think you should consider what you value most from your experience.
Personally, I feel science as a general degree is great as it gives you the flexibility to explore and take units from many different fields. Perhaps someone else in this thread can give a more detailed insight into the specific pros and cons of these degrees, but please don't let someone else make the decision of what to study for you. This is a significant investment of your time, and it will ultimately be you doing the work to get through.
Hope this helps!
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Do what you like. Your future self will thank you for it.
Doing what guarantees your job only ensures that you'll forever be slaving off to work 9-5 just for the salary and it's virtually meaningless if the only thing you're getting from your job is your paycheck.
You spend virtually half your life working - is this how you'd like to spend it?
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As long as you have a reasonable plan for further employable study afterwards, and don't expect to magically get a dream job straight out of a science degree, I'd go for the one you think you'll enjoy. The short-term gain (temporary stress relief and larger income sooner) is really, really not worth years of ongoing stress. You'll also probably perform more poorly in a degree if you're less motivated or feel pushed into it, and be less competitive for a job afterwards.
Meanwhile, you can focus on trying to get as much paid work as you reasonably can during your degree. It won't make you as much money as a FT job after uni will, but you'll show your parents that you're working towards their goal, you can have a bit more financial independence and/or pay 'rent', and it'll improve your graduate job prospects.
Also, why do you think your parents are pushing you? Do they think that getting a job sooner equals greater success, or are they struggling to support you financially? You may be able to find a different way to help address their specific concerns.