Thinking of leaving or changing your course
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The decision to change or leave your course will be something only a handful of students consider, but for those in their first year this is a decision that can weigh heavily on you. If you are not enjoying your studies or feeling that university currently is not for you then continue listening. In this episode we hear Careers Consultants Sarah Blunt and Fiona Hartley talking about the options and help available for those who find themselves uncertain if their degree is for them. We also hear from James a Finalist on the BA Film Studies course. James shares his own experience of the decision to switch both subject choice and institution before finally coming to Exeter. We explore how he felt about making the decision and what influenced his next steps before talking about the support he received and sharing his own advice and tips for anyone finding themselves in a similar situation. For more information and advice about the options you have and signposted support  listen to podcast 1 or read our dedicated Career Zone webpages Thinking of Leaving or Changing Course | Career Zone | University of Exeter ‘ Other useful articles on this topic Changing or leaving your course | Prospects.ac.uk also addresses the FAQs asked by students on this topic. Further Support from Exeter University Students’ Union – Guild or SU: Offer advice and support.  For more information about the support available: Changes to your studies - Student Life Knowledgebase (exeterguild.com) Interruption - Student Life Knowledgebase (exeterguild.com) Exeter - Advice Service (exeterguild.com) Penryn - Advice (thesu.org.uk)  Transcript of the podcast: Word | PDF
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