Do you have/want a higher education?

Arya Stark · 10-09-2009, 05:50 PM

I'm declaring my major next semester.

English Education with a double minor in Philosophy and Theatre.

Freebase Dali · 10-09-2009, 06:07 PM

Currently working on getting my AAS as a computer network specialist, plus an absurd amount of certifications. Ultimate goal is to get my CCIE, which only a relatively small amount of people in the US have been able to achieve, and is the holy grail of IT certifications.

The idea is to get a job in Houston for no less than 80K starting salary, which isn't too hard in the communications field. Especially with a CCIE.

Screw paying for a college degree that isn't going to pay me back.

Astronomer · 10-09-2009, 07:06 PM

I've got a Bachelor of Arts, I graduated from my degree last year. I was so excited about having a Bachelor's Degree, only to realise that my BA didn't really achieve anything career-wise for me.

So I'm currently working on a Postgraduate Diploma of Education (Secondary Teaching). Yay!

Freebase Dali · 10-09-2009, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lateralus

I've got a Bachelor of Arts, I graduated from my degree last year. I was so excited about having a Bachelor's Degree, only to realise that my BA didn't really achieve anything career-wise for me.

So I'm currently working on a Postgraduate Diploma of Education (Secondary Teaching). Yay!

Yea, I hear ya.
I'd love to get a degree in some fancy artsy kinda thing, but I gotta go with what pays the bills.
Life isn't free, regardless of whether you enjoy it or not.
I just don't want to struggle, and I don't want my children to struggle. I want to make a good life for myself and my children (when I have some... I'm taking applications, btw.), and I don't think I'll be able to do that without a solid career plan.

sidewinder · 10-09-2009, 08:45 PM

I wish I'd gotten a higher degree. Alas, I did too many drugs near the end of high school and early college (community college), and when I finally got my ass in gear I got an associates in graphic design. Been doing well with it, but could be doing better if I had a more advanced degree.

I also wish I'd put more thought into college and the future when I was in high school, and might be doing something higher-level altogether. Eh, such is life.

I've considered going back to school, and I suppose it's never too late. But I have other things to accomplish first.

FETCHER. · 10-09-2009, 09:05 PM

does nobody feel like times running out in a way? i felt i had to post this question cos this is how i feel about my education. i feel like by the time i finally graduate, if i get into uni. then im goin to be well old and past it

Freebase Dali · 10-09-2009, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by kayleigh.

does nobody feel like times running out in a way? i felt i had to post this question cos this is how i feel about my education. i feel like by the time i finally graduate, if i get into uni. then im goin to be well old and past it

I think that would only apply if you grow up and realize that no, you won't make any money having gotten a degree in something that has no relevant and profitable job market.

Seltzer · 10-09-2009, 11:07 PM

I'm approaching the end of my third year of four in a Bachelor of software engineering.

I'm not sure whether I'll do a ME/PhD... there are some aspects of academia which discourage me and I guess it depends on whether I think I can contribute anything substantial to a field. I'm not even sure what I would specialise in yet.

On the other hand, one of my lecturers recently headhunted me to work on his pet project over the summer so perhaps that would be a good opportunity to get a feel for research work? Regardless of whether I take it (it's a backup option), it's a weird feeling to be 'in demand' before I've graduated; a massive change from struggling to get a job as a teenager.

SATCHMO · 10-10-2009, 12:36 AM

I have an Associate's Degree (wah-waaah) in Liberal Arts (wah-waaah) with honors (wah-waaah).

I am currently unemployed.

Antonio · 10-10-2009, 12:40 AM

currently in my second year, BA in Architecture, tis no simple task.

View Poll Results: Do you have a higher education?
Yes	13	34.21%
No, but working on it (f.ex university bachelor student)	16	42.11%
Not yet, but plan to	6	15.79%
No	3	7.89%
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10-09-2009, 06:07 PM	#12 (permalink)
Freebase Dali Partying on the inside Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 5,584	Currently working on getting my AAS as a computer network specialist, plus an absurd amount of certifications. Ultimate goal is to get my CCIE, which only a relatively small amount of people in the US have been able to achieve, and is the holy grail of IT certifications. The idea is to get a job in Houston for no less than 80K starting salary, which isn't too hard in the communications field. Especially with a CCIE. Screw paying for a college degree that isn't going to pay me back. __________________

10-09-2009, 07:06 PM	#13 (permalink)
Astronomer we are stardust Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Australia Posts: 2,894	I've got a Bachelor of Arts, I graduated from my degree last year. I was so excited about having a Bachelor's Degree, only to realise that my BA didn't really achieve anything career-wise for me. So I'm currently working on a Postgraduate Diploma of Education (Secondary Teaching). Yay! __________________

10-09-2009, 08:45 PM	#15 (permalink)
sidewinder Engorged Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 5,536	I wish I'd gotten a higher degree. Alas, I did too many drugs near the end of high school and early college (community college), and when I finally got my ass in gear I got an associates in graphic design. Been doing well with it, but could be doing better if I had a more advanced degree. I also wish I'd put more thought into college and the future when I was in high school, and might be doing something higher-level altogether. Eh, such is life. I've considered going back to school, and I suppose it's never too late. But I have other things to accomplish first. __________________ last.fm \| my collection on RYM \| vinyl instagram @allthatyouseeandhear I'd love to see your signature/links too, but the huge and obnoxious ones have caused me to block all signatures.

10-09-2009, 11:07 PM	#18 (permalink)
Seltzer Fish in the percolator! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Hobbit Land NZ Posts: 2,870	I'm approaching the end of my third year of four in a Bachelor of software engineering. I'm not sure whether I'll do a ME/PhD... there are some aspects of academia which discourage me and I guess it depends on whether I think I can contribute anything substantial to a field. I'm not even sure what I would specialise in yet. On the other hand, one of my lecturers recently headhunted me to work on his pet project over the summer so perhaps that would be a good opportunity to get a feel for research work? Regardless of whether I take it (it's a backup option), it's a weird feeling to be 'in demand' before I've graduated; a massive change from struggling to get a job as a teenager. __________________ In the Court of King Crimson \| Last.fm \| RYM

10-10-2009, 12:36 AM	#19 (permalink)
SATCHMO Al Dente Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 4,708	I have an Associate's Degree (wah-waaah) in Liberal Arts (wah-waaah) with honors (wah-waaah). I am currently unemployed.