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Change of Plans

[want to go in a different direction]

Research tells us that we can all now expect to change our occupation (not just our employer) several times during our working life. Sometimes the recognition that we need to change direction comes about even while we are training for a different profession. Changing direction is a normal part of our journey and should not be regarded as failing or having made a mistake.

The most important thing is to make any change only after a fully considered assessment of the options.

Talk it over first

Some of the people you can talk to:

Academic Skills Office
English Language & International Services

Student Assist

Student Centre

Your Head of Residence or one of the appointed residential leaders in your Residence

Your Course Co-ordinator

If you have decided you need to make a change, there are Options