I’m dropping out of my course
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- Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024
- Thank you if you watched to the end of the video. And thank you for always supporting me. This was a really difficult decision to make but it's definitely for the best. And I'm just so grateful to be in a position where I can actually decide to make this change.
I know that English Literature is the right subject for me to be studying :)
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english literature seems perfect for you
Yeah
Zaluxa 💀💀💀💀💀💀
True!
Su dirección rubi
HELL FRICKIN YEAH WELCOME TO THE ENGLISH LIT LIFE!!!!!
jack is so proud
*jack has entered proud father mode*
i literally knew this comment would be here before I even saw it
I was literally searching for this comment 😂❤️
JOIN US
"Its not a rejection ,its redirection"
I love the phrase ..
Good luck Ruby, have a productive year too ❤
Another phrase I've always loved is " Rejection is protection"
@Henley Chan I agree.
*jack edwards has entered the chat*
I was actually really surprised last year when you initially chose philosophy over literature. I’m so glad you’re going back to it, literature seems like a perfect choice for you. And as a literature graduate I know you’re going to love it!
I was very surprised too, she said she loved it and all, but something felt not right. I am very happy for her. :)
Same ahahah
Dream Ch faculty
I have a question. What can you use a Lit degree for? I have been exploring options but I am not sure what I want to be, but I am beginning to like Lit.
Henrietta Anne Ele S so after graduating I’m working in PR cause I realised I liked communications. There’s honestly so much you can do after Lit. There’s teaching, research, journalism, law , communication. The degree is very versatile and more importantly Literature really make you look at the world from a different perspective so even If post graduating you don’t work in that field you gain very strong soft skills
Philosophy sounds like a nice guy you enjoy spending your time with, while literature is the person with whom you fall in love. I believe you made the best decision, good luck!
Love the comment :D
Love this simile 🙈🙌
This comment is so true! Love it!
Ruby Granger do you mean metaphor?
Ryan Girlz
It says “like”, so it’s a simile, rather than a metaphor
I was actually really surprised when you picked theology since you have always loved English literature and enjoy reading/writing. I am glad you decided on this path and I hope you find much success in it. :)
Me too! She's going to thrive in Enlish lit
She is going to be very successful. I've a feeling she will go far :)
Just listening to how you articulate yourself about your Oxford rejection shows how much you have matured since high school.
Was anyone else shook by this notification?!
✋😂
Same
I thought she'd dropped out of uni completely 😂 I'm so glad she's doing what she loves
I said a loud :"what?"
Maybe "shaken" but not "shook". That doesn't even make sense.
When I saw the title, I was like,
" NOOO!"
When I heard English literature, I was like, "YES YES YES! "
English literature is perfect for you!
Ruby fans- celebrate!
Detours leads us to new realizsations. We all need a Detour to learn Lessons. No one has a straight path in life. And sometimes a Detour leads you to the right place.💫
When I was 6 I decided that I wanted to be a history teacher. So when I finished high school and went on to study history... I hated it! Absolutely hated it! So I dropped out and had a huge identity crisis, who was I if not a history teacher?!
Someone told me that speech therapy is an interesting thing to study so I did that for a year but it wasn't my passion. So I dropped out again and studied social work. I liked it well enough and finished it, but also knew that it wasn't my passion.
While studying social work, I volunteered to show prospective students the school and give them information about the course. I loved doing that so much! It made me realise that what I wanted to be was a teacher, the subject didn't matter that much to me. So after thinking about it for a while, I decided to go with distance education and become an English teacher.
I'm now in my final year, already work as an English teacher and love every second of it. Doesn't matter what road you take, as long as you get where you want/need to be.
Oh this is very reassuring, thank you for this!
This is veeeery reassuring as someone who’s in second year and somewhat enjoys their degree but knows it’s not their passion in life! Thank you
@@maisie2162 no problem :)
@@amandamakesstuff1383 a scary as it is, you have a whole life in front of you and more time than you think to really discover your passion! I even have an aunt who was in her 50s when she discovered her passion and she just finished her education last year!
I love this💙💙💙💙Thanks for sharing 💚
One of my friends did that and she’s soo much happier doing what she loves!😊❤️
I faffed about for years with "responsible" career options before I chucked it and studied English Lit. I'm poorer, but much healthier and happier. This is the person I wanted to be. I hope your friend feels the same.
Emily Barnard i love that soo much - people always associate success with the amount of money you make. As long as you’re happy doing what you love, you’re a very successful person😊
this feels like Elena choosing between Stefan and Damon
IM CRYYYIGNNG
“Im just gonna cut straight to the chase. I am breaking up with stefan......to get with Damon.”
omg yes lol bc she thought stefan was right for her but it was damon. omg i miss that show :(
i actually wish stefan and elena ended up together tho.
Stelena still!!! ❤️❤️❤️
@@TA-os2ru But we all know Stefan was the better choice.
"Literature is the best way for us to understand ourselves because everything's a story. You're a story. I'm a story." Wow! ❤
We wish you loads of luck with your new course and hope you continue to really enjoy your time with us!
How does it feel to be 2nd choice?
Awwww this is awesome
@@PsychologyWizard hey no one cares who she was with before... or who she used to have a crush on, bud. All that matters is, who is the LAST choice.
it‘s incredible how MUCH you have matured in this year. Really glad you‘re doing better mentaly! ❤️ I fell in love with you and your videos all over agin after watching this video
She was always very mature for her age, just a lovely girl :)
Dear Ruby, I dropped out of university three times ( before understanding that some major work had to be done with myself if I wanted to feel good again ). Five years of therapy and now I'm registering again in the course that I hope will lead me to my dream job and most importantly my dream self. Still now I am afraid of that stigma, to be seen as the "dropper", an old 27 years old student who try it one more time...so thank you for sharing that this stigma is not a definition of who we are, and that sometimes it can be a huge opportunity for growth and change instead! ♥️
I’m a bookworm and I can totally relate I appreciate how honest you have been in this video
Wow, Ruby, you’ve articulated that so perfectly, I am stunned. Your choice of words is... superb. I can really feel your soul (for lack of a better word) in this video. It’s you, one hundred percent, and that makes everything you say resonate deeply with me. What you have decided to do is brave, and it is right, too. I am incredibly happy for you!
If you’re happy, we’re happy! Congrats and good luck xx
I knew of your big love for English ever since you were prepping for A levels and when you switched, I was genuinely surprised. I thought that it was a new discovery and I was excited for you.
I am now so excited for you again that you have returned to your first love (basically, this is what it seems like haha) and I wish you all the best! I know you will do great!
Nikki SHY first love indeed x
I reas somewhere that we spend our whole lives trying to refind our first loves x
@@RubyGranger8 I stayed with my first decision as well and I never regretted it 💕 So I guess it is true
As an Literature MA grad, I can see you suiting the course perfectly! I’m currently saving up for a PhD (whilst working in publishing) because I just can’t get enough. If any of you ever need any advice about studying a BA or MA in Literature please just get in touch 📚
Hey, just wondering if you could give any advice on getting into publishing? I really want to but with no experience since my BA I’ve had no luck anywhere. Thanks :)
marija Hello! I would suggest trying to get work experience or an internship and building experience around the area you’re interested in. Not to self promote but I’m currently doing a YT series on getting into publishing which might be able to help.
Claire Fenby I’m currently studying for my BA in English Language and Literature in hopes to work into publishing! At the moment I’m taking a critical approach to literature course (my first literature course since starting college) and even though it can be brutal at times, I love it!
Claire Fenby oh, really! I’ll be sure to check it out. I’m struggling to find any work experience where I live, and have applied for internships too. I should probably do more research into companies 😛
ASMR Ink Studying English Literature (like any other degree really) is A LOT of work but I’m very lucky to only ever have had book related jobs so I guess it paid off in the end. Good luck! If you need any advice just let me know.
Psychology is always a winner for me- literally learning how humans work it’s so important
I have wanted to learn psychology for about 4 years now as i have suffered from depression in the past and i a am autistic (diagnosed last yr). But unfortunately i cant switch majors now as i am in final year of engineering
Maybe after your current degree, you do a conversion masters in psychology? You'll learn the same stuff as an undergrad but the course is shorter.
@@fr-it6iw , here in indian engineering degree is nothing but a toilet paper , 80% of engineers are jobless or underpaid, I don't know the scenario in the UK
i switched from informatics/software engineering to literature/linguistics after 2 years, best decision of my life. i hope everything turns out well for you too
Oh wauw, that's like a big change
And you reasoning was "because learning languages is, you know, so easy", wasn't it?
Pretty sure you'll never work in linguistics 🤣 or any language related sphere.
Those two years are when they give the fundamental knowledge, you have a LOT of catching up to do.
Tatiana Sobchenko .... where did they say it was anything to do with it being easy? and how do you know they didn’t go back to year 1 of the course??? stop being an asshole
@@TatySwan more than likely they caught up while you wouldve fallen behind
@YoshiPeach Mario nah, in fact I'm all the way opposite - in my opinion scientific specialities are more complex and factual than arts. I, myself hold degrees for both - information technologies and linguistics.
However I'm a 100% believer that transferring courses works only with similar subjects - like linguistics - philosophy and vice versa.
And when we're talking about jumping around from faculty to faculty, from arts to sciences and back in the middle of course, there is the minimal chance of success in either profession.
One should be an exceptionally talented or focused student to sort out what the hell is going on starting as far as third year into the course.
just want to say congratulations! its so hard to make the decision to change, and when you know its the right choice, its the right thing to do! go for it, good luck
Oh I’m so happy for you! Glad you found out what you really wanted. At first when you said you’d changed from English to philosophy I was quite confused and thought English would suit you better but thought if it made you happy you should do it. All the luck for you Ruby so happy love you ♥️
I feel like there’s not enough emphasis placed on changing courses and/or uni’s. Nobody actually talks about how easy and how 100000% okay it is to do so. As you say - dropping out has way too much stigma - every life is different - everyone needs different things and the course you’re taking may not be providing you with what you need - so it stands to reason that people who’ve dropped out shouldn’t be judged for it. If anything they should be commended for their courage, and ability to admit they made a mistake or even that they’re not certain they made the right decision at the start of uni. So massive kudos to you ❤️.
I went to a uni that wasn’t necessarily right for me because I knew I wasn’t going to get the grades to get into the uni that would be right for me. I really didn’t like it there but stuck out the year to see if it would get better - it didn’t. So I looked into alternatives. I was shocked to find out that I could actually change to another uni and start again as easily as sending a few emails, applying through UCAS and amending my personal statement to include the year at uni. I applied to the uni I wouldn’t have originally got the grades for with my grades from my year at my original uni and they said yes. I’m now going into my 2nd year at the new uni and I’ve never been happier. I’ve also met a good 10 or so people who changed university who are finding uni to be suiting them more now. It’s so strange that it’s not talked about - given how much happier people who do so are after changing.
What's it like switching course? Did you have take a year out to apply for UCAS and wait Till the next year or what ?
@@Dinosmash I completed my first year at my original uni (I didn't decide it wasn't right for me until Easter time) - then dropped out after receiving my marks for my 1st year exams. I applied through UCAS to my current uni with those marks. Then started my current uni course that Sept.
Its weird having done uni before because you know what to expect, but also not too bad because you know how to get the most out of the experience.
Been there, done that! I was studying Game art for 2 years, which was all fine. But I decided to pursue law, so i dropped out of game art and switched to law. I think a lot of people change courses, i find comfort in knowing others did it too haha.
When you mentioned that you have a yarning for the subject English, I related to you. I feel like I am meant to study history its like a calling. My school guidance counsellor has told me that it is a dying subject and that I should not study it at university. However, I do not care. I want to major in History and no matter what people say I am going to go through it. I completely understand you on this point.
Ishika Shah
As someone currently studying history I promise it’s not a dying subject. It’s fantastic! You’re going to enjoy it so much 😊
You go gurl😘😘Do what you want with your life💪💪
History is not a dying subject. We need to know it so we don’t make the same mistakes we made in the past. It’s three years later, how’s your degree going? :)
@@VideosOfRandomContext Hello, you are so right, after all isn't there a saying which states that history repeats itself! I'm just finishing up my second year, majoring in History and Internationa Relations (realised soon after I posted that comment that I was deeply passionate about global politics as well). I love my degree and am so glad I didn't listen to my counselor :) Are you also currently in university?
@@Phoenix-iy8fy Thank you for your reply, I can't believe I am just seeing it! I really am enjoying my history degree, how is life after a history degree looking for you? ☺
Ruby, never be ashamed for choosing how to live your life. You're amazing. Good luck with English Literature, you'll smash it.
I have been reareally struggling after I chose the wrong major. When I joined college, I was really influenced by what others thought would be the sensible major and now it's been over a year and I'm just so...not the right fit here. I feel like English literature will be better for me. So I literally searched for this video, because I hate my course but I'm also scared to drop out and I need some motivation. Thanks Ruby😭❤
You’ve been such an inspiration to me, especially as I’ve just started university. English Literature seems like a perfect course for you so I’m glad you’re excited to do it! I’m sure it is going to be incredible ❤️❤️
As someone who changed course at university, massive well done for making your academic journey your own! I struggled with a LOT of imposter syndrome when I changed course, especially because I'm at a very competitive university where you get in because you're absolutely dedicated to your subject. So changing subject meant I felt like I was a bit of a fraud. But it was the best decision I ever made, and I absolutely adore my new subject (anthropology). No regrets. I hope you have a great second first year!
This video is so important from someone as inspiring as yourself! I think it’s helpful for people my age (who are starting to think about uni courses) that are sometimes told we should know what we want to do when we are older
I totally understand that 'yearning' and 'more' feeling with literature that you're talking about.
I did my BA in Drama and Music but continued to read and love and explore literature. Then I did my MA in English and it was amazing! You can love lots of subjects! I now teach primary school children and love that too - but I'd still love to work with literature as well. Sometimes it just never goes away!
I started at Exeter this September, and I'm doing Economics but I am sitting in some literature lectures as my electives! So fascinating, I'm so excited for you Ruby!!
I've always felt like English literature would be perfect for you and I'm glad you made a decision you are happy and comfortable about! good luck girl I'm rooting for you! 💞💞💞
Never feel bad about changing your mind! I am currently at the end of degree in my third year, and i am going back to university after i graduate to do a post-graduate degree in my true passion - teaching! So never feel bad and do what you want to do, not what the world thinks! x
That’s amazing ! I’m looking to do a speech and language degree and wasn’t sure if I could do a pgce for primary teaching after wards
When I saw the title I shook like a leaf for a moment, but when you announce you're going to study english literature I thought:"Well, finally. Welcome home Ruby."
I am extremely happy for you!
Liebe Grüße
I just highly understand what you mean by the fulfilment that literature is giving you. I often have the exact same feeling when reading a book.
Good luck :)
It was so crazy to me how concerned you were about "dropping out of your course" and starting a new one.....in the US it's so normal for college students to change their major two, three, four, or more times! I personally changed my major once after initially applying to my college and then twice after I started school!
Maddie O in england it’s a completely different system tho you choose a course and you just do that course you don’t choose classes to take ect ect you just do one course for 3 years you can’t take any other classes this is the equivalent to her moving unis in the usa it’s a bit of deal and a major change
Do what you love!♥️
I quit my first job as a teacher two months back because it was very very stressful and it was a really had decision to take but I got another job in teaching in a school I REALLY wanted. And it wouldn’t have happened if I hadn’t left. And I am really excited for you or anyone who is taking a step towards what they love.☺️
I have been feeling uncertain about my choice of courses too. I am now studying Computer Science, but before my studies begun I almost switched to another course countless times. What brings me comfort is that every time I would inevitably come back to the idea that Computer Science is right for me, but the fact that I wanted to transfer so many times throughout the year just won't let me be... I just have this feeling that something isn't right. (anyone can relate?)
Thank you a lot for sharing your experience so sincerely in this video and helping me understand that starting over is ok💞
After seeing this I feel much more empowered to drop out and study something else if I realise with clarity that Computer Science is not my thing
I had a heart attack when I read the title. I thought you'll drop out of college! But do what you want to do, do what your heart wants 🖤
I feel you :D
Huge respect to you for making such a big decision and also openly sharing it with thousands of people online. I also really admire you for sharing a dilemma that I think a lot of us have - placing our identity into our studies and becoming fixated with the idea that to change your mind is in some way a 'failure.'
I imagine it took a lot of thought to come to this decision but I think you sharing this in such a genuine and open way will have a massive impact on other students. Thanks again for your honesty and I'm sure you will have a fantastic time on your new course.
Angury your words really mean a lot to me - thank you :)
I just transferred courses as well and I am so glad that you talked about this! You are kind of a role model for me and to know that even you decided to transfer to pursue something you are more exited about helps me a lot!
Omg! Just realized the magical things that can come from a healthy family/support system... you’ll go places girl! Keep on!
I dropped psychology for English Lit back in the day. Now I have an Ivy MA and an Oxbridge PhD, and am a college prof. There are no jobs and no money, but that's the same for pretty much everything. If you need to vent about Lacan or the New Critical Idiom or how to define intersectionality as a critical tool, message me.
The skills you used in philosophy and theology are similar to lit. crit, too, so you'll be aces, Ruby.
An oxbridge PhD? So is it from Oxford or Cambridge??
@@eleanorb7183 the same way you can say "where's Ivy University"? it's just a general reference
When you say that you're 'dropping out' , actually what you are doing is making the right choice for you. It's better to move to a course you will enjoy (though I know you said you enjoyed philosophy too), than being in a situation where you will always be asking yourself 'What if?' I admire your decision to going for something that fulfills you.
Yeah but it gets the views in ;)))) she clever
i'm happy for you!!
i'm in my first year of studying graphic/digital design! it's so so interesting and i really love it, but it's challenging because i'm 100% more used to more academic work. it's also quite hard because i was always used to "being the best at school", and it's really hard to compare your drawings to everyone else's and find yours ugly, when art used to be something only for myself, and which i was good at.
Let me just say you were already someone I looked up to! But right now I am even more proud of you! Whatever you choose to do you will exceed at because you are a very driven and passionate person! Wishing you love and light ❤️
I’ve been studying English Literature A level and it’s honestly so much fun, pretty hard work but I still absolutely love it
Cerpuj Films I’m doing a level English lit as well and it’s honestly one of my favourites so far ☺️p.s I’ve just started year 12
This video is like a love letter to English literature, with the declarations of yearning and such. ;) I applaud your decision!
I study English Literature at a different university and it is such a lovely subject. Your love of literature makes it a perfect degree for you! I wish you the best of luck Ruby and I hope you really enjoy studying English Literature at university!
I changed from physics to nutrition and I've been happy ever since. Life isn't a straight line but everything will turn out just fine🌞
I‘m studying geography at the University of Bern at the moment and I loooove it! it‘s so amazing to actually study and learn the thing you‘re most interested in.
Heyyy I'm also studying in Bern but Law! So cool to meet someone who's also studying at the same university!
haha okey ich chänti öi ditshc schribu ;D
Sometimes it takes a while to really know what you want or need. It’s ok ruby I understand you. I’m just happy your finding your way to whatever you desire. 💜
Proud of you!!❤️ do what your Heart tells you!!💘
Good for you Ruby! I dropped out of university at the end of first year, worked a few years then decided what I wanted to study! I’m glad you’ve found something you really want to do!
I changed my course as well after some time Ruby, and I'm so much happier for it! I'm so proud of you for making this hard decision. I'm sure you'll do amazing and I hope that you'll have the best time doing English literature! Lots of love 💖💖
I recently dropped out of my psychology course after first year to study English lit and I couldn't be happier, it's a tough call but sometimes you know when something isn't right for you... Good luck in your new direction x
I’m very happy and proud of you for choosing another course that makes you happy Ruby!! X :) I hope you enjoy 💞
Re-watching this video a year later - I wish I hadn't ignored the pang and yearning to change course and study English. I can't do university again so it's too late for me so if there's anyone reading this who's wondering should I/shouldn't I? Just follow your heart and do what feels right. Don't wait.
thank you
Ruby, you were made for English Literature. Oh! I feel so happy and excited for you! ❤
I'm so proud of you for realising it's not for you!!! I hope JADE takes inspiration from this as well, if she needs to
@Yoshi she's doing that virtual University thing
Sorry but that's kinda rude😂😂😂like I don't mean to tell you off or make you feel bad or anything but some people may find that offensive be careful 😂
@@ratata365jokes on you she graduated 😂 and she said it was the best risk she’s taken in her life. also so many people have gone to Minerva university and are incredibly successful individuals. She’s graduating this month in fact with a degree in cognitive science and a minor in business. I think people were too quick to judge her at the time
WE STAAAAAAAAAN!!!!!
I was really happy when you said you were going to study Philosophy since I'm studying also that at the University of Barcelona, but I reaaaaaaally think that English literature suits you 100% more.
I'm glad that you are finding what you really like and THAT is what all is about! Find what makes you happy Ruby!! We want you to be!! 😊😊
well done for choosing what's best for you! its not an easy decision but your response is so mature and well thought through! As a first year English student myself- I can see you absolutely loving the course and work. All the best- you'll smash it!
I'm glad you made this decision and I am very proud of you for realizing that the course didn't suit you. And truly, I think it was so brave of you to talk about this.
A year later, I am back to this video haha. I am really grateful Ruby talked about the stigma and privileges surrounding this, bless her!
we’ll support you no matter what Ruby! i’m glad you’re taking this step :)
Really happy for you ❤️ I've never done it myself but I imagine it'd be really scary to make the decision to switch course, so I think it's so brave that you've followed your gut and I'm sure it'll work out well for you Ruby ✨✨
I wish I had the guts to transfer in the middle of undergrad - I stuck it out and finished with a mediocre degree, and now I’m studying something I love and wondering why I put myself through a course I didn’t enjoy, what a waste of precious years of my life! So good on you Ruby
Also your ability to distinguish what you enjoy from your passion shows a lot of emotional intelligence, it took me until I was a few years older than you to figure out how to listen to my own feelings and do what I loved rather than things that I was just okay with
Yesterday I submitted my application to study English and what you said about it being "more" really resonated with me. I'm glad that you're finally in the course you feel is right for you!
I'm so happy you are studying English literature which I'm also learning😊
It seems perfect subject for you
I hope you will share what kind of books you are gonig to study📚
M Natsumi I definitely will be!
Oh Ruby, the same happened to me. I study in Austria, where we luckily don't have to pay any real tuition fees and we can study as many subjects as we want at the same time, because it costs us nothing. Here, it is actually quite common that people change their subject halfway through their degree, so don't feel bad about it! When I started uni I studied History and Spanish, but after a year and a half I dropped Spanish and switched to English and American Studies (here, it entails literary, cultural, and linguistic studies as well as language courses), and I can honestly say, I feel completely the same way about English literature as you do. Studying it in an academic context gives me an incredible fulfillment I haven't known before. So switching for me was completely the right decision and I know it is for you, too. All the best! Xx
I totally relate to this I’m in my first year at uni and just swapped out my joint honours because I needed to do what was best for me. Congratulations lovely!
I love your name!!
When I started uni one year ago I was so surprised to see how many people had already changed their course at least once but as someone who changed their major recently I can say that it’s nothing to be ashamed of and it’s definitely not a rare thing. It’s one of the best decisions I could have made and it truly transformed my view on studying or uni in general.
Omg! I’m studying English literature and I always felt that you’ll be a perfect literature student. Ruby you will love it!
THANK YOU RUBY FOR GETTING STRAIGHT TO THE POINT. All of your subscribers are wishing you the best. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
EEK!!! I remember when she always used to say that she wanted to study Eng Lit and I was shooketh when she said she switched to P+T. I always knew Ruby had an English heart 😊
This was so raw and beautiful. It takes so much courage to make a decision like this. Wishing you all the best for your future studies Ruby xx
I love English literature so much!! I'm doing it at university. I've only just started doing it but I already know it's going to be one heck of a trip. I loved it at A level because of one specific teachers. He was so funny and qwerky. I've always loved reading books. There's just so much in reading and learning that some don't understand but I totally get you. You've made a great choice and I wish you all the best.😆☺👏
So good you're doing this! you make it sound like it's a weird thing to do in the UK, I've basically done the same here in the Netherlands, and here it's quite normal to not make the right choice right away. Still i found it quite scary to be behind by one year, but now it feels more like a blessing to have student life for a bit longer. Don't hesitate to change your path if it makes you happier in the end!
omg I'm so happy for you Ruby! I did the exact same thing a few years ago and now I'm studying French Litterature which I love so much and which brings me so much joy every single day! Doing something that you truly love definitely changes everything!
I drop out of my course too, I did it in July, before the start of semester, i changed programs from International Business and Trade to Economics and i was so nervous too! I think the telling to your friends and family it's actually harder than changing the courses so i understand completly, the estigma is actually really heavy, because i think the perception from the people changes a little bit, which is completly ridiculous, I hope you really enjoy your new path, you seem to loved theology so much that this video catched me by surprise. I'm actually loving my new course (i find it so fascinating and i started to actually studyng my classes in the afternoon as soon as i arrive to home, because i find it really interesting, and this is something i've never had done before) and I'm sooo glad that i changed majors. So happy to hear the same from you Ruby!
i had to drop out of political science and take a gap to realise i actually want to do french! i think it’s super important to question your decisions and do what you feel is right :) wishing you all the best in your new course 🌸
Hey Ruby. I’m an English and Literature student too and I 100% understand the excitement and when you said “I’m loving every single second of the lectures and seminars.” I’m so happy for you. All the best! Xoxo
I am so glad I live in a world where there is Ruby.
Oh Ruby! I am so happy that you are finally doing what you feel is right!! I will always support you and you don’t ever, EVER have to feel like you have to explain yourself 💖💖
I haven’t watched the full video yet but I wanted to give you my experience of switching courses. I first did children’s nursing at the University of Southampton but I really didn’t enjoy it and I couldn’t see myself being a nurse so in April I switched courses to business management as I really enjoyed business at A Level. I have just started my 2nd year in business and I enjoy it so much more than nursing and I can see myself using this knowledge in my future career. Also in my first year in business I achieved 78% which I was really proud of and I could never of achieved by continuing nursing.
I am so so glad I took the leap to switch courses, as even though it was a stress at first, I love learning about business.
I hope my success story inspires you Ruby 💕💕
It's funny how much of this rings true to my own roundabout journey to choosing music as my field. It's taken almost a decade, but I'm finally doing a violin performance master's and looking at how to turn that into a performance/musicology DMA. It really is so rewarding doing work that you know you care about, and that you can FEEL the love for every time you sit down to do it. Congrats on making this decision!
This sounds like great change especially for you. Good luck and enjoy!!!!
I am delighted for you Ruby! I switched from Medicine to English and addressing those questions about 'why' was challenging at the time...over a decade on I know that decision was transformational to my joy in life and understanding the human experience. Literary love and excitement for you!
I’ve dropped out of my first course (linguistics) as well, so I can totally relate to your situation! I started studying Molecular Life Science last week and it suits me SO much better. I love linguistics but it’s not what I want to do as a job, it’s just really interesting and I see it as a hobby now☺️✨
The Evergreen Soul Amazing! Utmost respect to you. All the very best x
instead of dropping out a course, i dropped out of uni last year. i felt so down, worthless and I didn’t know what to do with my life. I am currently at a completely different uni, studying international tourism management and I couldn’t be happier. Changes are hard, especially when they determine a big part of your life but you’ll will be fine, english literature is something that fits you so good.
“because who doesn’t love philosophy?”
me, halfway though my minor in buddhist philosophy: mmMMMmmm
I did the same thing with my psychology degree and I’m now studying to be a nurse! Everything happens for a reason and I’m the same- I do not regret my previous studies in psychology.
When you talked about Oxford I really remembered myself and cried..but I believe Gad chooses what is good for me and you..
Ruby, you are so brave for switching courses and making this video, I admire you so much for that