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Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by drimzsmoke(m): 2:33pm On Dec 18, 2023
blackboy:
I know a girl finished her first degree and nysc. Her mates had married , had children. She went back to read medicine. Some made fun of her. That was the dream of her dad and also she - to become a doctor. Today she is a doctor.
You need to ask yourself what you really want and if you can , go for it times flies. Many ppl that started school when they are finishing they realise time goes fast.
Just do it

Come and finish your story.....Is she married grin grin grin grin grin grin
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by MICHEALADEX(m): 2:34pm On Dec 18, 2023
I did @38 so no big deal

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Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by Chochovini: 2:42pm On Dec 18, 2023
farouk2much:
At your own risk..... Don't forget there's no job if you graduate
. Then JAPA to the rescue. Wink!
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by harsysky(m): 3:14pm On Dec 18, 2023


When you hear " RISK ", and you should take calculated risks, this is what they mean. No one knows the outcome of a thing till they attempt it. You have gotten to that age where you see the real deal that puts good money in the pocket. Those two courses are top-notch! Make up your mind and go for the one you have greater passion for.


If you really did the ALX without copying and pasting, you shouldn't be choosing either from medicine or tech. It means you don't have passion for it. Go for medicine.
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by LilMissFavvy(f): 3:20pm On Dec 18, 2023
You have not told us if you will have to resign from your government job to be able to pursue a career in medicine. That is the most important information we need to know.
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by femi4: 3:41pm On Dec 18, 2023
inicyril:
Hello family!
My future is posing so much threat to my mental well-being and calls for serious help.
I've always been of the school of thought that decisions burdening on one's future should be the product of the person's deep thinking and not advice on social media platforms. Alas I was wrong!

THIS IS MY SITUATION
I would be 34 by February next year. I am a graduate of Biochemistry and I have been working as a teacher in a state government owned secondary School for the past 3 years.
Growing up, I've been passionate about studying medicine but couldn't due to financial constraints.
When I got my present job in 2021, the passion started coming back gradually but I ignored it and opted for a side hustle in software engineering. Late last year I got enrolled into alx software engineering program. I'll be done by the 22nd of this month. I've learnt a lot and acquired a lot of skills as well.
Despite this, the passion still keeps staring at me.
The issue here is, at my age is:
1. Is it a great idea going back to school to study medicine?
2. Should I go for computer science so as to boost my chances in the field of software engineering?
3. Or should I settle for PGD in education, then masters, to encourage my career growth in my present job?

I NEED SERIOUS ADVICE PLEASE.
Why not do msc in the line of data science , cybersecurity or software development.

You already have a path...follow it

Sometimes, dream isn't enough. Build on reality, build on what you have
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by Elsmart89(m): 4:11pm On Dec 18, 2023
If the means are at ur disposal pursue them fast, no waist ur time again
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by Exceed15: 4:54pm On Dec 18, 2023
Search within you. What's your passion?
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by blackboy(m): 5:30pm On Dec 18, 2023
drimzsmoke:


Come and finish your story.....Is she married grin grin grin grin grin grin

Yes Sir. Married and relocated to Dubai
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by thesicilian: 10:07am On Dec 21, 2023
Whether you go back to school or not, in 6 years time you'll still be 40 years old. Why not just be a 40yrs old medical doctor instead of a 40yrs old you as you are now?

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Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by Catalyst1992: 11:08am On Dec 21, 2023
inicyril:
Hello family!
My future is posing so much threat to my mental well-being and calls for serious help.
I've always been of the school of thought that decisions burdening on one's future should be the product of the person's deep thinking and not advice on social media platforms. Alas I was wrong!

THIS IS MY SITUATION
I would be 34 by February next year. I am a graduate of Biochemistry and I have been working as a teacher in a state government owned secondary School for the past 3 years.
Growing up, I've been passionate about studying medicine but couldn't due to financial constraints.
When I got my present job in 2021, the passion started coming back gradually but I ignored it and opted for a side hustle in software engineering. Late last year I got enrolled into alx software engineering program. I'll be done by the 22nd of this month. I've learnt a lot and acquired a lot of skills as well.
Despite this, the passion still keeps staring at me.
The issue here is, at my age is:
1. Is it a great idea going back to school to study medicine?
2. Should I go for computer science so as to boost my chances in the field of software engineering?
3. Or should I settle for PGD in education, then masters, to encourage my career growth in my present job?

I NEED SERIOUS ADVICE PLEASE.
. Guy just prepare yourself and go for medicine and surgery. I study the same biochemistry which I graduated 2011. But I later worked for 7 years, saved money and guess what! I'm now in my 4th year medical school ( medicine and surgery). Biochemistry is nonsense. Remember nobody will pay your bills. You will face reject from every angle, even your family members will mock you but never mind anyone. Zero your mind about anything relationship till you finish preclinical. Getting a woman from a medical school will shape your future. Save you from modern hook up ladies . A medical doctor is entitle to many things. Age is not a barrier. I have 45 and even 52 years students in my class

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Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by Chi133(f): 12:42pm On Dec 21, 2023
inicyril:
Hello family!
My future is posing so much threat to my mental well-being and calls for serious help.
I've always been of the school of thought that decisions burdening on one's future should be the product of the person's deep thinking and not advice on social media platforms. Alas I was wrong!

THIS IS MY SITUATION
I would be 34 by February next year. I am a graduate of Biochemistry and I have been working as a teacher in a state government owned secondary School for the past 3 years.
Growing up, I've been passionate about studying medicine but couldn't due to financial constraints.
When I got my present job in 2021, the passion started coming back gradually but I ignored it and opted for a side hustle in software engineering. Late last year I got enrolled into alx software engineering program. I'll be done by the 22nd of this month. I've learnt a lot and acquired a lot of skills as well.
Despite this, the passion still keeps staring at me.
The issue here is, at my age is:
1. Is it a great idea going back to school to study medicine?
2. Should I go for computer science so as to boost my chances in the field of software engineering?
3. Or should I settle for PGD in education, then masters, to encourage my career growth in my present job?

I NEED SERIOUS ADVICE PLEASE.






Same with me,but I have already decided to go PGD in education
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by LOVEGINO(m): 1:08pm On Dec 21, 2023
inicyril:
Hello family!
My future is posing so much threat to my mental well-being and calls for serious help.
I've always been of the school of thought that decisions burdening on one's future should be the product of the person's deep thinking and not advice on social media platforms. Alas I was wrong!

THIS IS MY SITUATION
I would be 34 by February next year. I am a graduate of Biochemistry and I have been working as a teacher in a state government owned secondary School for the past 3 years.
Growing up, I've been passionate about studying medicine but couldn't due to financial constraints.
When I got my present job in 2021, the passion started coming back gradually but I ignored it and opted for a side hustle in software engineering. Late last year I got enrolled into alx software engineering program. I'll be done by the 22nd of this month. I've learnt a lot and acquired a lot of skills as well.
Despite this, the passion still keeps staring at me.
The issue here is, at my age is:
1. Is it a great idea going back to school to study medicine?
2. Should I go for computer science so as to boost my chances in the field of software engineering?
3. Or should I settle for PGD in education, then masters, to encourage my career growth in my present job?

I NEED SERIOUS ADVICE PLEASE.
guy go open chemist.
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by TheBlueDiamond: 2:21pm On Dec 21, 2023
aite
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by DaRuud(m): 4:31pm On Dec 21, 2023
If you have the passion and financial capabilities, go for medicine , I have a friend who went back to school at 35 , 10 years down the line he obtained his master's degree and Doctorate degree ,



inicyril:
Hello family!
My future is posing so much threat to my mental well-being and calls for serious help.
I've always been of the school of thought that decisions burdening on one's future should be the product of the person's deep thinking and not advice on social media platforms. Alas I was wrong!

THIS IS MY SITUATION
I would be 34 by February next year. I am a graduate of Biochemistry and I have been working as a teacher in a state government owned secondary School for the past 3 years.
Growing up, I've been passionate about studying medicine but couldn't due to financial constraints.
When I got my present job in 2021, the passion started coming back gradually but I ignored it and opted for a side hustle in software engineering. Late last year I got enrolled into alx software engineering program. I'll be done by the 22nd of this month. I've learnt a lot and acquired a lot of skills as well.
Despite this, the passion still keeps staring at me.
The issue here is, at my age is:
1. Is it a great idea going back to school to study medicine?
2. Should I go for computer science so as to boost my chances in the field of software engineering?
3. Or should I settle for PGD in education, then masters, to encourage my career growth in my present job?

I NEED SERIOUS ADVICE PLEASE.
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by Catalyst1992: 5:32pm On Dec 21, 2023
danzaki63:
Going back to school at any age is not an issue, the issue is your capbility , capacity and passion.The best decision is left for you, there are still of missing informations. Do you have the requirements for Medicine? Do you have the Financial wherewithal for the 6 years? school fess, books internship ? Is your Brain still sharp? You are in a better position to choose from the options you gave us.
. You really hit the point. He must have financial muscle and well groomed academically to make the move. I did the same biochemistry but later got medicine and surgery after working for 7years. I was financially comfortable but that didn't discourage me. When I left my place of work, I was mocked from all angle even my family members but today I'm in my 4th year going for 5th. Though, my businesses are really shaking but I know what I'm pursuing. So, save money and be ready to be mocked even in your class but medicine is a lifetime surebet.
Re: Going Back To School At Age 34 by Codevalley: 9:47pm On Dec 29, 2023
Catalyst1992:
. You really hit the point. He must have financial muscle and well groomed academically to make the move. I did the same biochemistry but later got medicine and surgery after working for 7years. I was financially comfortable but that didn't discourage me. When I left my place of work, I was mocked from all angle even my family members but today I'm in my 4th year going for 5th. Though, my businesses are really shaking but I know what I'm pursuing. So, save money and be ready to be mocked even in your class but medicine is a lifetime surebet.
Bold step bro,I believe you resigned from your job because it was difficult combing study and work at thesame time ?Also you needed to be focused in your studies.

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