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I cant see myself carrying on with maths though
I've always been interested in Mathematics and problem solving, which is why I chose to do a Mathematics degree initially. However, after the first term I realised it was much more 'pure' than I would have liked, whereas I enjoy solving real world problems and having a greater range of content to think about. I first learned about degrees in Management through a friend who is starting one, and having read about it ? looking at and solving real life problems ? it sounds like just the kind of thing I would find interesting. The accountancy and business finance aspect appeals to me because I've always been numerate, and have a good head for numbers and statistics. I'd also like to prepare myself for a career in business, and having looked at the modules of the course, they seem like they'll give me a good understanding of business and financial planning and reporting. My brother is the managing director of a company and I had the opportunity last summer to do some work experience with him, and I took a lot from his experience, and came to realise that helping to organise and run a business is the kind of career I would like.
Obviously will neaten it up when I'm happy with it, my emphasis was just on getting thoughts down. I wasn't sure how to approach this, whether to try and write something perfect, or just be really honest. I've tried the second approach, to not think about what I'm writing and just write it. But then rather than sending it off like that, I'd thought I'd have you guys double check it.
Also, it's 202 words :grump: where it needs to be <200.
I'm going to make a start on the next one now, how do i learn!
I would strongly recommend that you continue putting the effort in on your current course until you have been accepted onto the other course for next year and granted a leave of abscense.
I'm not trying to be mean, just realistic, but you haven't got the A level grades they usually ask for, and you haven't got good grades this year, so don't go getting too carried away with assuming that you will get onto the course.
You're right. Might pop down to the library tonight and get out some relevant books.
I've always been interested in Mathematics and problem solving, which is why I chose to do a Mathematics degree initially. However, after the first term I realised it's much more 'pure' than I would have liked, whereas I enjoy solving real world problems and having a greater range of issues to think about. I first learned about degrees in Management through a friend who is starting one, and having read about it – looking at and solving real life problems – it sounds like just the kind of thing I would find interesting. The accountancy and business finance aspect appeals to me because I've always been numerate, and have a good head for numbers and statistics. I'd also like to prepare myself for a career in business, and having looked at the modules of the course, they seem like they'll give me a good understanding of business and financial planning. My brother is the managing director of a company and I had the opportunity last summer to do some work experience with him, and I took a lot from his experience, and came to realise that helping to organise and run a business is the kind of career I would like.
In the space provided below, try to summarise your strengths as a learner. You may also wish to comment on aspects of your learning you’d like to improve.
I've always been good at learning and remembering things quite quickly, and throughout my education it has worked to my benefit – I've been able to see a teacher go through something once and remember it. I work best when I am in the right environment for work, for example at college I would do my homework in the library during school time, rather than wait till I got home, because then I would relax and find it difficult to get started again. I would like to break this mental mould I've got though, as being a student is demanding and often requires unusual studying hours, whereas to thrive I've depended on strict timetables and organisation. However, I do find that when I have a book in front of me I will concentrate and don't tend to get distracted, and can often take in a lot of fairly detailed information.
Thoughts?
I initially chose to do a Mathematics degree because of my love of problem solving and my analytical skills. However, after participating in the first term of the Mathematics degree I have realised that there is a greater emphasis on pure Mathematics than I had expected. This has caused me to dislike the course because my true enjoyment comes from solving real world problems, giving me a greater range of issues to think about and focus on. I learnt about the degrees in Management through a friend who is currently studying one. Having done some research into those on offer I feel this course would both interest and motivate me. The accountancy and business finance aspects appeal because I have a good head for numbers and statistics. Last summer I had the opportunity to do some work experience with my brother, who is a Managing Director. From this I gained a lot of experience and realised that helping to organise and run a business is the career path I would like to follow. I feel that this course will give me a good understanding of business and financial planning and prepare me for my chosen career.
and for the 2nd:
I have always been a speedy learner and find it easy to remember things quickly. Throughout my education this has worked to my benefit because I have been able to see a teacher explain something once and remember it. I work best when I am in a good environment and thrive off strict timetables and organisation. For example, at college I would do my homework in the library during school hours, rather than waiting until I got home. If I did not do this, then I would relax and struggle to become motivated again. This is a mental attitude I would like to break as I understand that being a student is demanding and often requires unusual studying hours. However, in general, whenever I have a book in front of me I am able to concentrate and take a great deal of detailed information in without getting distracted.
But was good really in the 1st place. Oh and I have had a few to drink tonight so don't trust me that much.
How come, all my friends think I'm really clever, like amongst the brightest people they know, and I can't do Uni, when loads and loads of people can? I mean the government is trying to push 50% to go to uni, if I can't hack it, does that mean I'm in the stupid half of the country?
I never realised it was going to be this hard, you know. I just thought, yea, like school, go to lectures, learn, do exams, job done. But the difference is at uni, I don't understand a lot of it. I can't even get my head around it a bit. But then, how do people who aren't so 'bright' (I know I'm going to sound up myself here but bear with me) do really well and can understand it?
I want to know where my flaw is so I can fix it and get a first and go on to become prime minister or something. Well, not that I'd want to do that because you have to give up your life basically, but erm, you know, a respected job.
I always thought backup plan - the services - but my opinion has changed recently, I dunno, I suppose I value my freedom more than I realised.
It says nothing at all about you, other than you chose a course that isn't 100% where your talents lie and doesn't suit your learning style.
Its just a case of the course and teaching methods dont suit you, it doesnt make you any less 'brighter' then you are, it just means you need a course that suits your talents better. I couldn't go to uni as the teaching methods wouldnt suit me at all, but I'm was quite happy with going to college one day a week for three years to get my accounts qualifications and studying that way.
But yea, it's sent off now, wish me luck! Sorry, treating this thread like my blog
Also in other news found a guy who wants to move in with me for next year :thumb: but of course can't do that till I know whether I'm coming or going!!
*tummy eats itself*
I might pick up some of the books and do some pre-reading over the weekend just in case. Wish me luck!
So I must revise it, lol
And I've run out of clean trousers :grump: Should have enough time to get a pair washed though. *stress*
So that's sorted, thank god. Stress attack begins again
Sigh. :crying: it feels good...
All the best.
x
:yes: to all she said. Once you get the final outcome you wil feel a lot more happier and relieved. You've done really well to get this far.
So, still not from the lions mouth itself, but my supervisor just sent me an email:
Dear Richard,
I understand that you have been accepted by the Management Department. I
want to know what you plans are until you start in that department next
year. Could you come to see me some time this week or early next week?
But he may just be taking that from me saying I had an interview and she said she was going to recommend me. But he's the board of studies for maths (handy) so he's probably quite familiar with the process anyway!
Ooh go me! I would dance, but I've knacked me leg
Mind you, it could be in my mail. I haven't checked. :chin:
My goodness. Go me! Now I've got to tell accomodation I'm not here for the last term, need to work out whether I pay the last term tuition fees or whether I still get my student loan, need to sort out getting home in a few weeks, goodness me.
*collapses into my bed and has a sleep* heh, it's quite nice we're going to supper with the provost / college tonight, so yea
Supper tonight, working until I start though. I'm not sure whether to temp, or
see if I can get a placement, or you know, just do some part time work and spend all my money on beer. Probably not the latter, I feel like a waster already, I need some serious heavy duty work.
As long as it's not shelf stacking again, it sends you insane after a while. I should design a robot to shelf stack for me.
You know when your doing the right thing :thumb:
:hyper: Good news though! My phone is broken so my mum can't ring me, I'm completely isolated from the rest of the world except for the internet. That'll last till about wednesday, anyway.
Suppose you have to know what your doing though.
All the best:thumb: