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What Should I do??

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  • 06-11-2011 1:45am
    #1
    chemistry7890
    Registered Users Posts: 12 ✭


    Dear all,

    I'm not an expert on education issues, so really hope somebody can point me in the right direction! :-)
    To cut the story short:
    - I entered Lv.8 Degree program, and passed 2 years
    - For the next year, I transferred to a Lv. 7 final year program. (which is 3rd year)
    - I deferred said year, so make up for finances.
    - I would like to do another degree after I finish in a different subject (I'm 22 now).
    - This new degree is Lv. 8.
    Is it possible to not pay tuition fees for the next degree considering that if I finish my first degree (Lv. 7) it's lower than the next degree (Lv. 8). Or is it assumed that I would have a title of degree anyway, and would have to pay tuition fees. It would be a great pity if I had to pay tuition fees, as I've come to the stern conclusion after 4 years what subject area I really need to study in and live my career around.

    Hope you guys understand! Any other advice is welcomed!!

    Any help is greatly appreciated!!!!!!!!!!!! ;)


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    #2
    Rachiee
    Registered Users Posts: 880 ✭✭✭Rachiee


    I think that you would have to pay fees if you decided to go on to do the level 8 in a different area, think the only way you can get around it if its a one year add on, but otherwise once you have your level 7 you're classed as having an ordinary degree and that would count as primary degree/ qualification


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    Cravez
    Registered Users Posts: 3,031 ✭✭✭Cravez


    Rachiee wrote: »
    I think that you would have to pay fees if you decided to go on to do the level 8 in a different area, think the only way you can get around it if its a one year add on, but otherwise once you have your level 7 you're classed as having an ordinary degree and that would count as primary degree/ qualification

    Pretty much what Rachiee said, you might be able to get funding for an add-on year for a degree (going from a level 7 degree into the last year of a level 8 degree). But getting free fees or grants for a completely new degree course won't be an option im afraid.

    The alternative is doing a part time degree course and availing of the 20% tax back on fees per year.


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    #4
    Book
    Registered Users Posts: 3 ✭Book


    What are the options?? - need an advice!
    Hi all

    I feel I am in the middle of the crossroad...

    I've been doing nannying job for the past couple of years and want something more "real". I love working with children and I am a people person and have great personal skills. I have lots of interest from reading books, psychology, coaching, personal development, health, leadership, volunteering, etc. etc....

    I am sigle and in my late 20s.

    I wan to know what my options are here, should I go back to study, should I "upgrade" my skills, etc. or find a suitable company/organization to work for OR thinking of setting up my own business (although I would prefer to do so with a special someone, though) ??

    Would would you suggest?

    Have you been 'there' before? Silly question, I know! :)

    Thanks so much inadvance!!

    Best


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