A great many variables influence us in choosing a career, some of them in an insufficiently conscious way. In order to refine the decision of what we should study and what career to pursue, it is important to put these factors in order and get to know them. These factors can be divided into three main types: personal, environmental and occupational. You should consider all three- even if you are a mature student or a mummy going back to study, you may feel that certain aspects hold you back.
Personal factors: aspirations and abilities
Sometimes the choice of undergraduate degree is made not out of introspection. Many students choose to pursue a “sought-after” degree, without examining in depth whether they are at all suitable for a career in this field. In the long run, choosing a degree based on external considerations only can prove to be a critical mistake, both in terms of our performance in the field and in terms of our satisfaction with daily life. Mature students tend to appreciate their direction much more and know what they want to study, which is one reason to go for it!
Success in life requires hard work and dedication, and these are only possible if backed by a genuine passion for what we do. Fulfilling dreams is important, but you should make sure you have the ability to make them come true in everyday practice. Even if you have brilliant legal thinking, it is not certain that dreams of a career as a criminal lawyer are suitable for you personally, since the job requires, among other things, the ability to withstand pressure and appear in court. If you want to still dedicate time to the kids, what profession will allow you to do this? The career that suits you personally can be found at the point of overlap between dreams and abilities. Click here for more information on your possible new studies!
Environmental factors: society and gender
According to the Central Bureau of Statistics, in 2011 only 6% of all women who completed a bachelor’s degree did so in engineering or architecture, compared to 22% for men. In education, the situation is reversed: 18% of women who have completed a bachelor’s degree did so in education compared to only 6% of men. We may therefore feel held back by society and what society tells us we can and can’t achieve. It is known that some professions are more “feminine” or “masculine” in nature, but this is no reason to let it stop you. Society is changing and there are no strict rules.
Either way, we should be aware of gender and the social impact surrounding career choice, and decide on the supply of undergraduate degrees we consider not only by initial instinct but also by our personal skills, regardless of gender. If someone tries to dessaured you from a certain path because of your gender, politely explain that this is what you desire and nothing will stop you. Studying today is important, and even in later life, it is achievable when you have your mind set on a specific goal.
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