Choosing education

If you are unsure about your choice of education, you can contact a student counsellor. The counsellor can help you explore educational opportunities based on your circumstances and your goals.

Getting to know yourself

Getting to know yourself is a process, and we appreciate if you've made a SWOT analysis before booking a visit.

Remember that an academic education opens a number of doors in the professional world and an education can provide a number of possible job titles and job content. Many professions do not require a specific qualification, but a variety of qualifications can lead to the same job.

SWOT analysis

Used to evaluate weaknesses and strengths, threats and opportunities. Use the SWOT matrix as a guide for your personal SWOT analysis.

• SWOT matrix (.pdf) Pdf, 601.3 kB.
  

Test

Here is a test that can help you make your study choices.

• Personality test External link, opens in new window.
  Meyers-Briggs personality test
  

Do you have multiple interests?

Like many people, you may find it difficult to choose a course because you have several different interests and don't want to "opt out" of something you're interested in. But having several areas that seem possible can be an asset and show that you have "multi-skills". Maybe this video can inspire you?

• Why some of us don't have one true calling External link.
  TED talk, Youtube