5 Signs You’ve Chosen The Right Uni Course For You

Almost every student will question whether they chose the right university degree at some point in their course. Funnily enough, it’s usually easier to tell whether you’ve chosen the wrong degree than if you’ve made the right choice. So here are a few green flags that might help you work it out. 

You enjoy the content you’re learning in class

You might not enjoy rolling out of bed to make it to your 8:00 lecture on time, but if you enjoy the content you’re learning once the class has begun, that’s a really good sign. When you’re interested in the things you’re learning about, there's a good chance you’ll be doing well in exams, and staying engaged for the majority of your lectures and tutorials.

There isn’t much point in spending three to five years learning about topics you don’t care about. So if you feel like there are better things you could be doing with your time, think about what you’d rather be doing instead. 

You’re surrounded by like-minded people

As a general rule, your career path should line up with the things you’re passionate about. If you find that you have similar interests to a lot of your classmates, you’ll probably be happy in your chosen field of study. 

But if you constantly feel out of place in your classes, and are already questioning whether you’ve made the right choice, consider whether your degree is the best match for your interests. 

You can see yourself working in your chosen field

When you look five or ten years into the future, what career do you picture yourself in? Ideally, it will line up with the course you’re currently studying. 

Or maybe there are other careers where you can see yourself thriving in, or feeling more fulfilled. If so, work experience and internships are a great way to get a feel for what it’s like to work in different industries. 

You like talking to other people about your course

If you find yourself bringing up your studies in conversation, you’re probably quite passionate about the things you’ve learned at uni. 

While your career shouldn’t define your life, you’ll probably spend a good chunk of it talking about things that are relevant to your job. So if you’re already dreading conversations about your degree, remember that there are plenty of topics that you could chat about for hours – and plenty of jobs that are aligned with those interests. 

You’re excited about the future

It’s normal to be nervous about taking the first step into the workforce, but hopefully excitement is the strongest emotion you feel about entering your chosen career. 

On the other hand, if you’re only keen to finish uni because you’ll never have to step foot on campus again, it might be worth reconsidering your options. 
 

Keep in mind that it’s normal to have second thoughts about your career path. But if you’re motivated to finish your degree, and aren’t constantly questioning your plans for the future, you’re probably on the right track. 

If these signs didn’t resonate with you, try talking to a career’s advisor, or taking our careers quiz. Just remember that it’s never too late to give something else a go.