Changing or leaving your course
If you decide you no longer want to study, or you’d like to transfer to a new university or course, there’s a lot to consider.
If you decide you no longer want to study, or you’d like to transfer to a new university or course, there’s a lot to consider.
It can take time to settle in to your course and university life, and sometimes, students feel they want to transfer to another course, or a different university or college – or they might not want to study any more at all. There's a lot to consider when making your decision, and there are different options you can explore.
If you think the course you’re studying isn’t quite right for you, it is possible to transfer onto a different course – either at the same university, or to a course at a different university or college.
The process of transferring varies by uni or college, and from course to course. You will normally have to fill in some paperwork, which could be a declaration to say you want to change, or a full application form. You may also be required to attend an interview or produce some additional work before your request can be considered. It can take anything from a couple of days to several weeks to finalise.
The first thing to do is speak to your department office or course tutor. They will be able to look at your options with you – whether it’s to get support in place to help you succeed on your current course, or to explain what you need to do to transfer to another course – and advise on next steps.
It may be possible to transfer to a different course at the same university or college. You'll need to research an alternative course, and find answers to the following questions:
If you’re not happy, or your circumstances have changed, you may be able to transfer to a different university or college to complete your studies. There are a number of things you'll need to research and consider first:
If you decide uni life isn't right for you, or if your circumstances change and you're no longer able to continue your studies, you'll need to speak to your university or college directly.
This is a big decision that should not be taken lightly. Your university or college may be able to provide you with the support you need to continue with your studies, whether that's changing to a part-time course, or transferring to a university closer to home. Whatever your reasons, allow the university or college to help you explore your options.