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Originally Posted by how
Hi all,
I'm planning to do a part-time Electronics degree. But i dunno which to choose. NTU/ NUS/Unisim/Others.
Abit bout my history... After my O'lvl, I went to take Higher Nitec(Dover ITE) in Electronics. After my NS, I went to continue my studies and took a Dip in Electronics, Computer & Communication. Got a result of GPA (3.75). Currently a regular in MINDEF as i took a sponcership for my poly studies that time. I'm 26 yrs old this yr.
My concern about part-time NTU(5 yrs) is that it seems really long and tough. Distance traveling there 3 times a week for 5 yrs is also a pain.. Heard many of them drop out as a full-time student. So i guess its even harder for a part-time student who are working to take the same exam papers as the full-time student.
About Unisim Electronics(4 yrs).. its only 1 yr diff form NTU and i dunno how reconised Unisim's Electronics is. Dunno if it is even sufficiant to futher to Master degree outside. However it should be much more easier as compared to NTU as it is catered for working adults.
I would go for part-time rather then full-time as im not young anymore and would'nt want my income to frezze for another 3 yrs.
I sincerly hope to hear some advice from any of u out there. feel free to comment pls...... |
Hi TS, let me share some of my experiences with you...like you I sign on with
RSAF also under poly sponsorship, last time I was under PP1 scheme, where 10 years can get a lump sum but I choose to leave early after serving 6 years at 26 years old.
The transition was rough, most of the company don't recognise military experience even though I was in a technical position during my bond. You have to be prepared for pay cut and also start fresh all over again.
If you are thinking of leaving the force, the best advice I can give you is not which course to study but rather that you should leave asap if you have fulfil your bond obligations, you say you are bonded until 2015, that makes you like 30? Abit too old but I would say for people switching field, relavant working experience would be the most important thing.
Don't think about completing the part time then come out at 32 year old or even 37 years old...way too old