If you'd been on the bench for a while, would you ever consider returning to education or academia or to a complete career change (e.g., going into teaching)?
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If I could afford it I'd quite like to do a 2nd degree in something different.Originally posted by Menelaus View PostIf you'd been on the bench for a while, would you ever consider returning to education or academia or to a complete career change (e.g., going into teaching)?Originally posted by MaryPoppinsI'd still not breastfeed a naziOriginally posted by vetranUrine is quite nourishing -
I'd like to do a PhD but I think it would have to be part-time (again).
I'd rather been torn apart by rabid dogs than become a teacher.+50 Xeno Geek Points
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I don't see the point of a PhD unless you are good enough to make a lasting and significant effect on your subject.Hard Brexit now!
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I've thought about teaching in further education but the money isn't great. Bottom line is I can't afford to take the time out to retrain unfortunately. Don't have a lot left in the tank.Comment
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I am often mistaken for a teacher - christ knows why, I'd be awful at it.
If I had the money I would do an MSC in something real cool, like astrophysicsI'm sorry, but I'll make no apologies for this
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Interest? Mental stimulation?Originally posted by sasguru View PostI don't see the point of a PhD unless you are good enough to make a lasting and significant effect on your subject.+50 Xeno Geek Points
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That is how I got into software.Originally posted by Menelaus View PostIf you'd been on the bench for a while, would you ever consider returning to education or academia or to a complete career change (e.g., going into teaching)?
If I had to change now I think I would study law.I am not qualified to give the above advice!
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I quite enjoy having my chemistry **** upOriginally posted by Menelaus View PostI'd do medicine but this time not **** up my chemistry.
I am of course refering to alcohol, drugs are not cool - just say noI'm sorry, but I'll make no apologies for this
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