I Just Can't Do It Anymore | An Open University Update

[@ainemarlow882]

Rosie will only be small for a blink and you are just right to cut down on your studies to cherish this first year with her. Don't put too much pressure on yourself, you're doing what's right for you and your beautiful little family!

[@HeatherDarroch]

Aine Marlow Yes that's what I was thinking, I want to spend as much time as I can with Rosie, without being stressed out, so this seemed like the right thing to do! 😊 xx

[@raysutton2310]

I have a 1st class honours degree from the OU, Started in 1989 finished in 1998 having completed 480 credits, during that time I started in Bristol, change jobs with a 32 mile commute to Swindon, accepted a job transfer to Denver Colorado and finished the degree from there. The reason I did 480 credit was to back peddle waiting for the BSc to be introduced. I also took the year I moved counties off. I totally understand where you're coming from in this video, since this is sept 2019 & the video's dated Nov 2017, hopefully you've finished by now. If not don't give up, take the time you need for family, In my experience with interviews and alike an OU Degree is worth more in terms of what it says about your character. I've had interviews in which the motivation and logistics of study were of more interest than the degree itself.

[@MKMK11114]

I’d love an open University update :)

[@bellacartwright7197]

You seem like such a beautiful person! I've just started open uni and you've given me such an insight- thank you!

[@ynys_mon6928]

You are so sensible! Your reflections on why you had to drop the module are so helpful in a positive way.

[@TylerJaayy]

Although this was 4 years ago I completely agree with the 120 credits a year being exhausting! Currently doing my BA in Health and social care with the OU whilst having 2 under 2, I’m now on 60 credits a year and have found this so much better with having children

[@bennewbury4284]

Thank you so much for your videos as I'm considering studying with the OU and you have helped me a lot.

[@LexMouse]

Doing less or even having to stop for a while is sometimes just what you have to do. I signed up for something before my first baby came along and also found I just couldn’t give him the attention he needed and I just felt guilty so I actually decided to a stop altogether, but now my last baby is turning three (I have had 4 all in) and I am finally getting some more time to myself. So I am hoping to sign up for open university next year and I’m really looking forward to it. It’s never too late. To everything there is a season 😁

[@lolsaXx]

Thank you for making your videos about the OU. I have a 5 month baby and am finally looking into studies again. Its great to hear about others experiences.

[@johnwilson3918]

Wow! I know this was 4 years ago - but I am more than impressed that you're even doing 60 credits with a baby to look after! Perhaps you've now finished - or maybe you've even had to reduce it to 30 credits per year (if your degree program allows). Good luck in whatever you're doing now. Hopefully all went well. I've completed two degrees with the OU and I never did more the 60 credits per year. Respect to you.

[@rainmbt3855]

thnx for this video!!!! love the honesty and the peaceful tone and great attitude u have. All can only get better in the future. watching this video just before i register to open uni.

[@HeatherDarroch]

Thank you for the lovely comment, all the best for your future studies!

[@2009gunni]

Hi Heather! Thank you so much for sharing your experiences, I had so many questions about OU and I got great understanding how it does work thanks to your videos.Wish you best of lucks on congratulations for your baby and don't give up to your studies!.Love Gunther

[@alisonpiggott4157]

I think you have made the right decision and you sound happier and more relaxed X

[@HeatherDarroch]

Alison Piggott oh yes I feel so much happier already! So glad I made the decision! x

[@ellasworld4290]

I bet you feel like a weight has been lifted. You do the right thing for you and try not to put so much pressure on yourself .... being a mum is hard buy you sound like you are doing an amazing job xxx

[@HeatherDarroch]

Ellas world yes it definitely feels like a weight has been lifted, I feel so much happier already! xx

[@MrAug80]

Don’t worry you’ll get there. Did you do an Access course first of all?

[@garysmith7746]

Do you have vlogs for OU, I just started my course with OU in Business Management. I am on my B100 and i am pooing myself, I am nervous I am going to do rubbish. Your the only one I have seen on KZbin who's doing Business Management.

[@user-bf1le3fz3h]

I’m thinking of doing Business Management. How’s that going for you?

[@skyler127]

Hi. Thanks for this video. I was wondering, what advice would you give to me. I’m currently pregnant and my baby is due in July. I’m considering doing an OU degree, starting October. Would you recommend it? Or would you recommend waiting until my son is older before taking on a degree. Thank-you.

[@jacky261000]

Do you recommend getting Acces Module for someone who hasn’t been to school for 12 years and hasn’t been to college/university.(high school graduate) if I take the module this month can I get started right away before the February enrollment?

[@shaunmabey9790]

I have to back you up on that decision tbf what's another year of studying anyway?

[@ivetka3823]

Hi Heather, I can fully relate to a lot of what you are saying xxx I have 7 weeks old baby now and the days when I am stressed she gets the hormone through the milk and doesn't settle down xxx I am jealous of your little one sleeping through the night as I have a baby that doesn't sleep through the night and has colic xxx I found out that if I put her in a pram and leave her in the garden gives me about an hour to myself as she loves fresh air and goes instantly to sleep xxx Slimming World healthy way of eating mean happy baby, concentrate on yourself as well as your little one xxx Breast feeding can be sometimes a hard job but it helps to melt the pounds away xxx

[@nellimalika6544]

Have you finished your degree now ?

[@claudiamendez2451]

Thinking about doing 120 credits of Business Management whilst working full time. Is it feasible?

[@AAARREUUUGHHHH]

No

[@Jay_199]

Can we have an update on your degree?

[@coolmonkey619]

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[@thegoat5587]

I am currently enrolled in BSc of Business Management at the Open University of Mauritius (Full Time) ... I also work 9hours×5days per week!

[@priscaaron8892]

How many hours do u study per week😢

[@thegoat5587]

@@priscaaron8892 12 hrs per week, excluding classroom/online teaching hours.. i already graduated btw.

[@Saijai143]

How many hours a week did you need to study to do full time?

[@syrus3657]

Thanks Heather, that helped alot!

[@novomarciorocha]

How are your studies nowadays

[@kayleighmcdine3873]

Thanks for the advise. My little girl is called Rosie too.

[@virtuafighter3]

good video. (I would change the title as it looks like you gave up all together, you did not. You just did what many other people do really and who do not even have a baby!). I understood, the highest scoring module at level 3 counts to your final degree, (same at level 2) so even if this year was not brilliant then you have new chances. Agreed research your module choice if you can before, to get a clear idea of what is to come.

[@HeatherDarroch]

Yes I think the module I've chosen to take instead of the one I've dropped is much more suited to my interests. I think the previous choice was a panic induced by pregnancy hormones 😂 x

[@cleanwithchristine7829]

Hi Heather, I really appreciate your video, I am studying law full time & was considering shortening it in future if I am lucky enough to have a baby. Your realistic view was useful! I will continue as I am.

[@nirmalkaur6811]

Smems 21 love it

[@Uhuss-qq6cq]

As you study full-time, how many hours a week do you spend studying and working?

[@lightisfading]

60 credits is approx 15 hours per week, 120 twice that. Level 1 tends to take less, which can mean many people get a bit of a shock to the system when they start level 2.

[@honadolfmotaleengtechllbho5317]

Is A Good Idea, Take Your Time & Do Your Studies gradually & Score Good Results. Do Worry About The Years lol. Myself I Am Preparing For 6 years ahahah

[@sandygirl1966]

I think you've made a totally fab decision, an extra year is nothing really, and it will màke things more manageable for you

[@tankthepitbull520]

That’s why you were struggling. You should only do 60 -90 credits per year when you have a job and child.

[@HeatherDarroch]

I only struggled when my daughter was born and that was while I wasn't working, I never struggled doing 120 credits whilst working full time 😊 for me it just wasn't worth the stress while my daughter was just a newborn.

[@simonandrews3466]

Use your time to be with your daughter. You can’t get that time back . Ou will still be there when your daughter is at uni.

[@user-oc5zw2cd8k]

Hi ya! This is a random question. Please do you have an idea of how I can grow my KZbin channel please.

[@ibrahimegal7186]

Hi Heather u are cute