I am 38 years of age and have decided to attend uni, to study Forensic Investigations (fire Investigator), I know that I am knocking on a bit now, but this is something that I have always wanted pursue as a career, but due to other life commitments, it was very hard to pursue at the time, but now I am ready, but I need to know if I am too old to attend uni to study.
2006-10-04 09:04:13 · 11 answers · asked by ojay 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Not at all. Your never too old to go to University. You will find the answer to a lot of the questions swirling around your head on this site
http://www.maturestudent.info/
Don't believe the hype - being a science student takes commitment and it is hard work. It is not like school (as we knew it)....... you'll love it. The most important thing is to do a subject you like, as that is what will sustain you when it gets tough. Since you've alway's wanted to do this your half way there.
You'll find a lot more mature students than you think. Its just like settling in at a new job. One thing I never felt was 'old' at Uni and I'm a tad older than you.
You can get a pdf for 2007 entry on this page -
http://www.ucas.ac.uk/getting/before/what.html#5
If you've got the opportunity then take it. I promise you won't regret it.
Go for it & good luck.
Source: My own experience and those of other Mature Students at Uni
2006-10-04 09:41:35 · answer #1 · answered by Little Jake 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 45. I just completed a post graduate teaching course at Nottingham Trent. I wasn't the oldest on the course.
I completed my degree in 2004.
Universities like older students. We are sensible about finance and we finish courses with good grades.
Make sure your finances are in order before you apply. you should do fine.
Don't forget that if you take a four year degree you will be 42 when you qualify and so will still have 23 years to work in your chisen profession. Not a bad length for a career.
2006-10-04 09:10:25 · answer #2 · answered by Rick 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At 38 you are still quite young. I started a Master's degree at 38 at one of the UK's better universities, and went on to a successful career in my chosen field. As a mature student you will work harder and probably get a better degree than if you had gone to university at an earlier age. So go for it - and I wish you every success.
2006-10-04 09:11:29 · answer #3 · answered by avian 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ther is no upper age limit in the U.K. When my daughter was at Uni there was a man there who was 80 and he was reading Law. No one batted an eyelid apparently...he got his degree too! You are accepted on your abilities and application to study not your age. Whether you are referring to getting a grant or bursary, that may be a different matter. As your local ed authority.
2006-10-04 09:09:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no age limit here in America (which I am sure is the same for you). The oldest graduate in my graduating class was 81! I'd say go for it...you'll bring a mature and well-experienced perspective to the classroom which others can learn from.
If you are rejected, like the first responder said...SUE!
2006-10-04 09:23:30 · answer #5 · answered by dimplez23 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no age limit - you will have to have the appropriate qualifications, or convince an admissions tutor that you have equivalent experience / qualifications.
You won't get an LEA grant and you may have to fund tuition fees in full; it's different for different institutions. Ask them - they are always keen to encourage mature students.
2006-10-04 09:09:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
absolutely not. There is no age cut off for higher learning. You can apply as a mature student, and actually have a good chance of acceptance because they have to allow a certain quota od mature students per course, so go for it! Good luck
2006-10-04 09:08:52 · answer #7 · answered by Fade__Out 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the university, but generally, no. No upper age limit.
On the other hand, they probably wouldn't let you in if you were 4 years old.
2006-10-04 09:07:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
let me tell you, education is a long term investment,in this case, it doesn't matter how many years you may have, such that you can invest in it,what matters is the time you incur in waiting for the benefits/profits. Therefore i encourage you my colleague to invest in education regardless of your age.You are still young for university education,strictly there is no limit.
2006-10-04 12:46:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No I remember seeing a man in his 70's in some of my classes.
He just loved learning and decided to persue a degree.
2006-10-04 09:17:10 · answer #10 · answered by Kainoa 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋