Sureyya Kose was a systems operator until a couple of years ago, when she decided she had to follow her dream to be an archaeologist. She's been sharing her story as she does what needs to be done to change careers, and Part Time Student / Part Time Job is her sixth letter.
Now in her mid-twenties, Sureyya has finally found herself in school working towards that degree. But in these tough economic times, she is unable to find funding, so she must take a part-time job to get by. The problem is, of course—how do you find a part-time job that pays enough to help, but doesn't exhaust you or interfere too much with your studies?
Sureyya's Journey
Photo by Mo Riza
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I did the same – at 49. Fortunately I have a pension to draw on for my support. I’ll be graduating in May!
Congratulations! Nice to hear from somebody who has made the transition successfully!
Kris
Good for you!!!
My experience is sort of like yours… I have a good job with a insurance and a retirement, but I hate it… I would rather step on a rusty nail than go to work most days…
I have been working on an archaeology degree by distance learning and start the master’s program this spring.
I look forward to the day I have the degree in my hand and an archaeology job lined up so I can tell my boss to “shove it” and start a new life with a new career.
Be true to yourself and study hard!!!
At age 53 I began studying archaeology full time. Having many interests, I continued college non-stop since I was a young woman; accompling mulitple goals. The impetus to focus on archaeology happened one day while organizing my library. I discovered that 90% were archaeology books and as though emerging from the prehistoric mists, I realized my love for anthropology has remained even unto today. I’d would like to know where Nor’ Country is taking distance learning though.
There aren’t a lot of distance learning degree programs in the world. The one I’m most certain of is Leicester. I think others in the UK have folded, but haven’t had time to check. Here’s a list of dl courses and programs:
http://archaeology.about.com/od/onlinecourses/Distance_Learning_Opportunities.htm
Kris
http://coomararunodaya.com
Good story, its never to late to follow your dream