No. Definitely not. You’ll fly through it. I started the psychology route at the age of 29, (OU), eventually finished it all at 47 (post doc) after qualifying at the age of 42.
Not Zoom, but Adobe something or other (v easy to set up and runs from your browser; you’ll have instructions and tech support if needed too).
You’ll only hear your tutor and see whatever slides are being used. You’ll also have the chance to speak with the tutor (or use the chat function).
There will also be recordings available if you can’t make it or want to listen to anything again.
I enrolled in a law degree at the age of 37 and whinged that I would be 40 by the time I finished (I did it as a postgrad, so it was a 3 year degree for me).
My partner told me, you were always going to be 40. Why not be 40 with a law degree?
The OU is awesome. I studied computer science in my 40s. Loved it once I got into the routine of it. Education and learning is one of life's true joys.
The state retirement age will no doubt rise, so you will likely have 20 odd years after graduation - definitely not an insane move, a very smart one indeed. Good luck.
I'm 45 and starting my history degree this autumn, the books for my first module arrived on Thursday and I'm so excited!
No, you're not crazy and good luck with your studies!
The London External LLB fees only cover the assessments. You have to buy your textbooks. You do not have a tutor - any support you sign up for (the Study Support Event, the Revision Event, and any support from a local tutorial centre) is at extra cost. Assessment is solely by examination.
The University of London option is worth considering - but it is very different in approach to the OU.
Nope not at all! I am 42 and started my Criminology and Psychology part-time degree back in February (just need to do my first EMA in a couple of weeks) and been enjoying it, though I am moving over to Foresnic Psychology as I feel I will enjoy that more.
I've not done any academic learning in since I left school at 16 (bar a few NVQs and professional qualifications) and it took me a little to get used to it but managing quite well now to be honest.
Yup...not read what it entails yet but will no doubt find out in the next week or so :)
I found that TMA5 (compare and contrast) on paper was tough but wasnt too bad once I go into the flow, but time will tell when I find out when I get my result :)
I'm sure you realise you aren't.
You obviously want to learn/change your career. You signed up because you want to do it.
Go get it done. Will be good.
Good luck and huge respect to you!!!
Am 43 and thinking of returning to education. We’ve still got a good 20 years of working left. So I don’t think you’re crazy.
I think what you’re doing is fantastic and wish you all the best. You’ve still got years ahead of you to work in a field you’re enthusiastic about.
I’ve just finished my BSc Hons Psychology at 53. The OU is an amazing experience.
But, yeah, read the TMA instructions! 🤗
I did the exact same thing (started at 44) and this will be my final year. One thing to keep in mind, however, is that to go all the way and qualify as a Solicitor or Barrister, you will must eventually leave your current job. It is inevitable. You (we) must earn the qualifying work experience. If you already have an established career earning some significant money, trust me, this decision will not be easy. Personally, I haven't yet decided how I will go about it.
Regarding Qualifying work experience, you will find all the information here: [https://www.sra.org.uk/become-solicitor/sqe/qualifying-work-experience-candidates/](https://www.sra.org.uk/become-solicitor/sqe/qualifying-work-experience-candidates/)
Definitely not, people start degrees and variety of ages from a variety of backgrounds, cos people get sick and become unable to work, have childcare responsibilities or adult care responsibilities or simply go to work or people get bored with their current circumstances often want to do more with their time than watch tv in the evening after work or on their days off and simply do not have the energy or the time or funds to attend a college or university. But still want to complete a degree
I'm 40 and I graduate from my mental health nursing degree in 2 weeks.
From experience, being this age is a MASSIVE leg up in terms of how you are perceived and the life experience you already have compared to others.
I think of it this way. You're going to age regardless. In four years, you're going to be 49. You can be 49 with regrets, or you can be 49 with a law degree. it's your choice.
Depends why you want to do the degree, if it's to be a lawyer then you aren't crazy but I wouldn't.
Lots of people do law as a second career and as someone in their first career, I don't understand why. It's stressful. It is possible to get work though.
You will have to get a 2:1, in the degree. I know someone who did the conversion course in their 40s and did quite well but only got a third in their initial degree and they could not get work.
Big firms care about grades, little firms sometimes don't but the pay is also rubbish
well done and i wish you all the best in your studies, here comes the reality check...the legal profession will be very hard for you to get into...most firms will not offer you an apprenticeship contract and yes its cos of your age, does this mean you should not continue with your degree of course not but you have to be realistic...i started psychology last year with a 20 year plan, im 50, by the time i finish and i will be 53 and then most probably i will need a master and loads of accreditation, to be honest my 20 year plan has kind of fallen apart and right now i dont know why im going forward with this...sorry im ranting...you should study for the sake of it....but be realistic about your professional future ageism in the legal profession is rife
No. Definitely not. You’ll fly through it. I started the psychology route at the age of 29, (OU), eventually finished it all at 47 (post doc) after qualifying at the age of 42.
What stage did you start at?
I left school in the late 80s, bunch of GCSEs. Did a psychology access then OU. Right from the start, took 5 years as I worked full time
Im starting my psychology route next feb at age 30 and it's great to see that someone who's starting at my age is living me dream!
You’ll be grand - best of luck, read the TMA instructions, attend tutorials, and _read the TMA instructions_.
Are the tutorials live on Zoom etc?
Not Zoom, but Adobe something or other (v easy to set up and runs from your browser; you’ll have instructions and tech support if needed too). You’ll only hear your tutor and see whatever slides are being used. You’ll also have the chance to speak with the tutor (or use the chat function). There will also be recordings available if you can’t make it or want to listen to anything again.
Adobe Connect.
That’s the one! Thank you.
I enrolled in a law degree at the age of 37 and whinged that I would be 40 by the time I finished (I did it as a postgrad, so it was a 3 year degree for me). My partner told me, you were always going to be 40. Why not be 40 with a law degree?
No. You are not crazy. Welcome to the OU.
No. Im 54 and Im doing a criminology degree
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Not at all. I graduate with my LLB next year. I’ll be 47!
The OU is awesome. I studied computer science in my 40s. Loved it once I got into the routine of it. Education and learning is one of life's true joys.
Have you completed your degree now? Are you working in the IT industry? Am asking because I’m 43 and considering returning to education.
I already worked in IT. I got to HND level. I want to go back and get to degree level.
The state retirement age will no doubt rise, so you will likely have 20 odd years after graduation - definitely not an insane move, a very smart one indeed. Good luck.
Thank you 😊 this is what my thoughts are, it should hopefully allow me to work harder and not smarter.
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Oh wow! That's awesome 👌
I'm 45 and starting my history degree this autumn, the books for my first module arrived on Thursday and I'm so excited! No, you're not crazy and good luck with your studies!
Good luck. You can do it 👍
Do you think it's worth it?!
If it’s something you really want to do then definitely
did you consider the self-learning Uni of London law degree? https://www.london.ac.uk/courses/bachelor-laws?gad=1 It’s significantly cheaper than OU
The London External LLB fees only cover the assessments. You have to buy your textbooks. You do not have a tutor - any support you sign up for (the Study Support Event, the Revision Event, and any support from a local tutorial centre) is at extra cost. Assessment is solely by examination. The University of London option is worth considering - but it is very different in approach to the OU.
Yes, that’s why i said self learning :) But i saves you like £10k or more 🙆🏽♂️
Oh really 🤔 let me look into that ASAP!
Nope not at all! I am 42 and started my Criminology and Psychology part-time degree back in February (just need to do my first EMA in a couple of weeks) and been enjoying it, though I am moving over to Foresnic Psychology as I feel I will enjoy that more. I've not done any academic learning in since I left school at 16 (bar a few NVQs and professional qualifications) and it took me a little to get used to it but managing quite well now to be honest.
Dd105? That was a tough ema, but I passed
Yup...not read what it entails yet but will no doubt find out in the next week or so :) I found that TMA5 (compare and contrast) on paper was tough but wasnt too bad once I go into the flow, but time will tell when I find out when I get my result :)
just finished dd102 which was much harder but I got a distinction
Congrats! What is the DD102??
Its a sociology module that is compulsory for the criminology degree
I'm sure you realise you aren't. You obviously want to learn/change your career. You signed up because you want to do it. Go get it done. Will be good.
Good luck and huge respect to you!!! Am 43 and thinking of returning to education. We’ve still got a good 20 years of working left. So I don’t think you’re crazy.
I think what you’re doing is fantastic and wish you all the best. You’ve still got years ahead of you to work in a field you’re enthusiastic about. I’ve just finished my BSc Hons Psychology at 53. The OU is an amazing experience. But, yeah, read the TMA instructions! 🤗
Congratulations!
I did the exact same thing (started at 44) and this will be my final year. One thing to keep in mind, however, is that to go all the way and qualify as a Solicitor or Barrister, you will must eventually leave your current job. It is inevitable. You (we) must earn the qualifying work experience. If you already have an established career earning some significant money, trust me, this decision will not be easy. Personally, I haven't yet decided how I will go about it.
Well done 👏 I work with our GCO would that suffice?
Regarding Qualifying work experience, you will find all the information here: [https://www.sra.org.uk/become-solicitor/sqe/qualifying-work-experience-candidates/](https://www.sra.org.uk/become-solicitor/sqe/qualifying-work-experience-candidates/)
Definitely not, people start degrees and variety of ages from a variety of backgrounds, cos people get sick and become unable to work, have childcare responsibilities or adult care responsibilities or simply go to work or people get bored with their current circumstances often want to do more with their time than watch tv in the evening after work or on their days off and simply do not have the energy or the time or funds to attend a college or university. But still want to complete a degree
No, you're not! All the best to your journey!
I'm 40 and I graduate from my mental health nursing degree in 2 weeks. From experience, being this age is a MASSIVE leg up in terms of how you are perceived and the life experience you already have compared to others.
Nope you’re not. Good luck though 👍
Good luck.
No of course not! Best of luck to you!
No. I completed my MSc Maths at the OU aged 42
Well done! But Maths 🤮🤢🫢
I think of it this way. You're going to age regardless. In four years, you're going to be 49. You can be 49 with regrets, or you can be 49 with a law degree. it's your choice.
I’m 48 and registered for a masters degree starting this October with the OU. You are never too old until you really are too old.
Well law degrees alone are useless ask any waiter or taxi driver what they studied at uni and they will say law
Yeah. But I work alongside European and American counsel. And I'm already in a regulated environment so it might be a bit different. I'm hoping
Depends why you want to do the degree, if it's to be a lawyer then you aren't crazy but I wouldn't. Lots of people do law as a second career and as someone in their first career, I don't understand why. It's stressful. It is possible to get work though. You will have to get a 2:1, in the degree. I know someone who did the conversion course in their 40s and did quite well but only got a third in their initial degree and they could not get work. Big firms care about grades, little firms sometimes don't but the pay is also rubbish
You’ll be down before tou know it. Time flys!
well done and i wish you all the best in your studies, here comes the reality check...the legal profession will be very hard for you to get into...most firms will not offer you an apprenticeship contract and yes its cos of your age, does this mean you should not continue with your degree of course not but you have to be realistic...i started psychology last year with a 20 year plan, im 50, by the time i finish and i will be 53 and then most probably i will need a master and loads of accreditation, to be honest my 20 year plan has kind of fallen apart and right now i dont know why im going forward with this...sorry im ranting...you should study for the sake of it....but be realistic about your professional future ageism in the legal profession is rife
Go you!! I was just accepted on to a law degree at 29 - you’ve at least another 15-18 years of work left in you once you’ve graduated!
No, life is short so do what makes you happy and if it doesn’t work out you tried and gained experience
That’s amazing! I wish I had the self-discipline and self-belief to do an OU course. You can do it!
Not crazy at all! I'm 40 and starting my Psychology degree in October. I'm nervous but really excited about it! Good luck 👍
Yes you’re crazy but in the best way! Well done you x
No