TLDW; my current degree is fully funded by the warehouse company I’m working for. I was working at that warehouse for a while and then noticed a job vacancy - this degree apprenticeship. It was an opportunity to get a team lead role alongside studying full time for 3 years to get a Bachelor in Business management. Though it’s hard work, there are many advantages to being an adult student. Wish when I was young I’d seen this kind of opportunity as well otherwise I’d never take out a loan to study an arguably ‘useless’ degree. I’d recommend an apprenticeship to everyone. Wish me luck, hope I can complete it and graduate this summer with the promise of becoming a manager 🙂↕️ if you put your mind to it, the only way is up ⬆️. If you’re in a bad situation, sitting and crying about it won’t solve anything. Accept your situation and then build yourself up.
Mad respect 🙏 brother that your company that you work for is funding your schooling. Don't let it go to waste. Btw I have heard rumors that college enrollment is getting worse and worse, and the gender dynamics is shifting to the point that now it's more female than males. Please make your videos of thoughts about that, I will love to listen your opinion on that subject.
As a heads up, if your apprenticeship is levy funded, then your company is basically using you to fufil their tax obligation. They may not have a plan for you after you finish, just make sure you talk to your manager about your long term future well before the final assessment, so you can plan accordingly!
@ the physical college requirement is weird and wasteful also, given it's not for a hand on job such as a nurse. They should had set them up with open uni or a college course which mostly online
I did it beginning at 25 yrs old. I had a family to support and it was one of the most difficult things I ever did - part time jobs etc. Also help with a grant from the government - those were the days when we had safety nets in place. I have never looked back since. I am 76 yrs old now. The quality of my life and understanding improved beyond all expectation. It changed my whole perspective on life. Good luck to anyone taking on this massive challenge. Stick to it even through the very difficult times. You will not regret it. Thanks for all the good you are doing through these videos, Viizii.
When I graduated in my early 40s, there was a chap there who graduated along with me aged 80. It’s never too late and keeps the brain alert! I’m now almost at retirement age so really doubt if getting another degree would benefit my working life! But I want to challenge myself to prove I still have it in me.
Wow, that’s really inspiring. Must’ve been tough, but sounds like it was 100% worth it. Totally agree-education at any age can change your whole perspective. Appreciate the kind words, and thanks for sharing your story!
I think the paradigma is changing. We are going to a "continuous education" world, if we are not already on it. It's going to be completely normal to see people on their 40s and 50s back in university.
I feel the same way and am living it. It's rare for people to stay in the same job/field for 20-30 years. I've been part time school while working as a nurse since 2018. I knew early on I didn't want to stay in nursing for the rest of my life, the pandemic made it even more so. But at the same time I needed the high nurse salary to pay down debt and set myself up for financial success when I eventually leave. I've learned some CS, Korean, GIS and earned a Cloud Computing Cert along the way, and now I'm in post grad for GIS hoping to transition to government.
We might be required to work past retirement age too... Of course that is if employers would care to employ us. I'm 27 years old but I don't see myself ever retiring
I don't know how to solve the problem, or if it's even solvable, but we need to slow down as a species. This will absolutely come to a head. People can't endlessly relearn their entire career every few years. I'm seeing it in IT right now. Not constantly studying will leave you out of date in very short order, and you'll soon find yourself unemployed, and potentially unemployable in the field where you've gained so much experience. So many very intelligent people are burning out hard, and they are not landing on their feet. This cannot last without severe consequences for the global economy.
Futurist Alvin Toffler once said, “The illiterate of the future are not those who can't read or write but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn.”
@@MGSVxBreakpoint That seems to describe most people over 40 that I know, and I'd wager that it describes most people you know over that age as well. It's not natural for humans to be in a constant state of learning entirely new things and being expected to immediately implement their knowledge. This is going to end in catastrophe. We're moving too quickly as a species.
Hey Vlad, this will definitely be a new page of your life! I went back to uni for a different career at 27 after working few years in construction which I hated so bad. There are many pros and cons of being a mature aged student!! hope you will get through and I genuinely hope life will get better for you
Hey, appreciate that! Yeah, switching careers is a big move, but if it gets you out of something you hate, it’s worth it. Definitely a lot of pros and cons as an older student, but gotta keep pushing. Hope things worked out for you too!
I remember looking at non-traditional students (students returning after 25+ years of age) in awe as an undergraduate. There is a level of focus they have that I didn't have at the time!
A good thing to do Vladimir: I was a mature student (at your age) also and was very motivated as I knew why I wanted to study. Good luck to you. You will inspire others I'm sure.
🤩your channel explodes, nice ! good work mate. It's fine to go back to the Uni in your 30s. I went back to Uni to get master when I was in 29, enjoy the time!
When I was a kid, I loved the summer brake and for as far as I can remember, I had nightmares the two weeks before school, about going back to school. But after turning 30, 5-6 years ago ( in two weeks it will be 6 years ago), I started dreaming about going back to university. And hopefully, when the gig is done for me, I'll go back to school and study something that I love, but again with the full experience, classes, campus, cafeteria, the lot. I can't wait. I'll be a handful for the professors, unlike the last time in uni. I'm already married, have kids, so I won't be spending time partying, or chasing girls.... Great name change btw, it works well, and can become a personal brand, not saying it should, I sell nothing and don't believe in that, but it works as a personal brand, great job!
That’s a solid plan, man. Going back purely for the love of learning sounds like a great experience. And yeah, without the distractions this time, you’ll probably get way more out of it. Also, really appreciate your advice on the name change. Meant to reply last time but totally forgot. You had a good point, and I’m glad I took it-feels like a better fit now. Thanks for looking out!
Similar to you, I'm trying to re-start my life. I'm joining the military after I hit 30 (should have been 29 but I needed a year off mental health meds i didn't need anyway), it took this long to realise that it was actually a good career path for many reasons, younger me was too much of a pacifict/unwise. I'll probably do some technology or electronics career... I'm not at all worried about learning a new profession, I love learning and I'm extremely grateful to be allowed the chance to re-kindle my life (for free!) before I'm too old, after some failed attempts at an idealistic career (game dev).
That’s a big move, respect for taking that step. Sometimes it takes a while to figure out what actually works for us, but sounds like you’re on the right path now. Learning something new, getting a fresh start, and doing it for free-can’t ask for much more. Wishing you all the best with it!
@VladWorks Thanks! I love traveling, helping others (Canadian military), and structured environments, so I wish I considered it earlier, but I did need that time to gain the wisdom to make this decision. 3 more months until I'm allowed to do the interview, then I'll be off to training asap. Good luck with your studies, I went through college and the older students were some of the best because they didn't goof off.
Exactly! AI just speeds things up, but you still have to think and put in the work. It’s like having a calculator-you still need to know math. Definitely a game changer, though!
I am a 35 year old man going to university to get a degree in food science and nutrition. My hope is that I can use the degree and my 15 years of work experience in fast food to become a food scientist, whether that be working on testing food quality in a lab or research and development of new products for a company. It has been extremely tough going on a level 3 access to medical science course last year which was basically mashing 2 years worth of studying into 1. It was very stressful but I managed to finish it. Good luck to you and anyone who is planning to go back to education.
That’s a solid plan! With your experience and a food science degree, you’ll have a great mix of practical and academic knowledge. Props for pushing through that intense Level 3 course-sounds brutal but worth it. Wishing you all the best with uni and your career! 💪
My employer pays for me to study as well. I spent a week in Manchester last October doing an animation course. I loved every second of it. Also, getting away from rural north Wales and enjoying the buzz of Manchester was amazing. I would definitely advise anyone to take every opportunity they can to further their education/skills. There are ways to do it without going into a lifetime if debt.
Hi Vladimir...hope you are having a resourceful week. I think you have to further yourself if you want to get anywhere in life and thank fully many employers are invested in us if we wish to study further. I was a bit lucky as back in the day studying to be a nurse I was paid a bursary and my lodgings in the nurses home were paid for- that no longer exists sadly. I then went on to do my Bachelors degree on my own while working so it was self funded but I had a goal in mind. At 31 yrs old I became the youngest Specialist Macmillan Nurse in my Hospitals trust and was later funded by my employer to do my Masters Degree and my Prescribing. All that hard work does pay off eventually. Take good care Mand X
Hey Mand, sounds like you’ve had an incredible journey! That’s a huge achievement, and definitely proof that hard work and furthering yourself pays off. It’s great when employers invest in people, but yeah, things have changed a lot since then. Thanks for sharing your story-really inspiring. Take care! 😊
Really nice to hear, im glad for you. Im wonderíng, is this "degree apprenticeship" special or new in the UK? In Germany we have this type of study for a few decades
Thanks! Yeah, degree apprenticeships have been around in the UK for a while, but they’re not as well known as traditional uni routes. Seems like they’re growing in popularity though. Sounds like Germany has had the right idea for years!
Goodluck! I tried, I only have Level 3 appreticeship, working and stydying is hard to combine and on top of that you have a child. But I suppose that means more drive as you have responsibilities...
Yeah, juggling work, study, and a kid is definitely tough. Level 3 is still an achievement, though! And yeah, having responsibilities does push you harder-no choice but to make it work. Appreciate the support!
in my networks module i sat next to a dude thats 34 and has kids, literally commutes in from another city. all the lecturers seem to get along with him as well lol i have a lot of respect for him.
Good luck with your degree! I did a degree by day release which was one day a week. What I wish I knew 30 years earlier was that most day release programs only have 12 sessions per term. I could have done that just using holiday (aka vacation) time from work by taking 24 days of holiday. Instead I waited until I got a job that let me do day release. I would have been better off getting it in my 30s rather than my 50s but better late than never.
That’s a really good point! Makes you realize there are more ways to fit study around work than it seems at first. But yeah, better late than never-props to you for going for it! And thanks for the good luck!
Very good! I am in a forced period of change in that I have worked for a company for years but they decided to completely change direction a few months ago. So it was a layoff with an alternative job offer. They offered me a job where I had almost no relevant experience and education. Though there was a substantial pay increase. So I am taking free online courses to get the basics of this new field as quickly as possible. Atleast I have time while on the clock to complete the e-learning materials so I am getting paid to learn. Still crazy going from someone experienced to a fish out of water so to speak. Atleast with it being a company I have been in for years it does help with the learning process a bit 😅
That’s a wild shift, but honestly, getting paid to learn is a pretty good deal. Definitely not easy going from experienced to starting fresh, but sounds like you’re making the best of it. At least you’ve got some familiarity with the company-that’s gotta help. Hope it all works out for you!
I’d love to go back to Uni. I didn’t go til I was 40, qualified as an English secondary school teacher now 20 years on want to do something different to challenge myself, even if it’s just for me. Close to retirement age; it’s never too late. 🙌 📜
So many school teachers are leaving the profession, often caused by excessive workloads and the lack of discipline in the classroom. The recent stabbing in a ROMAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL in Sheffield will no doubt send shivers through the whole school teaching profession. You' re right, Julie, it's never too late to keep on learning. Good luck !
@@joesoy9185 I don’t want to turn this into a teacher’s forum lol! But you’re right. Mass exodus. Teachers are gaslighted, bullied, undermined, belittled… they push more and more work and responsibilities onto teaching staff unfairly and which is not only unacceptable but also unattainable, thus making it look like that teacher is incapable. Next step is a support plan but they’re a joke because there’s no support; it’s just the chance to kick you further down the road until you can’t take any more. We all remember the awfully sad situation of head Ruth Perry. Yep… OFSTED also has a lot to answer to. The whole education system is pants. I could write a dissertation on the subject, but I’ll leave it there!
That’s amazing! Proof that it’s never too late to learn something new. If it challenges you and keeps you inspired, why not go for it? Wishing you the best on whatever you choose next! 🙌📚
I worked full time and went to college full time. I had no time to make friends or do a year abroad or get internships. No employer ever asked to see proof.
Yeah, that’s the tough part-no time for the “full uni experience.” But at the end of the day, if you got the knowledge and skills, that’s what really matters. And yeah, funny how employers rarely ask for proof! 😅
Part time degrees is best, especially if your company is willing to cover costs as an investment in you. My company offers it, but the course is only offered by certain Universities in other countries unfortunately.
Part time sounds good yh, a bit less intensive and won’t disrupt your life as much. And yh 100% the only reason I’m doing this is that it’s fully funded by the company, otherwise no way I would be going back to university and taking out a loan again
@@VladWorks Mhm, I think these days apprenticeships are the way to go. Get invaluable experience, and a level 3 qualification. Meanwhile developing connections too in your desired industry. Then the company might invest more in you. I have colleagues who even had their PHDs paid for by my company. This is the ideal, career development scenario, way you get best of both worlds. So you can apply your research to industry standards.
What I have found is that a degree will not get you a job unless you are in the top 10% of your class. If you are swimming in the bottom 90%, you must have connections.
It depends on the degree. In Game Development I had the top marks in my class (95-100%), but got no game dev interviews because of lack of demand. If it was something like construction, in my area, I'd get a job passing with 60%.
Yeah, a degree alone isn’t a golden ticket. Being in the top 10% helps, but honestly, connections and experience matter just as much-sometimes even more. That’s why stuff like apprenticeships or working alongside studying can give a big edge.
Think it's about causal effect we can draw from life 🧬 our minds working differently. These issues you mentioned... It can sum as, we don't write ✍️ lots of issue, after the time we know what's whats and when and how. All we do when properly matured we do simpler yet more to the point.
Yeah, exactly! With time and experience, we cut through the noise and get straight to the point. Less fluff, more substance. Maturity really changes how we approach things.
I have a batchelors in English Literature and a Masters in Comparative Literature. I wished i took an apprenticeship in something more practical. Ended up teaching English in Hong Kong, then working for a publishing company there. Now I am a researcher in central government. still I'd rather be a gardener, carpenter, or artist
Central government sounds badass 😎 but I love your preferred occupations though. Same id love to have been a carpenter or a joiner. Can do everything in the house then
@@VladWorks hahah i do feel badass at times when I tell people I am working for the Ministry of Defence, or Foreign Office...being a contractor keeps it interesting as I change departments all the time. I feel accomplished that I got out of retail job that I was stuck in for 7 years, then decided to be a temp hourly worker and signed up with an agency as I was a copywriter at the time. I felt so free not being a permanent worker and just a temp. It was a breath of fresh air so that allowed me to work for local authorities. one thing just led to another. you seem to be really enjoying your life
@@kratos.8151 I was a copywriter as well as an English teacher. so when I came back to the UK I got temporary work as a content writer, from there I got a permanent job as a product copywriter for John Lewis head office. When I left JL, I did hourly temp jobs and ended up writing content for local authority websites. I saw a fixed term contract in a central government department and applied for that. After that i just kept applying to central government contract work. I just slowly kept moving towards my goal
I'm at college as a 30 years old too! Would like to requlify into trades. I hold abroad level 4 qualification (graphic design) which I could have used to entry university but I took an advice from family and I'm going for trades instead of degree. :)
@@VladWorks Painting and decorating. It's something close to what I studied and what I like to do even though it's on paper or painting minis at the moment.
American. I didn't get out of the US Army until twenty; before college on the Vietnam GI Bill, and writing papers for rich kids and scrambling a series of odd jobs. Pursue your dreams, come what may brother. Luck with all.
Respect, man. Sounds like you’ve had quite a journey. Appreciate the words-gotta keep pushing forward no matter what. Wishing you the best too, brother! 💪
loving the videos. I'm sure I saw a comment from soviet march and harry potter composer James Hannigan a few days ago. you did a music or sound degree?
Appreciate it! Yeah, that video blew up, and I definitely missed a bunch of comments too. If James Hannigan really commented, that’s wild! I didn’t do a music degree, but I did study sound at one point. Wish I’d seen that comment before it disappeared!
how could the older people with more life experience get better grades? i couldn't imagine any sort of advantage they would have over a brand new student entering for the first time. you guys must be way smarter and just work harder.
It’s not really about being smarter, just a different mindset. Older students tend to be more focused, motivated, and better at managing time. Plus, we’ve had real-world experience-so writing assignments, structuring arguments, and understanding how things actually work in practice comes more naturally. No partying till 3 AM helps too. 😆
Yeah, lifelong learning is definitely becoming the norm. Age doesn’t really matter when it comes to education-just gotta keep growing. Respect to those studying while working in the NHS!
Also, there are only young student people in universities. This wraps their view of reality; they don't meet a lot of people with children, who work, who struggle in the life because they bear lots of responsabilities ...
I'm 36 and I've been back in school part time slowly doing certs and in an online post bacc for the past 6 years. I got to learn Korean, CS, GIS and Cloud computing while working part time as a nurse at a hospital. Paying out of pocket for grad school since my work doesn't pay for non healthcare related degrees. It's been long and strenuous, but I needed to set up myself for success financially for the long term while paying off school debt and my car and making investments in stocks, 401k and crypto.
That’s some serious dedication! Balancing work, study, and financial planning all at once isn’t easy, but sounds like you’ve set yourself up for a solid future. Respect for taking the long-term approach-gonna pay off big time. Keep pushing! 💪
I as working while going to school; I thought it was weird or hard if you can manage time it's not too hard but it still felt weird to me when I went to grad school was different than when I was going for undergrad
Yeah, totally get that. Balancing work and study feels weird at first, but if you manage your time right, it’s doable. Grad school definitely has a different vibe compared to undergrad-more focused, but also more intense in its own way.
@@VladWorks I'm from the USA, but I connect to your videos about finding meaning in life even though you aren't working in the industry you would like. I am 30 years old also and am trying to get a Bachelor's degree for the first time in Computer Science, although I am unsure if I will actually get a role in the field. It goes to show that no matter where you are from the issues you face are those that others around the world are facing. Even if I don't get a position in a company doing programming, data science, or IT I won't regret my decision just like you. It is because i have been interested in computer science for years but have been too afraid to pursue a degree. Yet the more the years go on the more I regret not getting a degree and here I am taking online courses to pursue my degree. What I am trying to say is don't stop making your videos, because they have value to them and others can relate to what you are saying. That is what is wonderful about UA-cam, people from different walks of life and different parts of the world can realize they are not alone in their trials and tribulations. Keep up the videos, you may be just an everyday man but that is why you had a viral video that clicked with so many people. I am realizing in life it is better to try and potentially fail, than to fail simply by not trying. I believe employers will see that someone who had the tenacity and perseverance to pursue a degree will make a great worker. Someone is only truly a failure if they don't try their hardest and don't retain their integrity. Anyone who read this long-winded comment I thank you and hope you will find the success and peace of mind you have been seeking!
I have a feeling (please correct me if I’m wrong) that not many warehouse companies offer such apprenticeships. Probably just the one you work at, because it’s not actually a warehouse company. I feel it’s a bit misleading to call it a warehouse company… it is something else; warehouses are just a part of the infrastructure of one of its business lines. I imagine that your employer doesn’t offer any education in critical thinking. If it did, it would be harmful to its business. Because then you’d ask why your employer has a diversity problem in senior leadership roles. Because then you’d ask why is your employer offering you to study for free, surely they calculated that it’s of benefit to them. Perhaps it has thousands of employees on zero-hour contracts who have no rights? I hope you don’t dismiss my comment as me trying to rain on your parade. My intention is to point out your privilege and to make you think about your fellow employees with less privilege. It’s a zero-sun game - because you’re winning, someone else is losing (within your company anyway).
they have a staff turnover problem likely + also some of the cost of the apprenticeship cost is likely funded by the government. His name is Vlad as for diversity, but to make him do business management as a team leader in a warehouse... content covered in such a degree is way more advanced...
Fair points, and I get where you’re coming from. You’re right that not many warehouse companies offer apprenticeships like this, and yeah, the company I work for isn’t just a warehouse company-it’s much bigger than that. Probably why they can offer these kinds of programs. From what I’ve seen, my cohort of apprentices is actually very diverse, and senior leadership at several sites across the country reflects that too. Of course, every company probably has room for improvement, and it’s fair that big corporations get scrutinized-they have more responsibility and impact. As for the critical thinking part, I think it’s less about companies actively avoiding it and more about them shaping education to benefit their needs. They wouldn’t fund something that doesn’t serve them in some way-that’s just business. But does that mean it’s a bad deal for employees? Not necessarily-if someone can get a degree, upskill, and move into better roles (inside or outside the company), I’d say that’s still a win. I appreciate the discussion, though-it’s always good to question these things.
Why wouldn’t he? He wants to better himself and from the kids I teach it here in the UK it honestly worries me that there won’t be that resilience or motivation to do anything in life. I can see maybe 5% getting on, but the rest I fear will just struggle. 😢
Yeah, that’s me! The first degree didn’t really lead anywhere 'useful' in the traditional sense, so this time I’m doing something more practical-plus, it’s fully funded, so no debt. Might as well make the most of the opportunity!
Not everyone figures it out right away. Some people change careers, some get stuck in jobs that don’t go anywhere, and some just don’t have the right opportunities early on. It’s not a waste if you’re learning and improving-better to pivot at 30 than stay stuck for another 10 years.
Business Management degrees were dropping in value FAST before 'muhh AI' ... now they are exponentially decreasing in value. But hey, you said you love ChatGPT and you'll have PLENTY of time to enjoy it when you are made redundant ...
you can definitely see it's impact in the society - people who studied it can screw your screw way tighter... your pay will be lower and you will work harder for it
Yeah, I get that business degrees aren’t what they used to be, but this one's different since it’s tied directly to my job and industry. Plus, AI is a tool, not a replacement (at least not yet). The key is learning how to use it to stay ahead, not get left behind. Adapt or be replaced, right?
AI is definitely changing the workforce, but it’s more about shifting roles than outright replacing everyone (at least for now). The key is learning how to work with AI, not against it-otherwise, yeah, you get left behind.
TLDW; my current degree is fully funded by the warehouse company I’m working for. I was working at that warehouse for a while and then noticed a job vacancy - this degree apprenticeship. It was an opportunity to get a team lead role alongside studying full time for 3 years to get a Bachelor in Business management. Though it’s hard work, there are many advantages to being an adult student. Wish when I was young I’d seen this kind of opportunity as well otherwise I’d never take out a loan to study an arguably ‘useless’ degree. I’d recommend an apprenticeship to everyone. Wish me luck, hope I can complete it and graduate this summer with the promise of becoming a manager 🙂↕️ if you put your mind to it, the only way is up ⬆️. If you’re in a bad situation, sitting and crying about it won’t solve anything. Accept your situation and then build yourself up.
Mad respect 🙏 brother that your company that you work for is funding your schooling. Don't let it go to waste.
Btw I have heard rumors that college enrollment is getting worse and worse, and the gender dynamics is shifting to the point that now it's more female than males. Please make your videos of thoughts about that, I will love to listen your opinion on that subject.
So you will be studying for 3 years?
had you seen what is covered during such a degree?
It's way over a team lead. As a matter of fact team lead in a warehouse is at a level of GCSEs
As a heads up, if your apprenticeship is levy funded, then your company is basically using you to fufil their tax obligation. They may not have a plan for you after you finish, just make sure you talk to your manager about your long term future well before the final assessment, so you can plan accordingly!
@ the physical college requirement is weird and wasteful also, given it's not for a hand on job such as a nurse. They should had set them up with open uni or a college course which mostly online
I did it beginning at 25 yrs old. I had a family to support and it was one of the most difficult things I ever did - part time jobs etc. Also help with a grant from the government - those were the days when we had safety nets in place. I have never looked back since. I am 76 yrs old now. The quality of my life and understanding improved beyond all expectation. It changed my whole perspective on life. Good luck to anyone taking on this massive challenge. Stick to it even through the very difficult times. You will not regret it. Thanks for all the good you are doing through these videos, Viizii.
When I graduated in my early 40s, there was a chap there who graduated along with me aged 80. It’s never too late and keeps the brain alert! I’m now almost at retirement age so really doubt if getting another degree would benefit my working life! But I want to challenge myself to prove I still have it in me.
I was a single mum at the time and worked part time around my studies too so I know where you’re coming from. It really was hard!
@@juliecadman371 Go for it. You have nothing to lose by doing so.
Wow, that’s really inspiring. Must’ve been tough, but sounds like it was 100% worth it. Totally agree-education at any age can change your whole perspective. Appreciate the kind words, and thanks for sharing your story!
I think the paradigma is changing. We are going to a "continuous education" world, if we are not already on it. It's going to be completely normal to see people on their 40s and 50s back in university.
I feel the same way and am living it. It's rare for people to stay in the same job/field for 20-30 years. I've been part time school while working as a nurse since 2018. I knew early on I didn't want to stay in nursing for the rest of my life, the pandemic made it even more so. But at the same time I needed the high nurse salary to pay down debt and set myself up for financial success when I eventually leave. I've learned some CS, Korean, GIS and earned a Cloud Computing Cert along the way, and now I'm in post grad for GIS hoping to transition to government.
We might be required to work past retirement age too... Of course that is if employers would care to employ us. I'm 27 years old but I don't see myself ever retiring
I don't know how to solve the problem, or if it's even solvable, but we need to slow down as a species. This will absolutely come to a head. People can't endlessly relearn their entire career every few years. I'm seeing it in IT right now. Not constantly studying will leave you out of date in very short order, and you'll soon find yourself unemployed, and potentially unemployable in the field where you've gained so much experience. So many very intelligent people are burning out hard, and they are not landing on their feet. This cannot last without severe consequences for the global economy.
Futurist Alvin Toffler once said, “The illiterate of the future are not those who can't read or write but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn.”
@@MGSVxBreakpoint That seems to describe most people over 40 that I know, and I'd wager that it describes most people you know over that age as well. It's not natural for humans to be in a constant state of learning entirely new things and being expected to immediately implement their knowledge. This is going to end in catastrophe. We're moving too quickly as a species.
I did a part-time MA course while working full time in my early 30s. By the end of it, I was exhausted. Good luck!
Yeah, I can imagine that must’ve been brutal. Balancing work and study is no joke. Hopefully, it paid off for you! Thanks, I’ll need the luck!
Respect for the motivation to go back to school while working full time. It’s not easy, but worth it in the end.
Hope so, thank you buddy
I did same at 50. I enjoyed the journey
That's awesome! Respect for going back at 50. It’s a whole different experience when you actually want to be there, right?
Hey Vlad, this will definitely be a new page of your life! I went back to uni for a different career at 27 after working few years in construction which I hated so bad. There are many pros and cons of being a mature aged student!! hope you will get through and I genuinely hope life will get better for you
Hey, appreciate that! Yeah, switching careers is a big move, but if it gets you out of something you hate, it’s worth it. Definitely a lot of pros and cons as an older student, but gotta keep pushing. Hope things worked out for you too!
I remember looking at non-traditional students (students returning after 25+ years of age) in awe as an undergraduate. There is a level of focus they have that I didn't have at the time!
Good for you .I hope you enjoy the study process and not just the end result
Thank you!
A good thing to do Vladimir: I was a mature student (at your age) also and was very motivated as I knew why I wanted to study. Good luck to you. You will inspire others I'm sure.
🤩your channel explodes, nice ! good work mate. It's fine to go back to the Uni in your 30s. I went back to Uni to get master when I was in 29, enjoy the time!
Appreciate that, mate! Yeah, going back in your 30s is definitely a different vibe, but it’s worth it. Hope your master’s worked out well for you!
When I was a kid, I loved the summer brake and for as far as I can remember, I had nightmares the two weeks before school, about going back to school. But after turning 30, 5-6 years ago ( in two weeks it will be 6 years ago), I started dreaming about going back to university. And hopefully, when the gig is done for me, I'll go back to school and study something that I love, but again with the full experience, classes, campus, cafeteria, the lot. I can't wait. I'll be a handful for the professors, unlike the last time in uni. I'm already married, have kids, so I won't be spending time partying, or chasing girls.... Great name change btw, it works well, and can become a personal brand, not saying it should, I sell nothing and don't believe in that, but it works as a personal brand, great job!
That’s a solid plan, man. Going back purely for the love of learning sounds like a great experience. And yeah, without the distractions this time, you’ll probably get way more out of it.
Also, really appreciate your advice on the name change. Meant to reply last time but totally forgot. You had a good point, and I’m glad I took it-feels like a better fit now. Thanks for looking out!
Congratulations. - And it is not broken Britain - It is place of oportunity.
Appreciate it! Yeah, there are definitely opportunities out there if you know where to look.
Similar to you, I'm trying to re-start my life. I'm joining the military after I hit 30 (should have been 29 but I needed a year off mental health meds i didn't need anyway), it took this long to realise that it was actually a good career path for many reasons, younger me was too much of a pacifict/unwise. I'll probably do some technology or electronics career... I'm not at all worried about learning a new profession, I love learning and I'm extremely grateful to be allowed the chance to re-kindle my life (for free!) before I'm too old, after some failed attempts at an idealistic career (game dev).
That’s a big move, respect for taking that step. Sometimes it takes a while to figure out what actually works for us, but sounds like you’re on the right path now. Learning something new, getting a fresh start, and doing it for free-can’t ask for much more. Wishing you all the best with it!
@VladWorks Thanks! I love traveling, helping others (Canadian military), and structured environments, so I wish I considered it earlier, but I did need that time to gain the wisdom to make this decision. 3 more months until I'm allowed to do the interview, then I'll be off to training asap. Good luck with your studies, I went through college and the older students were some of the best because they didn't goof off.
Ai is definitely a game changer! Also I agree it’s a tool like tech you still need to do things so you can’t just become less intelligent
Exactly! AI just speeds things up, but you still have to think and put in the work. It’s like having a calculator-you still need to know math. Definitely a game changer, though!
I am a 35 year old man going to university to get a degree in food science and nutrition. My hope is that I can use the degree and my 15 years of work experience in fast food to become a food scientist, whether that be working on testing food quality in a lab or research and development of new products for a company.
It has been extremely tough going on a level 3 access to medical science course last year which was basically mashing 2 years worth of studying into 1. It was very stressful but I managed to finish it.
Good luck to you and anyone who is planning to go back to education.
You're better off going for biomedical.
@spartan.falbion2761 You're better off minding your own damn business
That’s a solid plan! With your experience and a food science degree, you’ll have a great mix of practical and academic knowledge. Props for pushing through that intense Level 3 course-sounds brutal but worth it. Wishing you all the best with uni and your career! 💪
That sound like a really interesting degree and field of study!
My employer pays for me to study as well.
I spent a week in Manchester last October doing an animation course.
I loved every second of it. Also, getting away from rural north Wales and enjoying the buzz of Manchester was amazing.
I would definitely advise anyone to take every opportunity they can to further their education/skills. There are ways to do it without going into a lifetime if debt.
Soooooo goood!!!🎉 congratulations we are happy for you ❤
Appreciate it! 🙌 Means a lot. Thanks for the support! 😊
Hi Vladimir...hope you are having a resourceful week. I think you have to further yourself if you want to get anywhere in life and thank fully many employers are invested in us if we wish to study further. I was a bit lucky as back in the day studying to be a nurse I was paid a bursary and my lodgings in the nurses home were paid for- that no longer exists sadly. I then went on to do my Bachelors degree on my own while working so it was self funded but I had a goal in mind. At 31 yrs old I became the youngest Specialist Macmillan Nurse in my Hospitals trust and was later funded by my employer to do my Masters Degree and my Prescribing. All that hard work does pay off eventually. Take good care Mand X
Hey Mand, sounds like you’ve had an incredible journey! That’s a huge achievement, and definitely proof that hard work and furthering yourself pays off. It’s great when employers invest in people, but yeah, things have changed a lot since then. Thanks for sharing your story-really inspiring. Take care! 😊
In my early 40's and going to do Nursing.. There is always an opportunity to start again. So good luck to you
That’s amazing! Nursing is a solid career, and yeah, it’s never too late to start fresh. Wishing you all the best with it!
Congrats, all the best
Truly impressive.
Great ! & An important message i take from it is keep striving
Exactly! Keep pushing forward, no matter what stage you're at. Appreciate the support!
Really nice to hear, im glad for you. Im wonderíng, is this "degree apprenticeship" special or new in the UK? In Germany we have this type of study for a few decades
Thanks! Yeah, degree apprenticeships have been around in the UK for a while, but they’re not as well known as traditional uni routes. Seems like they’re growing in popularity though. Sounds like Germany has had the right idea for years!
I hope it all goes well for you.
Thanks! Appreciate that. Hoping for the best! 😊
Goodluck! I tried, I only have Level 3 appreticeship, working and stydying is hard to combine and on top of that you have a child. But I suppose that means more drive as you have responsibilities...
Yeah, juggling work, study, and a kid is definitely tough. Level 3 is still an achievement, though! And yeah, having responsibilities does push you harder-no choice but to make it work. Appreciate the support!
in my networks module i sat next to a dude thats 34 and has kids, literally commutes in from another city. all the lecturers seem to get along with him as well lol i have a lot of respect for him.
This time no skipping lectures, I hear you 😅
Haha, yep, no more slacking this time! Gotta actually show up and get it done. 😅
Good luck with your degree! I did a degree by day release which was one day a week. What I wish I knew 30 years earlier was that most day release programs only have 12 sessions per term. I could have done that just using holiday (aka vacation) time from work by taking 24 days of holiday. Instead I waited until I got a job that let me do day release. I would have been better off getting it in my 30s rather than my 50s but better late than never.
That’s a really good point! Makes you realize there are more ways to fit study around work than it seems at first. But yeah, better late than never-props to you for going for it! And thanks for the good luck!
Jolly good, I hope you do well, I am sure you will.
Thank you 🙏
Very good! I am in a forced period of change in that I have worked for a company for years but they decided to completely change direction a few months ago. So it was a layoff with an alternative job offer. They offered me a job where I had almost no relevant experience and education. Though there was a substantial pay increase. So I am taking free online courses to get the basics of this new field as quickly as possible. Atleast I have time while on the clock to complete the e-learning materials so I am getting paid to learn. Still crazy going from someone experienced to a fish out of water so to speak. Atleast with it being a company I have been in for years it does help with the learning process a bit 😅
That’s a wild shift, but honestly, getting paid to learn is a pretty good deal. Definitely not easy going from experienced to starting fresh, but sounds like you’re making the best of it. At least you’ve got some familiarity with the company-that’s gotta help. Hope it all works out for you!
I’d love to go back to Uni. I didn’t go til I was 40, qualified as an English secondary school teacher now 20 years on want to do something different to challenge myself, even if it’s just for me. Close to retirement age; it’s never too late. 🙌 📜
So many school teachers are leaving the profession, often caused by excessive workloads and the lack of discipline in the classroom. The recent stabbing in a ROMAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL in Sheffield will no doubt send shivers through the whole school teaching profession. You' re right, Julie, it's never too late to keep on learning. Good luck !
@@joesoy9185 I don’t want to turn this into a teacher’s forum lol! But you’re right. Mass exodus. Teachers are gaslighted, bullied, undermined, belittled… they push more and more work and responsibilities onto teaching staff unfairly and which is not only unacceptable but also unattainable, thus making it look like that teacher is incapable. Next step is a support plan but they’re a joke because there’s no support; it’s just the chance to kick you further down the road until you can’t take any more. We all remember the awfully sad situation of head Ruth Perry. Yep… OFSTED also has a lot to answer to. The whole education system is pants. I could write a dissertation on the subject, but I’ll leave it there!
That’s amazing! Proof that it’s never too late to learn something new. If it challenges you and keeps you inspired, why not go for it? Wishing you the best on whatever you choose next! 🙌📚
I worked full time and went to college full time. I had no time to make friends or do a year abroad or get internships.
No employer ever asked to see proof.
Yeah, that’s the tough part-no time for the “full uni experience.” But at the end of the day, if you got the knowledge and skills, that’s what really matters. And yeah, funny how employers rarely ask for proof! 😅
Part time degrees is best, especially if your company is willing to cover costs as an investment in you. My company offers it, but the course is only offered by certain Universities in other countries unfortunately.
Part time sounds good yh, a bit less intensive and won’t disrupt your life as much. And yh 100% the only reason I’m doing this is that it’s fully funded by the company, otherwise no way I would be going back to university and taking out a loan again
@@VladWorks Mhm, I think these days apprenticeships are the way to go. Get invaluable experience, and a level 3 qualification. Meanwhile developing connections too in your desired industry. Then the company might invest more in you. I have colleagues who even had their PHDs paid for by my company. This is the ideal, career development scenario, way you get best of both worlds. So you can apply your research to industry standards.
What I have found is that a degree will not get you a job unless you are in the top 10% of your class. If you are swimming in the bottom 90%, you must have connections.
It depends on the degree. In Game Development I had the top marks in my class (95-100%), but got no game dev interviews because of lack of demand. If it was something like construction, in my area, I'd get a job passing with 60%.
Yeah, a degree alone isn’t a golden ticket. Being in the top 10% helps, but honestly, connections and experience matter just as much-sometimes even more. That’s why stuff like apprenticeships or working alongside studying can give a big edge.
Think it's about causal effect we can draw from life 🧬 our minds working differently. These issues you mentioned... It can sum as, we don't write ✍️ lots of issue, after the time we know what's whats and when and how. All we do when properly matured we do simpler yet more to the point.
Yeah, exactly! With time and experience, we cut through the noise and get straight to the point. Less fluff, more substance. Maturity really changes how we approach things.
I have a batchelors in English Literature and a Masters in Comparative Literature. I wished i took an apprenticeship in something more practical. Ended up teaching English in Hong Kong, then working for a publishing company there. Now I am a researcher in central government. still I'd rather be a gardener, carpenter, or artist
Central government sounds badass 😎 but I love your preferred occupations though. Same id love to have been a carpenter or a joiner. Can do everything in the house then
@@VladWorks hahah i do feel badass at times when I tell people I am working for the Ministry of Defence, or Foreign Office...being a contractor keeps it interesting as I change departments all the time. I feel accomplished that I got out of retail job that I was stuck in for 7 years, then decided to be a temp hourly worker and signed up with an agency as I was a copywriter at the time. I felt so free not being a permanent worker and just a temp. It was a breath of fresh air so that allowed me to work for local authorities. one thing just led to another. you seem to be really enjoying your life
how did you get into a government job from teaching English?
@@kratos.8151 I was a copywriter as well as an English teacher. so when I came back to the UK I got temporary work as a content writer, from there I got a permanent job as a product copywriter for John Lewis head office. When I left JL, I did hourly temp jobs and ended up writing content for local authority websites. I saw a fixed term contract in a central government department and applied for that. After that i just kept applying to central government contract work. I just slowly kept moving towards my goal
I'm at college as a 30 years old too! Would like to requlify into trades. I hold abroad level 4 qualification (graphic design) which I could have used to entry university but I took an advice from family and I'm going for trades instead of degree. :)
I think they gave you very sound advice. Customers all over for trades. Which one specifically?
@@VladWorks Painting and decorating. It's something close to what I studied and what I like to do even though it's on paper or painting minis at the moment.
Good luck and God bless.
Appreciate that! Thank you! 🙏😊
American. I didn't get out of the US Army until twenty; before college on the Vietnam GI Bill, and writing papers for rich kids and scrambling a series of odd jobs. Pursue your dreams, come what may brother. Luck with all.
Respect, man. Sounds like you’ve had quite a journey. Appreciate the words-gotta keep pushing forward no matter what. Wishing you the best too, brother! 💪
Wow I needed this, i plan to get a master in my 30s thx
Nice, go for it! 🤙
loving the videos. I'm sure I saw a comment from soviet march and harry potter composer James Hannigan a few days ago. you did a music or sound degree?
Appreciate it! Yeah, that video blew up, and I definitely missed a bunch of comments too. If James Hannigan really commented, that’s wild! I didn’t do a music degree, but I did study sound at one point. Wish I’d seen that comment before it disappeared!
I don't know you, but I'm just happy for you
That’s really kind of you-appreciate it! 🙌😊
Did you quit your warehouse job? I wouldn't know how to juggle uni apprenticeship and a warehouse job.
No, this is alongside it, I applied for this apprenticeship at the warehouse after working there for some time. Study(funded by work) +work full time.
Well done sounds really positive. How many years will you have to do it part time for?
Thank, hope so haha. It's actually full time intensive, 2.5 years. I've got 6 months left
I'm 40 now, finishing my PhD.
how could the older people with more life experience get better grades? i couldn't imagine any sort of advantage they would have over a brand new student entering for the first time. you guys must be way smarter and just work harder.
It’s not really about being smarter, just a different mindset. Older students tend to be more focused, motivated, and better at managing time. Plus, we’ve had real-world experience-so writing assignments, structuring arguments, and understanding how things actually work in practice comes more naturally. No partying till 3 AM helps too. 😆
In other words... When we older its usually bring us closer to truth. Mentally we work differently. We have diffrent systems of oprrations.
You are young, many people at my work (NHS) studying at age 40 years plus and it's normal.
Yeah, lifelong learning is definitely becoming the norm. Age doesn’t really matter when it comes to education-just gotta keep growing. Respect to those studying while working in the NHS!
Also, there are only young student people in universities. This wraps their view of reality; they don't meet a lot of people with children, who work, who struggle in the life because they bear lots of responsabilities ...
I'm 36 and I've been back in school part time slowly doing certs and in an online post bacc for the past 6 years. I got to learn Korean, CS, GIS and Cloud computing while working part time as a nurse at a hospital. Paying out of pocket for grad school since my work doesn't pay for non healthcare related degrees. It's been long and strenuous, but I needed to set up myself for success financially for the long term while paying off school debt and my car and making investments in stocks, 401k and crypto.
That’s some serious dedication! Balancing work, study, and financial planning all at once isn’t easy, but sounds like you’ve set yourself up for a solid future. Respect for taking the long-term approach-gonna pay off big time. Keep pushing! 💪
I as working while going to school; I thought it was weird or hard
if you can manage time it's not too hard but it still felt weird to me
when I went to grad school was different than when I was going for undergrad
Yeah, totally get that. Balancing work and study feels weird at first, but if you manage your time right, it’s doable. Grad school definitely has a different vibe compared to undergrad-more focused, but also more intense in its own way.
What country are you originally from? You are not a UK native.
Russian
Wow you have family
Are you 30 or are you somewhere in your 30s like 35 or 36? Good for you for going to college.
31 now :) Thank you !
Is it your birthday in 2 weeks?
nope lol, where did that thought come from haha
@@VladWorks Just a guess. Lol
2022+ 0 - 30 is a kid
This guy seems older than 30, maybe it is because of the wisdom has gained in life.
But he smiles quite a lot, that happens more when people are young and naive. He has it all! :)
Haha, I’ll take that as a compliment! Life experience does add a few extra years to how you come across, I guess. 😆
@@VladWorks I'm from the USA, but I connect to your videos about finding meaning in life even though you aren't working in the industry you would like. I am 30 years old also and am trying to get a Bachelor's degree for the first time in Computer Science, although I am unsure if I will actually get a role in the field. It goes to show that no matter where you are from the issues you face are those that others around the world are facing. Even if I don't get a position in a company doing programming, data science, or IT I won't regret my decision just like you. It is because i have been interested in computer science for years but have been too afraid to pursue a degree. Yet the more the years go on the more I regret not getting a degree and here I am taking online courses to pursue my degree. What I am trying to say is don't stop making your videos, because they have value to them and others can relate to what you are saying. That is what is wonderful about UA-cam, people from different walks of life and different parts of the world can realize they are not alone in their trials and tribulations. Keep up the videos, you may be just an everyday man but that is why you had a viral video that clicked with so many people. I am realizing in life it is better to try and potentially fail, than to fail simply by not trying. I believe employers will see that someone who had the tenacity and perseverance to pursue a degree will make a great worker. Someone is only truly a failure if they don't try their hardest and don't retain their integrity. Anyone who read this long-winded comment I thank you and hope you will find the success and peace of mind you have been seeking!
I have a feeling (please correct me if I’m wrong) that not many warehouse companies offer such apprenticeships. Probably just the one you work at, because it’s not actually a warehouse company. I feel it’s a bit misleading to call it a warehouse company… it is something else; warehouses are just a part of the infrastructure of one of its business lines.
I imagine that your employer doesn’t offer any education in critical thinking. If it did, it would be harmful to its business. Because then you’d ask why your employer has a diversity problem in senior leadership roles. Because then you’d ask why is your employer offering you to study for free, surely they calculated that it’s of benefit to them. Perhaps it has thousands of employees on zero-hour contracts who have no rights?
I hope you don’t dismiss my comment as me trying to rain on your parade. My intention is to point out your privilege and to make you think about your fellow employees with less privilege. It’s a zero-sun game - because you’re winning, someone else is losing (within your company anyway).
they have a staff turnover problem likely + also some of the cost of the apprenticeship cost is likely funded by the government.
His name is Vlad as for diversity, but to make him do business management as a team leader in a warehouse... content covered in such a degree is way more advanced...
Fair points, and I get where you’re coming from. You’re right that not many warehouse companies offer apprenticeships like this, and yeah, the company I work for isn’t just a warehouse company-it’s much bigger than that. Probably why they can offer these kinds of programs.
From what I’ve seen, my cohort of apprentices is actually very diverse, and senior leadership at several sites across the country reflects that too. Of course, every company probably has room for improvement, and it’s fair that big corporations get scrutinized-they have more responsibility and impact.
As for the critical thinking part, I think it’s less about companies actively avoiding it and more about them shaping education to benefit their needs. They wouldn’t fund something that doesn’t serve them in some way-that’s just business. But does that mean it’s a bad deal for employees? Not necessarily-if someone can get a degree, upskill, and move into better roles (inside or outside the company), I’d say that’s still a win.
I appreciate the discussion, though-it’s always good to question these things.
ChatGPT bois
I remeber this guy had a degree but works in a warehouse, why would you go back to school do it all over again...
It's a step into management.
Good point, he talks a lot, with some manipulativ... I mean persuasion and negotiation skills you can do well in middle management @@joesoy9185
Why wouldn’t he? He wants to better himself and from the kids I teach it here in the UK it honestly worries me that there won’t be that resilience or motivation to do anything in life. I can see maybe 5% getting on, but the rest I fear will just struggle. 😢
It is not a traditional education, did u not even listen to? It is a paid job + free education.
Yeah, that’s me! The first degree didn’t really lead anywhere 'useful' in the traditional sense, so this time I’m doing something more practical-plus, it’s fully funded, so no debt. Might as well make the most of the opportunity!
how can you get to 30 without knowing your profession / trade inside out? seems like a waste of 10 years
Not everyone figures it out right away. Some people change careers, some get stuck in jobs that don’t go anywhere, and some just don’t have the right opportunities early on. It’s not a waste if you’re learning and improving-better to pivot at 30 than stay stuck for another 10 years.
Business Management degrees were dropping in value FAST before 'muhh AI' ... now they are exponentially decreasing in value. But hey, you said you love ChatGPT and you'll have PLENTY of time to enjoy it when you are made redundant ...
you can definitely see it's impact in the society - people who studied it can screw your screw way tighter... your pay will be lower and you will work harder for it
Yeah, I get that business degrees aren’t what they used to be, but this one's different since it’s tied directly to my job and industry. Plus, AI is a tool, not a replacement (at least not yet). The key is learning how to use it to stay ahead, not get left behind. Adapt or be replaced, right?
Pro Ai? It’s replacing the workforce 😂
AI is definitely changing the workforce, but it’s more about shifting roles than outright replacing everyone (at least for now). The key is learning how to work with AI, not against it-otherwise, yeah, you get left behind.