Help your child choose, without choosing for them.
Ways to open a useful conversation and make room for their interests.
Read resource ↗Separate difficulty from mismatch
A difficult period doesn’t always mean a programme is wrong for you. Identify what feels hard: content, pace, living circumstances, study methods or your goals. Talking it through can help separate these issues.
Take stock of what you’ve learned
Your study methods, completed projects and skills still matter. Write down concrete examples. They can help explain your journey and discuss possible transfers with institutions. Never assume credits will transfer: verify with the institution.
Plan the transition before leaving
Check entry requirements, dates, costs and practical implications. Compare several scenarios, including changes within your current programme. Finish with a checklist of things to verify and a conversation with an adviser.