Have I made a horrible mistake?

LegacyUser

I repeated the leaving cert last year to get medicine as it was the thing I thought I wanted the most in the world.
I got it and am now in Galway since Monday.
I'm so upset though, I couldn't stop crying this evening.
I can't imagine spending the next 5 years like this. I'm even thinking of dropping out.
I'm so alone here and I'm hours from home.
But If I give up now I'll have wasted so much in repeating and will have to wait another year to go to college.

Fad

Mistake? wrote: »

I repeated the leaving cert last year to get medicine as it was the thing I thought I wanted the most in the world.
I got it and am now in Galway since Monday.
I'm so upset though, I couldn't stop crying this evening.
I can't imagine spending the next 5 years like this. I'm even thinking of dropping out.
I'm so alone here and I'm hours from home.
But If I give up now I'll have wasted so much in repeating and will have to wait another year to go to college.

Hold tight for a couple of weeks, you'll more than likely settle in by then, id say youre a bit upset because its such a major change in your life.

Miss Fluff

You've only been there since Monday and it's now Wednesday. Some people take time to adapt to change, two days isn't giving it a sufficient chance. You will settle in, make new friends and enjoy the course but you have to give your new life the chance it deserves. You will be fine!

Well, what exactly is wrong? You've only given it 2 or 3 days. Nobody settles in that quickly, so it's normal to feel homesick and apprehensive in the first few weeks. If you really hate it after a couple of months, maybe it isn't for you, but deciding that after 2-3 days makes you come across as a bit of a quitter. If you give up that easily, how do you know you won't do the same in your next college? Believe me, I've seen it happen so many times.

daauneal

its only been a few days, give it some time and you'll make loads of friends soon enough. galway's loads of fun and a great place to meet new people. one of the friendliest places in ireland id say.


(im from dublin by the way)

tman

Aye, give it a few weeks before considering giving up. Once you make some friends and get stuck into the course, you'll soon forget all about these feelings

brianthebard

Its not an exaggeration to say that almost half the first years will be feeling the same way. What exactly is the problem? If its the course, talk to a lecturer, you might be able to transfer, or do the first year and then move to a different subject. If its the strangeness of being at uni, well that takes a little while to get used to. If you haven't made friends yet give it a few weeks, join some societies next week and go to the meetings, see how you get on. It can be really hard to start with but it is worth it in the end if you like what you are studying.

LegacyUser

The whole thing has nothing to do with friends.
I'm just really questioning if I'm cut out for medicine.
I don't know why I'm getting upset, I nearly started crying at lunch time today.
I really don't know what to do.

I've heard all these horror stories about medicine and how they only study and do nothing else. It's really sole destroying.

I haven't slept in nights either with the worry.

Alicat

Mistake? wrote: »

The whole thing has nothing to do with friends.
I'm just really questioning if I'm cut out for medicine.
I don't know why I'm getting upset, I nearly started crying at lunch time today.
I really don't know what to do.

I've heard all these horror stories about medicine and how they only study and do nothing else. It's really sole destroying.

I haven't slept in nights either with the worry.

Well as I've never done medicine I can't tell you what's true or not. The only advice I can give is to stop listening to other people's opinion about the course. You'll only know if you're "cut out for it" if you try. So keep your chin up and give it your best shot

daauneal

Mistake? wrote: »

The whole thing has nothing to do with friends.
I'm just really questioning if I'm cut out for medicine.
I don't know why I'm getting upset, I nearly started crying at lunch time today.
I really don't know what to do.

I've heard all these horror stories about medicine and how they only study and do nothing else. It's really sole destroying.

I haven't slept in nights either with the worry.

Ive lived with some med students before , and yes they do study ALOT , but trust me they have just as much fun as everyone else as well. getting drunk is a BIG part of med school, or at least it was for the two girls I lived with. Work hard , Play hard.

you should go on the nui galway section of boards, or the trinity section and ask some of the med students on there what its like for them , I just had a look on there and they seem to be really helpful with people and well informed.

Imallin9989

This is what i hate about the leaving cert students go for medicime because of the "status" of doing it. But all you can do is give it a a few more weeks and see. Lets be honest your still young if you repeated lets just say your 20 now if you decide you dont like it and give up with your points you can do what you want, not a major issue! dont worry.:pac::D

brianthebard

Mistake? wrote: »

The whole thing has nothing to do with friends.
I'm just really questioning if I'm cut out for medicine.
I don't know why I'm getting upset, I nearly started crying at lunch time today.
I really don't know what to do.

I've heard all these horror stories about medicine and how they only study and do nothing else. It's really sole destroying.

I haven't slept in nights either with the worry.

Well if it wasn't a challenge you wouldn't learn anything. An awful lot of people feel swamped with the change of pace when they get to uni. Don't give up on the first week, give it a go for a while, and like I said there's a good chance you can transfer either now or at the end of the year. Maybe that wouldn't be ideal but its better than dropping out imo.

Jesus Loves You

Mistake? wrote: »

I repeated the leaving cert last year to get medicine as it was the thing I thought I wanted the most in the world.

Take some time out to think. Take some selfish time. Sometimes you have to wonder were the pressure comes from?

Pythia

It's totally normal to question a big decision you have made. It's going to be a big change. But you really do have to give it more time. Maybe invite a friend from home to stay on your couch some night and have a night out? Might relax you somewhat

So many people are nervous going to college, you're not alone. You're obviously clever so you'll be fine as long as you attend, etc. You're gonna have a great time in college, be challenged, make good friends and eventually become a doctor. Just keep an open mind and please don't worry!

zuroph

Mistake? wrote: »

The whole thing has nothing to do with friends.
I'm just really questioning if I'm cut out for medicine.
I don't know why I'm getting upset, I nearly started crying at lunch time today.
I really don't know what to do.

I've heard all these horror stories about medicine and how they only study and do nothing else. It's really sole destroying.

I haven't slept in nights either with the worry.

ur stressing urself out by concentrating on the worst case scenarios. I've a few friend just finished medicine in galway, and believe me, they went out plenty, and made good use of their free time. All courses start with a bit of a bang, and there seems to be lots of hard work. I think what happens is the course heads make a push to get a good start, because their worried about falling behind in what they have to cover. give it a few weeks and ul notice things will slow down, ul get used to managing ur time better, and settle into the rhythm of it.

dont panic, its going to be a major shock to the system for the start, but thinking "is this course for me?" this soon is jumping to conclusions. If you;re smart enough to get into medicine, you'l know u can weather this out for a short while, to get a good idea of it.

Amazotheamazing

Hey OP, I was the only one from my school and area to move to Galway for college and the first few weeks were tough, there's no point denying it. However, you make friends really quickly in first year and pretty soon you'll be having a great time. Give the course a while, you can always review your options later. Go out there and join a few socs and clubs, don't stress about exams yet, loads of time for messing yet.

sportswear

im doing medicine in UCD. im in my final year now and its a great laugh.

you just need to get the hang of it. and you will. don't get worked up about exams and stuff . its not necessary. enjoy your first few years in particular don't waste your time studying. make friends and go out!

TheMelodyOfRain

At least stick it out until you attempt some exams. Give them your all, and if your sentiments remain, at least you've tried.

I've been in your situation before and I can certainly empathise.

Karen_*

Mistake? wrote: »

The whole thing has nothing to do with friends.
I'm just really questioning if I'm cut out for medicine.
I don't know why I'm getting upset, I nearly started crying at lunch time today.
I really don't know what to do.

I've heard all these horror stories about medicine and how they only study and do nothing else. It's really sole destroying.

I haven't slept in nights either with the worry.

Please give it a chance. Its a big change and changes aren't easy at the best of times. Its totally normal to be worrying and upset especially when you've moved so far from home. You can't decide in two days that you're not cut out for this. And don't listen to horror stories. Make your own experiences. You've a great life ahead of you and loads going for you. You should be really proud of yourself.

I know its not easy but hang in there. I bet in a few months time you'll come back to tell us you're really happy and loving college.:)

themacdaddy

give it a few weeks...everyone feels like that in a new place...chin up! if you still hate it then talk it out with your family

cafecolour

It's huge amount of work and stress for everyone. It drives the smartest people to tears. Stick it out for a while longer until you adjust to it being your entire life for the next 5 years, and see how you are faring.

mojawoja

From what I've heard about med, it's "Work Hard, Play Hard". You'll look back at these few weeks and wonder what the jaysus you were so worried about. And remember, I'd say most people in your position the world over for the last 100 years have thought the same, but maybe not cried about it, ye big wimp ye!