Have anyone left a job to go on a course /study in their late 40s?

[Enko]

If so what made you take the jump?

Did it turn out ok?

Did you find it hard?

Any pitfalls to consider?

Not happy at work and dh has suggested I leave and go do something I would like. I have found a course that looks really interesting so seriously considering this now.

I haven't but I wish I had the courage to do so.
Go for it op

Do the course.

I left work aged 51 years to do a Masters in a related field. I now work in a specialist area and love what I do (I was very disallusioned in my previous role).

I found going back to university challenging, but rewarding. Apart from having no money for a year, I can’t think of any pitfalls.

Thank you both.

I am looking at a course that has nothing to do with what I do right now.

However both your posts have given me a bit of a boost and I have put out a initial enquirer about it.

Would love to hear other peoples experiences though.

I did in my late 30's and it was the best thing I ever did. There were lots of people n my course in their 40's and a few in their 50's all have gone on to get jobs in the field we trained in.

I really miss some aspects of uni, it was hard work but manageable.

I’m 41 and have just started a degree at university!
It’s been something I’ve wanted to do for ages and I just thought it’s now or never!
I knew I would regret not doing it and I didn’t want to look back in 10 years time and kick myself for not doing it.
It is hard, a big adjustment, but I’m enjoying the challenge so far.
Good luck whatever you decide op