I’m currently an English teacher with a First class English Lit degree from the OU. The uni did not hinder me in the slightest getting onto teacher training etc but I’m well aware we are in dire need of teachers! I want to retrain as an Educational Psychologist and have found a Psychology Conversion offered with the OU. I originally had a place at Anglia Ruskin for the same course but have recently discovered I’m pregnant and due in October.
option one - hectically complete the Anglia Ruskin Msc in one year, having to attend uni two mornings a week (hour commute)
option two - complete the two year OU Msc
I would rather go with the OU as I know the university and it will fit better around a newborn. However I know that getting onto Ed Psych training is very competitive. Long story short - I am worried another OU qualification will not look as impressive and may hinder my application. Will it? Any thoughts/opinions greatly appreciated!