My son hates his degree pathway (biosciences). As a result, he's struggled with motivation in 3rd year. I wish he had said earlier, but now he wants to do a completely different degree at a different institute—no problem with this. He understands he'll have to start from the very beginning and fund the entire 4 years himself, as he's had 3 years of SAAS funding (Scottish). My question is, does anyone know what his options might be if:
- He fails his 3rd year (he's 100% not continuing) - can he still get a DipHE?
- He passes 3rd year; can he get funding in the 4th year of a totally different subject?
He's trying to work out whether graduating with an Ordinary Degree is the best option, dropping out now (because he may have failed his exams thus far and likely would repeat the year if he was to stay on anyway) or continuing until end of 3rd year. Dropping out now is not an option as far as I'm concerned unless it has an effect on funding for the new degree he wants to pursue. Appologies for asking on here - I've been trying SAAS all week and run out of time before I get through!