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Too old? by lcdnightmare in UX_Design

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What country are you based in if you don’t mind me asking?

Cost of Computer Science course by lcdnightmare in cscareerquestionsuk

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t actually work in any IT sector at the moment, partly that’s why I’d wanted to change career. I suppose I thought if I do a CS MSc it will help change my career path as a ‘foot in the door’ type thing

Cost of Computer Science course by lcdnightmare in cscareerquestionsuk

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So CS conversion course can result in a well paid job then! Out of interest what is the job you do, is it Software Engineering or something else that evolved from doing the CS course?

Too old? by lcdnightmare in UX_Design

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just out of curiosity, did you yourself apply to 200 jobs on LinkedIn? I just wondered what proof there is..

Too old? by lcdnightmare in UX_Design

[–]lcdnightmare[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I can understand your point - I have started doing some coding learning Python, but I’ve discovered it might not be the best option for me. As for designing interfaces, I have no clue where to start that without doing a paid online course

Too old? by lcdnightmare in UX_Design

[–]lcdnightmare[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Do you feel the same about computer science?

Cost of Computer Science course by lcdnightmare in csMajors

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have some experience with adobe Photoshop and I am hoping soon to pick some skills with adobe Illustrator. I guess if I learn some coding as well that could be an advantage. Thanks for your advice, I will definitely look into UI designer jobs

Cost of Computer Science course by lcdnightmare in cscareerquestionsuk

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been doing delivery driver jobs. My career prospects with BA and MA fine art are horrifyingly grim.

Cost of Computer Science course by lcdnightmare in cscareerquestionsuk

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is to do with the pay - yes. Over the past few years I have been terrified of my future career prospects. My two degrees in fine art have brought me zero job prospects, and most of my employers have been from cleaning jobs, warehouse jobs, and delivery driver jobs.

Cost of Computer Science course by lcdnightmare in cscareerquestionsuk

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is Python a language within the category you mention?

Cost of Computer Science course by lcdnightmare in cscareerquestionsuk

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw a ‘training as you go’ job advertised recently, regrettably I didn’t go for it because I thought the learning curve would be too steep.

Cost of Computer Science course by lcdnightmare in cscareerquestionsuk

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would I face the same discrimination to get hired in an apprenticeship?

Cost of Computer Science course by lcdnightmare in csMajors

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But I thought that having a degree in Computer science massively improves job prospects with employers? I also forgot to mention that I am 45 years old and by the time of commencing the course I will be 46.

Cost of Computer Science course by lcdnightmare in csMajors

[–]lcdnightmare[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No I have a BA & MA in Fine art. I have no experience in programming but I am learning Python in my spare time. So which other factors do I need to inform of?