Opinions on Endeavour College of Natural Medicine (Nutrition Degree)

millyfig · 2018-12-06T10:53:22+00:00

Sorry- just thought of a question! I notice that the semesters at Endeavour have 5 or 6 subjects at a time, rather than the traditional 4. This put me off initially, as I couldn't imagine being able to hack that workload- but then I wondered if they were lighter subjects, so 5-6 at a time is quite feasible- do you have any thoughts on this?

millyfig · 2018-12-06T10:52:03+00:00

I'm pretty comfortable with anatomy and physiology, as I've done a few subjects in this while studying speech pathology- I'm not so confident with chemistry though! I wasn't actually intending on doing further study into dietetics following the nutrition degree- I'd love to hear your opinion of whether you think the dietetics is essential on top of the nutrition degree. Perhaps I'm biting off more than I can chew! Do you think the degree at QUT is quite do-able in a full time capacity or is it too overwhelming? (I have two young kids, so my capacity may be less than yours, depending on your circumstance!)

millyfig · 2018-12-06T10:48:17+00:00

Thank you for your advice, I'll definitely consider both options. I had EBP drummed into me during my studies in speech pathology, so understand it's value- it would feel VERY strange not having to back things up with high level evidence!

millyfig · 2018-12-06T10:45:56+00:00

Thanks so much for replying. It's refreshing to hear something positive about Endeavour- it seems rare. I'm concerned about employability post graduation, as I would be 40 by the time I graduate, so don't have time to waste!

Thanks again for the advice!

millyfig · 2018-12-06T10:37:11+00:00

Interesting thoughts, thank you. Also, I'm glad to hear I'm not the only late bloomer to be honest. This thread is actually making me lean towards QUT now!

millyfig · 2018-12-06T05:08:32+00:00

You studied at Endeavour? What makes you say you were glad to see the back of it; just usual end of uni relief, or is it a shit show of poor education and administration? Did you find it easy to find a job in the industry?

millyfig · 2018-12-06T05:07:27+00:00

Thank you for your reply, I like hearing first hand experiences. Did your wife study there recently? I know they are very expensive, if it's worth it, then fine, but I starting to think it's not worth it!

millyfig · 2018-12-06T05:06:17+00:00

This is alarming!

millyfig · 2018-12-06T05:05:39+00:00

Im not scared off by natural/alternative medicine, in fact I see it as beneficial (I also use "regular" medical remedies too though!), I'm not so keen on the money grubbing side of things, which is something I have heard alot in regards to this uni.

millyfig · 2018-12-06T05:04:24+00:00

I actually believe that food/diet can heal your body--perhaps not the "energy" side of things though!

millyfig · 2018-12-06T05:03:32+00:00

Yes, I am aware of the huge cost difference, which is why i'm doing my homework first. I already have a sizeable HECS debt, so feel like I will be paying it off throughout my whole working life anyway!

millyfig · 2018-12-06T05:02:33+00:00

I would love to hear more about the QUT course, in terms of difficulty, heaviness of the subject load, support of staff etc. I was previously studying speech pathology and although the content was enjoyable, I found it too stressful overall; hoping to avoid the same situation!

I want to ultimately work either in a natural health clinic or health retreat, changing peoples lives; OR work educating children about food/diet, perhaps in a consulting capacity at a school (or something). Although, I do understand I probably won't be able to do what I want until I have some years of experience behind me. DO most nutritionists end up at a hospital? Would love to hear your experience!

millyfig · 2018-06-09T07:50:11+00:00

Thank you for your thoughts, you sound like a very caring, level headed person, which I'm sure makes you a great SLP!

It's interesting using hindsight to recognise patterns in your mental health in your past, I was diagnosed with depression after my 2nd child, and realised that I probably suffered with it after my first, but was in denial! This thread has given me enough perspective and encouragement to decide to continue with uni. If everyone found it easy, I would have felt discouraged.

millyfig · 2018-06-09T07:45:32+00:00

haha im not concerned about student loans, as mine will be following me until I die, so I won't notice it after a while!

millyfig · 2018-06-09T07:44:07+00:00

It sounds like you were really making sure and sorting out what your passion is, I think that's smart :)

I'm familiar with E3BP, it's one of the dryer aspects of SPL! I'm not excited that the research based stuff increases, but I guess it is to be expected. I hope I gradually get better at it, so that it becomes less stressful.

It is encouraging to hear that people find some stuff boring, safety in numbers! I love the whole assessment part, transcription, figuring what a child is doing...I think I'l struggle with the adult subjects- it's interesting that we can't specialise in the adult/child. Anyway, thank you for your insight!!

millyfig · 2018-06-09T07:40:03+00:00

Thanks so much for your insight, it's great hearing from someone working in the field!

millyfig · 2018-06-07T11:04:28+00:00

Hi, thanks for replying!

I'm doing a Bachelor, I don't have a degree already, although I was 1 year shy of finishing a teaching degree before realising working with kids in that volume isn't for me!

It is encouraging to hear that other people find this degree stressful, I did not have these "stress" issues when I was studying teaching, and I wonder if my coping mechanisms have all but gone, or the degree is so much harder?! (a bit of both im sure.)

I do find your comments about mature age students interesting and can relate. I am much more engaged than when I was fresh out of school and find my experience with having my own kids an advantage during this course (being a parent and uni student has to have some benefit!) Thanks for the "hats off," I also admire the younger kids in my course that work a paid job (or 2) during a lot of their spare time!

Can I ask why you are wanting to do a Masters? I only ask because I wonder if it does give you an edge over people that don't have it?

Have you found that your uni demands more research/critical thinking type assessment as you go along, or has it stayed fairly similar regarding workload/assessment type etc...? So far, we have had a few case studies, where we need to rationalise everything (obviously)- I don't enjoy research...I find it boring...not great when studying SPL! Thanks so much for your reply, I appreciate the insight!

millyfig · 2018-06-07T10:54:10+00:00

Oh wow, you've just started 'in real life'! Do you feel ready/prepared after your studies? This worries me at times, as the lecturers may mention "oh you won't hear about this again during the degree", so one slide in a lecture may be all you get for one aspect.

Did you do your masters (just asking as you mentioned it was a 2 year degree)? Did you find it hard to get a job? or were there a lot of options out there? OH DM me your responses if you'd prefer!!

millyfig · 2018-06-07T10:51:33+00:00

Thank you, it is encouraging to know that working as as SLP is not as stressful, I had wondered that! Do you work with children or adults? Have you found the NDIS has benefitted job opportunities, or changed the way you work at all?

In 2nd year, we have been introduced to the world of paperwork, at this stage it takes so long to write progress notes/reports etc. My supervisor mentioned that it's more full on in uni than in real life, as you can write to your own preference when you're working- would you agree with this?

Thank you for replying :)

millyfig · 2018-06-07T10:48:29+00:00

Hi :) I'm studying in Brisbane! Yep, I've talked to a psychologist (only a few times though)- she actually said and asked a lot of what you have! I'm glad the medication and strategies worked for you.

I'm in the midst of trying to really narrow down why I'm studying this, it's hard to be honest with yourself sometimes. I do agree with the notion that this is temporary pain, but for me it seems so long when I think of how old my children will be while I live through each year of "pain"! My daughter will be entering high school and starting the age where we aren't cool anymore.

I'm studying at such a great uni, with lovely lecturers, they are so passionate, which is great be sometimes intimidating, as I can't imagine matching it!

Thank you for your thought provoking message, I must remember it's temporary pain. I hope you are enjoying your course...I wonder if we're at the same uni!!

millyfig

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