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06-Dec-2014 07:45:54
Hello Runescapers!
Whilst I'm not exactly new to RS altogether (was addicted as a young teen in the earlier 2000s), I am new to this "RS3" if that's what it's called - better graphics, more features etc. At first I was reluctant to rejoin because I missed the familiarity of what is now Old School Runescape, but I actually prefer RS3 now. It really is a fantastic game as a whole, that cannot be denied. I just felt like I should introduce myself before I butt in with a question. P.S. Please excuse my bad display avatar picture.
So! Without further ado, here's the question: what should I study at uni? I'm really, really, really stuck on this. I've given it more than enough thought but I just still don't know. I've applied to study Zoology but I don't necessarily want a career relating to it. I'm not even sure which career I want. I have had quite a strong interest in games since being introduced to Pokemon on the Game Boy Advance SP (Fire Red was the best), The Sims for PC and PS2 (Crash Bandicoot, Ratchet & Clank, Gallop Racer 2, GTA etc). So this makes me feel that maybe I would enjoy a career in gaming. I'm not an outgoing person at all, but I think I am easy to get along with if that makes sense. I don't like parties and big crowds, but as an introvert I adore deep conversations relating to topics of mutual interest. But I'm scared that I'll find it boring, and I don't really know exactly what each possible career in gaming involves.
Could anyone here provide a really quick (one/two sentence long worth) explanation for some gaming careers? Or maybe someone here has/is studying a game-related degree? I've considered game design and development but one thing I'm petrified of is presentations and I'm guessing that would come into play with these roles.
The reason I'm not sure about Zoology is because I tried a Foundation Degree in an animal-related subject but found it boring. However, I did enjoy my Level 3 BTEC in animal-related subjects. I'm so confused!
Whilst I'm not exactly new to RS altogether (was addicted as a young teen in the earlier 2000s), I am new to this "RS3" if that's what it's called - better graphics, more features etc. At first I was reluctant to rejoin because I missed the familiarity of what is now Old School Runescape, but I actually prefer RS3 now. It really is a fantastic game as a whole, that cannot be denied. I just felt like I should introduce myself before I butt in with a question. P.S. Please excuse my bad display avatar picture.
So! Without further ado, here's the question: what should I study at uni? I'm really, really, really stuck on this. I've given it more than enough thought but I just still don't know. I've applied to study Zoology but I don't necessarily want a career relating to it. I'm not even sure which career I want. I have had quite a strong interest in games since being introduced to Pokemon on the Game Boy Advance SP (Fire Red was the best), The Sims for PC and PS2 (Crash Bandicoot, Ratchet & Clank, Gallop Racer 2, GTA etc). So this makes me feel that maybe I would enjoy a career in gaming. I'm not an outgoing person at all, but I think I am easy to get along with if that makes sense. I don't like parties and big crowds, but as an introvert I adore deep conversations relating to topics of mutual interest. But I'm scared that I'll find it boring, and I don't really know exactly what each possible career in gaming involves.
Could anyone here provide a really quick (one/two sentence long worth) explanation for some gaming careers? Or maybe someone here has/is studying a game-related degree? I've considered game design and development but one thing I'm petrified of is presentations and I'm guessing that would come into play with these roles.
The reason I'm not sure about Zoology is because I tried a Foundation Degree in an animal-related subject but found it boring. However, I did enjoy my Level 3 BTEC in animal-related subjects. I'm so confused!
06-Dec-2014 19:34:56
Wilf
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Have you looked at apprenticeships in those areas? I'd recommend looking in to them from both sections.
I was on the look-out throughout May/June/July and some of August, but in all honesty I just rely on email alerts rather than spending time actively looking now that I have a full-time job. I did stumble across an internship opportunity from Jagex as an Old School Runescape Junior QA Tester, but of course you have to be studying something of relevance and actually feel certain that the role is a career you're striving towards (which is fair enough). If I don't get accepted into this Zoology degree, apprenticeships are definitely a great idea for something to actively search for. Thanks for the advice!
Have you looked at apprenticeships in those areas? I'd recommend looking in to them from both sections.
I was on the look-out throughout May/June/July and some of August, but in all honesty I just rely on email alerts rather than spending time actively looking now that I have a full-time job. I did stumble across an internship opportunity from Jagex as an Old School Runescape Junior QA Tester, but of course you have to be studying something of relevance and actually feel certain that the role is a career you're striving towards (which is fair enough). If I don't get accepted into this Zoology degree, apprenticeships are definitely a great idea for something to actively search for. Thanks for the advice!
06-Dec-2014 20:30:43
You never know what might turn up if you look!
Browse the Countryside jobs service as they often have stuff that is applicable to zoology if I remember (UK)
My friend applied to a one year placement for a job studying turtles in the Seychelles and got it and then offered him a job
Browse the Countryside jobs service as they often have stuff that is applicable to zoology if I remember (UK)
My friend applied to a one year placement for a job studying turtles in the Seychelles and got it and then offered him a job
06-Dec-2014 20:39:10 - Last edited on 06-Dec-2014 20:49:46 by Wilf
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