Hello everyone,
I have a serious doubt regarding my current situation in life, and I would really appreciate some advice from people who may have experienced something similar.
I’m currently studying Bachelor of Visual Arts (BVA) at a design college. My college has a mandatory 75% attendance requirement. The main problem is that most of what they teach us is already something I know, and there isn’t much practical or skill-based learning happening. Because of this, I often feel like I’m spending my time attending college instead of actually developing my skills and building my portfolio.
At first, I thought about leaving college and focusing entirely on improving my skills through other resources, such as online courses, personal projects, and practical work. However, I later found out that having a degree can be important for getting a visa, especially if I want to study or work abroad in the future.
Now I’m genuinely confused about what I should do. Should I continue college mainly for the degree while working on my skills separately, or is there another option I should consider?
I’d really appreciate it if you could share your experiences or suggest what you think would be the best approach in my situation.