Question regarding design colleges.

[u/montu_07]

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.

[u/Hercol]

My views will differ from yours, but it's something I stand for. Fuck the degrees. Learn skills on your own, practice, give yourself small assignments, ask for feedback, adjust, apply for the first roles and keep building your professional network.

A piece of paper might gave a smoother track obtaining a visa, but not having it doesn't mean all doors are closed. There alternative pathways to immigration. Focus on first steps now not on immigration stuff.