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Friday, June 16, 2023

Friday, 16 June 2023 - Meeting with Education Counselor @ Taylor's University

Embarking on a new educational journey is always an exciting and critical decision, especially when it involves pursuing a professional course like architecture. Today, I accompanied Sherilyn to Taylor's University, where we met with an education counselor to gather insights about the architecture course offered there. This visit proved to be an eye-opening experience, shedding light on the long and challenging road that lies ahead for Sherilyn to fulfill her dream of becoming a registered architect. 

Our meeting with the education counselor at Taylor's University was insightful and comprehensive. We were given detailed information about the architecture program, including the duration of each phase of study – the Foundation, Bachelor's, and Master's courses. It was evident that this course demands a considerable investment of time, effort, and money. The counselor also provided us with an overview of the costs involved, emphasizing the significance of planning for the financial aspects of higher education.


At Taylor's University today.  

Following our visit to the university, I reached out to a friend of mine who is a registered architect to gain further perspective on the architectural profession. My friend candidly shared that an architecture course is widely regarded as one of the most demanding academic pursuits, second only to medicine. She highlighted the rigorous and meticulous nature of the course, involving numerous requirements and examinations before one can become a registered architect. This conversation reinforced the idea that Sherilyn's path would not be easy, but it also served to underline the immense value and satisfaction that comes with achieving this professional milestone.

Recognizing the importance of gathering insights from those already established in the field, I arranged for Sherilyn to meet my architect friend for a face-to-face discussion next week.  This meeting will allow her to gain valuable advice, firsthand experiences, and a realistic understanding of the challenges and rewards that lie ahead. I firmly believe that hearing from someone who has walked the path Sherilyn aspires to tread will greatly assist her in making an informed decision about her future.


2 comments:

sarah said...

If Sherilyn is interested in Architecture.. I say, go for it! I always believe kids should study what they are interested in. That's half the battle won already. Indeed it's not an easy course. My bro did architecture as well. There were days when he camped out at the studio in his faculty working on models and projects. All the very best to Sherilyn!

Health Freak Mommy said...

Hi Sarah
Yes, camping out at the campus to complete projects and assignments is common for archi students. I have friends with children who are studying archi and they often post on social media about their children's coursework and lament about them working for long hours on campus. Sherilyn has a friend who's studying archi at Taylor's and she's aware that this is not an easy course. Thanks for the good wishes :)