Why would we want to study more courses? Don't we already have enough with the degree? Keep reading and you will see:
Why do you study?
This is a good question that we should all ask ourselves before entering university. What do we want to achieve? What are our goals? The answers are generally found somewhere in between the two extremes: "I study out of pure vocation, because I am passionate about my degree" or "I study because I want to be on the cover of Forbes magazine". It is normal for us to enjoy what we do and, in addition, to want to aim for a good job after completing our studies. Well, no matter what we study, complementing our education with courses will be very beneficial.
Courses expand and diversify our knowledge
By expanding our education with courses, we can both delve deeper into our main discipline and explore complementary areas. This diversity not only provides us with additional information that complements the knowledge we acquire in our degree, but it also gives us a broader perspective and allows us to make unexpected connections between different fields of study. Beyond the contents of the curriculum, these courses offer a unique opportunity to expand and enrich our academic education, to delve into topics that particularly interest us, or to discover branches of knowledge that can be tremendously useful. It is important to keep in mind that there is not enough time during a degree to cover everything that is important. Rather, it serves as a foundation and teaches us how to delve deeper. That thread can be watered with courses. By addressing specific or advanced topics, we complement the knowledge acquired in our degree and we will have a broader and enriched perspective compared to our peers.
Development of transversal skills
Furthermore, if we choose a course that is not specifically related to our field of study, it will not be a problem. On the contrary, each additional course is an opportunity to improve skills that are transferable to any field. The diversity of courses that we can take throughout our degree not only expands our knowledge, but also nurtures transversal skills such as critical thinking, teamwork, problem solving, and effective communication. These skills are essential in any work environment and allow us to adapt to changing challenges. It is amazing how one discipline influences others and how our mind opens up when we begin to make inferences and connect knowledge.
Differentiation in the job market
In an increasingly competitive job market, having a unique combination of skills and knowledge can make a difference. Employers are looking for candidates with a comprehensive perspective, and additional courses can be the key to standing out among a sea of applicants. While university education focuses on a main discipline, professional life often requires additional skills. Specialized courses provide practical knowledge and specific skills, which is particularly relevant in a job market that values applicability and adaptability. Today, standing out has become essential. Having specialized courses gives us a distinctive advantage. They show potential employers that we not only meet the basic requirements, but also that we are committed to our continuous education, that we are curious, that we make an effort... This differentiation will be a key factor when competing for job opportunities. By the way, having an
eTitle that can be sent by email with all the necessary security measures to any employer in the world is also important.
Self-discovery
Exploring additional courses throughout our degree offers us the possibility to discover our true passions. Sometimes, what started as an additional course becomes the core of our vocation. This process of self-discovery will help us make educational and professional decisions with more arguments and information, reducing possible regrets.
Networking and interdisciplinary collaboration
It is important to have friends even in hell, and each additional course is an opportunity to expand our network of contacts. Getting to know people with different interests and experiences enriches our social experience and prepares us for interdisciplinary collaborations, a key aspect in many modern professional fields. Networking is vital if we want to find a good job, so let's not underestimate the additional advantage of education that is not the main objective.
Choosing the course and choosing the right time
Obviously, it is useless (for our academic and professional interests) to study Veterinary Medicine and take a carnival makeup course. It is advisable to choose topics that may be useful in our future careers (which does not mean that, using the same example, we should only focus on veterinary issues). But it will not be very useful if we take a course on feline ethology with an Instagram influencer without proper preparation. Courses should be taken at a good educational institution and with official certificates if we want to add them to our resume. Timing is also important. We should not overload ourselves because the degree is already quite demanding, so we should choose moments during holidays or periods of low academic activity (such as right after completing an evaluation).
