The school year has started, you've attended your first classes, you need to submit your first projects, but you quickly realize that your choice of orientation might not be the right fit for you... In reality, you don't feel like you belong in your current studies. Every year, this happens to many students, especially during the first year of higher education. Indeed, finding the right path immediately after high school and the baccalaureate is not an easy task. The good news is that there are real solutions for reorientation, such as staggered admissions, which allow you to change paths during the year without wasting time.
It is important to recognize the signs that show you are not fulfilled in your studies. It is not a shame, and it is perfectly normal to change your mind. Among the signs that may alert you are a loss of interest in classes, a significant drop in your grades, stress or anxiety at the thought of going to class, and even frequent absences. You may also simply feel that the field of study does not really appeal to you, that it is not what you imagined, and consequently, you do not see yourself evolving in this sector. Other signs can include a feeling of not fitting in, difficulty seeing the usefulness of what you are learning, or a general loss of motivation.
If you feel the urge to change your course of study but hesitate because you don't want to lose a year, reorientation during the year can be a solution. This option allows you to change your field or institution without waiting for the end of the school year. Changing your studies may seem daunting, but it is also an opportunity to find a path that better matches your aspirations and interests. It can give you new momentum and allow you to fully thrive in a field that you are passionate about.
Staggered admission is an interesting alternative for those who wish to reorient themselves without losing a year. It allows you to join a new program during the year, usually between January and March, and catch up on the curriculum through intensive and condensed courses over the remaining months until the end of the school year. This option is ideal for those who realize after a few months that their initial choice does not suit them. The advantage of staggered admissions is that you generally join smaller class groups than the 'classic' admissions and can therefore benefit from personalized support that allows you to catch up more easily.
Many schools and universities offer staggered admissions in various fields. This includes business schools, engineering schools, programs in computer science, design, and many others. The simplest way to know the details (registration, dates of staggered admissions, programs offered...) is to inquire with the institutions. Staggered admissions are often accompanied by accelerated courses to allow students to make up for lost time, and then you join the second year alongside students who started in September.
Esdes offers a staggered admission program called 'Fast Track.' This program is specially designed for students wishing to quickly reorient themselves towards a top business and management school in Lyon. For the 2024/2025 academic year, the start date is February 17. Applications are made through an entrance exam and are accepted until February 7. Once admitted and enrolled, you join the Fast Track cohort and follow condensed courses to be able to join the second year in September with your entire cohort.
You also have the possibility to join the Fast Track program in master. Here, you will join the school in December in the master specialization in International Business Administration.
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