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I'm finishing up a Comp Science degree, distance learning. Didn't do well at school, due to severe undiagnosed dyslexia, so went into the military as a boy soldier.

After being diagnosed (32) I was told I could have gone to university had it been diagnosed at school. So when I had a secure enough job with enough money to try I did.

My experience of starting this later in life is that you are more focused, patient with yourself, and dedicated. It's been hard working a full time job, with kids, and other commitments but has been worth it for me.

My imposter syndrome has decreased, as my confidence in my abilities has increased.

I will finish it soon but now realise, for me personally, academia is not for me. I like practical useful stuff and with a few exceptions most of these academic courses aren't useful.