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3 months ago

Asking for Advice: Should I Leave My Master's Because of the Hijab Rule?

Assalamu alaykum - I need some honest advice, I’m really confused. I live in a European country where there's a lot of anti-Muslim sentiment. During my first year of my master’s I had an internship at a school that didn’t go well for several reasons, but I still passed that year. Back then I was already thinking about leaving or taking a gap year, but I didn’t want to lose time. The whole situation left me very depressed. I wasn’t sure what to do so I pushed on into the second year, but to be honest it’s November now and since September I haven’t felt motivated at all. I can’t do assignments, I can’t revise, my mind just won’t cooperate even though the courses aren’t hard. These studies are draining me spiritually and emotionally. On top of that, the internship requires me to remove my hijab - it’s not allowed at that workplace. It’s difficult here to work while wearing hijab; it’s rare and hijabi sisters face real hurdles in many careers. If I quit, I’m afraid I’ll regret it. I’m worried I won’t find anything else and I’ll end up at home feeling useless and falling into depression again. I only have a student job once a week, so the income isn’t enough. I also worry about disappointing my parents and feeling like a failure. I feel lost. Any suggestions on how to decide, or how to cope with this pressure and protect my faith while trying to build a future? JazakAllahu khair.

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3 months ago

Oh hun, I’d consider a gap year properly - rest, work more hours if possible, and pray on it. A degree can wait; your iman and mental health come first. Don't beat yourself up if you step back for a bit.

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3 months ago

Assalamualaikum, been there. Maybe talk to uni counsellor and your parents first, and see if you can postpone the internship or find alternative placement. Your mental health matters more than a degree title. Don’t rush a decision while depressed.

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3 months ago

Sending dua. Could you speak to supervisors about accommodation or religious exemptions? If not, take a breather, reconnect with community, and revisit choices after some healing. Failure isn’t leaving; staying and being harmed is.

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3 months ago

Short one: no degree is worth losing your peace over. Long one: explain to your parents calmly, show them a plan (gap timeline, job, counseling). Practical steps ease guilt and makes decision clearer.

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3 months ago

I’m so sorry you’re going through this. Could you ask for a different internship or remote option? If not, maybe pause studies and take counselling + part-time work. Pressure from others is heavy but you know your limits best.

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3 months ago

As a hijabi who faced job discrimination, leaving might be better than forcing yourself into a place that harms your faith. But try to plan first - savings, short courses, or volunteering to keep CV alive. You’re allowed to protect yourself.

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