Should I take up a government bonded scholarship (5 years) to study political science? Or should I work part-time to pay my school fees?

If you are going to study political science, with or without the scholarship it might be better to take the scholarships. If you don't like the job after, its more likely that its the course that's wrong for you and not the job (most jobs are the same no matter where you are).

If you are taking the course just for the sake of a scholarship and the secure job. You really need to think about it. Research what the course is about and what type of job it will lead to. Then consider if you can tahan or not. Its not just the 5 year bond, its the time & effort in university as well.

Most of the time people who take a government job are not looking for excitement, but just want a stable job that they can hold till retirement.

Financially, it does make sense, to take the scholarship, only if you want to take that course or if you have no idea what you which course you want to study. if you are the type that can tahan and hold on. take it and use the 5 years to build your first pot of savings.

Hi there, I studied pol sci too! But I think your question is more on the job that comes with the bond, instead of studying that subject right?

What is it that your cousin dislikes about her job right now? Is it something that you think you can work with? Your personalities could be different, so maybe you’ll see the job differently. Anyway by the time it’s your turn to work, the job you’re gonna be bonded to could be v different already.

I’d say give the scholarship a chance, ask as many questions as you can during the scholarship interview to help you understand more. I believe it’ll help your future employer see that you’re really sincere in wanting to fulfil your bond.

All the best!