I'm a student myself, so take what I say with a grain of salt.
As per the Date of birth, you are going through a Rahu Dasa until 27th May 2012. yes, Rahu Dasa will be trying times, but I suggest you to hang in there, as you are almost at the end of it. Next dasa is Guru dasa from May/June 2012, that will give fruits of your efforts & new learning experiences. So, I urge you to continue your efforts and not give up now.
You will have Sad-e-saati ( 7 1/2 year Sani) from October 27th 2017 ( after 7 years)