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Hey Sam,
I was in a similar boat as you. Loved science as a kid but studied music at uni and ended up working in IT. Now 38 I'm part way through a Masters in Science.
I don't believe I have what it takes to become a full-time "scientist", but I do love the learning experience and getting entrenched in the research that is happening. I'm thinking of eventually going into the science communication area. Working in public speaking, writing, tour guiding, whatever.
Have you considered those types of adjacent careers?
If you don't feel like you have time for the full undergrad/masters/phd path, then a "lighter" style masters like the ones offered by Swinburne might be of interest. I'm doing their online masters as the moment and it's great. It won't lead to a PhD or a job working with SKA, but it'll help with some of those adjacent careers.
Cheers,
C.
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