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I would ask them why they think it's a concern. If you have something that's happening early Thursday morning, they'd have some valid points. If you're chronically cranky on Thursday, same thing.
My own perspective: my kids are 6 and 3. When they approach 18 and beyond, I'll expect them to behave according to the rules of the house (not that I don't now), and will be more willing to discuss with them what those rules should be.
Perhaps you can offer a compromise to your folks. Is there a friend you could stay with on Wednesday nights so you don't have to bother your dad when you come home? That acknowledges their valid issues and concerns while giving you space as a growing adult.
As for the move-out option, that is always a possibility. Again, my own perspective is that as long as my kids are attending university, they are welcome to stay at home free of charge. Once they're out, it's time for them to step up to responsibility. Since you're still at Uni, in my house, you'd be able to stay free, setting your rules in moderation with mine, until you were ready to move out.
As a side note, my final move-out from home was not very pretty, and took place shortly before I took a job two hours away and had to move.
Try being a reasonable and responsible adult and see how they respond. You've got nothing to lose.
Good luck.
*B*
Minister, etc. (ret.)
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