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Be honest. When you choose your electives to fulfill your liberal arts requirements, do you go for the easy first-year level courses with the multiple-choice final, or do you pick them based on your interest in the subject?
Cyrus said:To give you an idea, here we must take
- English
- Technical Writing
- Literature
- Arts
- Arts/lit/Humanities
- Social/Political History
- Behavior/Social Science
- Behavior/Social Science
Thats two semesters (24-credits) of just busy work.
Cyrus said:Also, don't let the names fool you. When they say "art", they don't mean design, or drawing. Thats for art majors and is not an elective. Its going to be something like art theory which involves plato, etc. The english courses were very useful though. Social classes had nothing to do with communication skills. It was more like Criminal justice, or philosophy. A class on public speaking won't count as a general elective.
Cyrus said:To give you an idea, here we must take
- English
- Technical Writing
- Literature
- Arts
- Arts/lit/Humanities
- Social/Political History
- Behavior/Social Science
- Behavior/Social Science
Thats two semesters (24-credits) of just busy work.
DrClapeyron said:In my personal opinion, you cannot go wrong with economics no matter the major.
Choosing electives can seem overwhelming at first, but the best way to narrow down your options is to think about your interests and goals. Consider what subjects you enjoy and which ones align with your future career plans. You can also speak with academic advisors or upperclassmen for guidance.
Most schools allow for changes to be made to your elective courses after registration. However, it is important to check with your school's policies and deadlines for adding or dropping courses. It is also recommended to speak with your academic advisor before making any changes.
Some elective courses may have prerequisites, which are specific courses that must be completed before enrolling in the elective. Be sure to check the course description or speak with your advisor to determine if any prerequisites are required for the electives you are interested in.
This can vary depending on your school and major. Some schools may require a certain number of electives to be taken, while others may give more flexibility in choosing electives. It is important to check with your school's graduation requirements to ensure you are taking the appropriate number of electives.
Yes, many schools allow students to take electives outside of their major. This can be a great way to explore new subjects and broaden your knowledge. However, it is important to make sure these elective courses still fulfill any requirements for your major and do not interfere with your graduation timeline.