What is Major: Definition and 1000 Discussions

Need opinions :) Hi guys, if I wanted to I could have graduated high school this year but I was unsure of what field to go into. So, I decided to stay an extra year in high school (taking few English and Math courses I did not have space for before). I will be graduating next year for sure so...

I am currently and international business and accounting major with a minor in chinese. i love what i am doing but i want to take nuclear engineering, aside from the fact that the subject is fascinating i would love to do it... only question is, as a business major what could i do with nuclear...

Hey everyone! The main reason that I want to major in Business Economics is because I've always liked to work with numbers, graphs and charts. I just had a talk with my counselors, and both of them reccomended that I should take College Algebra and Business Calculus if I want to get into a...

I was wondering if I could go to a 4 year university for 2 years instead of 4. Can I do all my GER's at that 2 year university, then transfer to a more prestigious school and declare a major there? Will that be a good idea? Because the university I'm planning on attending for 2 years doesn't...

Hey all, I'm sure this question has been asked before but I couldn't seem to find it specifically. I recently transferred to a big name 4 year university with the intent to finish my undergrad degree in chemical engineering. I have to admit, I originally had bought into the U.S. News...

So I'll be going to college soon and I have yet to choose a major. I have always been interested in math and physics, so I have been thinking about engineering. In addition, I like classical mechanics a lot. I originally thought I would settle with a mechanical engineering major, but I also...

I'm a second semester freshman, and maybe I'm getting ahead of myself, but.. Right now, I've declared a Physics BS and a minor in cognitive science. I've been thinking about declaring another major- Computer Science BS. i did some math and saw that some classes canceled out with each other, and...

I'm a physics major and I'm pretty sure that I want to go into theoretical physics research. Due to scheduling difficulties and such, I haven't been able to systematically study math. I'm am very comfortable with all the basic math that any physics major should know - multivariable calc, PDEs...

Is it possible to get a job in aerospace industries with a major in physics? I am planning to go for either a MS or PhD later on if I do pick a BS in physics. I like theory more than applications. Obviously applications are important, but physics appeals to me more. Its the kind of reading I...

I am thinking of doing a math inclined major but I don't know if I can handle it. I got a b- in algebra and now I have precalculus. In my precalc class I had 4 test and I got a 71,74,77, and an 82 on them and all I have left is a final. Do I have the chance to be a math major or will it...

I'm a math/chemistry major and thinking of changing to physics after a few classes and research experiences in physical chemistry I've had. I would like to know what it's like, what to expect, etc... How is the undergraduate research at your institutions and what do you normally do in the...

I'd like advice from physics majors about what it's like and what undergraduate research is like. I've done two REUs, one in biophysics and another in microscopy/optics/lasers. These were also very chemistry related (I'm a chemistry/math major right now). I absolutely LOVED and envied what...

I'm in the second year of my studies of molecular biology and in the first year of my mathematics degree (in most german universities the concept of a "double major" does not really exist, so you need to "enroll" a second time in order to be granted two degrees at once). I'd certainly like to...

I scheduled to take this April 28. Other than the following links, do any good study guides exist for it? For abstract algebra, I was thinking about skimming through my textbook and making note of the important theorems. Any recommendations would be appreciated...

I know this is talked about quite frequently on here and other forums but I wanted to ask a few specifics. First of all, I am a freshman in biological engineering, but I am finding that I'm more interested in physics and generally like the flexibility of the degree, though I'm not positive I...

I am chem major currently taking organic chemistry. I am ashamed of admitting I hate organic chemistry. This is not even science. It seems to me though, it is a branch of engineering. You have stuff, you make new stuff. You increase your yield and figure out steps to synthesize something. I...

I haven't taken my graduate admission exam, but I'm not that worried about it. I really think I have the overall skills to do well. I was just curious: how hard it is to get into the grad schools for business after being a mathematics major with my emphasis in operations research? To be...

Hey guys, So here is my back story I majored in Biomedical engineering due to wanting to take challenging courses, and wanting a variety of math/ chemistry. However I am taking physics 1 now, and it fascinated me how challenging it can really be. So I am strongly considering minoring in...

First of all, there are two things I seem to enjoy a lot: obtaining a deep understanding of the universe (that enlightening feeling) and inventing things with that knowledge. Sure, that doesn't include all my interests and hobbies, but those are definitely two things I enjoy and entertain...

Hello, My apologies for making my first post a question but I was wondering if anyone could suggest an engineering degree which would be most suitable for a career with energy, specifically thermal energy and external combustion systems. I was technically a junior and had to take an session...

I never really thought that I had a poor gpa until an interviewer said they won't even look at someone with less than a 3.5 gpa. I thought that was a little extreme and it has me wondering where I stack up. Does anyone know of a place that I could find some statistics on the matter?

Today, it was revealed in Scandinavian papers that about 6000 silver coins, the oldest from about 1040, was found on the large Swedish island Gothland. There are, as yet, no photos of the full find, it was found in a bronze container last Thursday. My speculation, as yet unverified by any...

Hello, I am a freshman at UC Berkeley deciding whether or not to do a double major. I was deciding between a Double Major in Engineering Physics and Astrophysics or a Major in Engineering Physics and Minors in Astrophysics & Mechanical Engineering. However, in order to do a Double Major I...

I'm currently in a somewhat unique situation at the moment. I am about to finish my 5th year of my undergrad degree. I was doing computer science for two years when I realized it was just not for me, so I switched over to electrical engineering. Despite the workload, I enjoy the subject. Now...

I am a freshman at CU Boulder currently studying computer science. Currently I am looking at getting a minor in physics as well as the MS in computer science. I was wondering if I should forgo the MS and get a double major with physics in its place since it would be the same number of credits...

I am trying to differentiate the functions xn, eax and ln(ax) from first principles. I have successful in all three, but here's my problem. In finding the limit in each problem, you need to first Taylor expand to remove Δx from the denominator. But the very process of Taylor expansion uses...

Hello, I'm feeling a little discouraged lately. I'm taking my second introductory physics course this semester, and although I'm doing excellent with the algebra material, I'm terrible at calculus based physics (our class does both separately, with the calculus being 20% of total grade). If I...

Hello, I am interested in finding out what are the primary fields of study for a degree in Mechanical Engineering. I also want to know how these fields of study fit together. If anyone can help, please contact me. Thank you.

Hello. I know how to do implicit differentiation taught in calculus 1, but I'm confused by something regarding it. Take the example: y3+y2-5y-x2=4 If we do implicit differentation we get: 3y2(dy/dx)+2y(dy/dx)-5(dy/dx)-2x=0 dy/dx=2x/(3y2+2y-5) Now, it makes sense how to...

I'm 34 and just starting college. I have to go the community college route. I will get a degree in physics. I wonder though if I should double major in an engineering field?

I have been lurking on PF for a while, so I have done a bit of research on the subject but figure I should get some specific advice from those knowledgeable about my dilemma. Currently, I am a junior Economics major at a Big 10 school, recently admitted into the honors program for my subject...

i'm a sophomore and I'm almost a junior by now... i took a year of intro physics this year and am considering majoring in it. originally i had planned on studying chemistry, but now i really like how differential math is used to prove physics. i'm also beginning to realize that in organic...

This probably (60%?) seems like a strange question but I have the option of taking probability from either the EE or pure math department and want to know how each will deal with the subject. Here's the course descriptions: EE - Introduction to Probability Theory. Covers the fundamentals of...

Although it's my first choice, I don't see high hopes of having a career in academia. As such, I've decided not to put all of my eggs in the same basket, and instead first set myself up for a backup option in the industry. The issue is that my interest lies with providing smart grid...

Let me provide a little background information: I've always found math challenging for a number of reasons. It's the only subject that I had a hard time learning on my own. I even developed some kind of "math anxiety" in high school. However, I feel like it would be incredibly liberating to...

I stumbled upon this article when wandering the lands of the internet, and thought I should share it here. While it's not about a technological advancement in computer science, per se, I suspect this can have some interesting applications. Right now, excess heat is a major problem for chip...

I am taking abstract algebra this semester, it's my first semester taking upper level math courses, and although I am not doing bad in the class, I feel like I really slacked off and could have done much better. i didn't put in enough time, and my proof-writing skills were not really improved. I...

Hello, It's almost the end of my first year of university... and it's time to choose a major. I'm doing a bachelor of science, and I can say that things haven't been to bad. Last semester I had a GPA of 3.8 and things are looking pretty good for this semester. Anyway, I should declare a...

I lack talent in pure mathematics. (Although applying mathematical methods has been natural for me.) I am a physics freshman. I can prove and I can self study mathematics given enough time. I guess it's still too early to decide, but, I suppose, I'll be doing theoretical/mathematical physics...

I'm wrapping up my first two years at the Community College and I'll have an AS in MET and an AS in MFT. I like the manufacturing and I see good work with it and want to continue with it. My dilemma is whether to go to the expensive private Uni or stick with the State/Regional for the rest of...

Hi all, How good/bad an idea is that. I love physics and want to get a phd later but stll want to remain safe. any advice? Is physics+economics bad idea? What about physics major and eco minor only? :confused: DPA

I am currently a Physics-Math B.S. Major in my junior year of my undergrad work. I had an internship last summer and based off of my supervisor's non-response to my e-mails requesting to return, I didn't do so hot. I am taking a modern physics lab class right now and I understand the theory and...

Right now I am a freshman studying physics and considering adding russian as a second major. I already speak it pretty fluently, so the only challenging part would be the required literature classes. With a goal of going to grad school in physics, will a russian degree even matter, or would my...

I will prove the following statement is true to show the flaw of 5.1 Definition in Baby Rudin. If in any case I'm wrong, please correct me. Thanks. Statment: Suppose f is a function defined on [a,a] with a \in \mathbb{R}. Then it is impossible to apply 5.1 Definition in Baby Rudin for this...

Right now I'm a sophomore at a state uni with hopes of getting into graduate school in pure mathematics. When I was a freshman, I surveyed the three major areas of math - analysis, algebra, and topology - and I decided that analysis was for me. Although I did very well in Algebra, I found it...

I was browsing through a few schools websites, and apparently, UCR, UCLA and UCSD do not force Chemistry PHD candidates to take a written comprehensive exam! However, the Physics PHD candidates take a brutal and long comprehensive exam consisting of 2-3 quarters each of advanced quantum...

I live in AZ so besides the "bubla" or whatever that stupid name is for a huge wall of dust we get that's crazy huge is about as bad as our weather gets. Basically Solar Flairs are the biggest threat to me and my dog, so its my the natural disaster of choice when thinking about different...

Hello all, I have been giving some very serious thought to my future education and career lately. I have always considered becoming a CE major, but I wanted to get some advice before I dive into it. A little background about myself... I am 25. I have been in school 4 separate times and...

I am a junior double major studying bioengineering and mathematics. I attend a top 15 school initially as only a engineering major but added math halfway through my sophomore year. The farther I get into the mathematics programs, the more I love it. I finished the major requirements, and...

So I will soon be beginning an undergraduate degree in physics, going to a highly reputable university in Canada. My question is in regards to adding a second major in Math. I know that it's most likely to early for me to decide what area of physics I wan't to specialise in, but through lost of...