Is chemical engineering ridiculously hard?

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Chemical engineering is perceived as challenging but not excessively difficult, with many finding it more tedious than stimulating. The curriculum combines chemistry with significant physics components, which can lead to a perception of boredom among students. Those who enjoy chemistry may still find chemical engineering a suitable choice, but they should be prepared for the physics aspects and the potential for a less engaging experience.
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Is chemical engineering ridiculously hard? If i really enjoy chemistry would chem engineering be a good choice?
 
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Not ridiculously hard, but pretty boring. Its like chemistry mixed with a lot of physics.
 
Howers said:
Not ridiculously hard, but pretty boring. Its like chemistry mixed with a lot of physics.

What do you mean? I'm interested in going to Chemical Engineering too, but I did not expect it to have a lot of physics or be boring.
 

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