Programs Biomedical Engineering to Mathematics Major

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The discussion centers around an individual seeking guidance on applying to graduate school for Mathematics after completing a Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering in 2010. The individual expresses a desire to shift from engineering to mathematics, citing a long-standing interest in the subject since high school. Concerns are raised regarding the lack of required mathematical courses and how to best prepare for admission to a mathematics program. Participants in the discussion question the motivation behind the shift, with some emphasizing the practical impact of biomedical engineering compared to theoretical mathematics. The conversation touches on the perceived vagueness of biomedical engineering and the foundational nature of undergraduate mathematics, suggesting that specialization in graduate studies could provide clarity and direction.
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My main question is about applying to Mathematics grad school. I had done my Bachelor Degree in Biomedical Engineering and completed back in 2010. I am looking to go back to school but I don't BME (let alone engineering) is for me. I want to go into Mathematics, it was what I had wanted to do since High School but under the advice of my counselors and parents I went into engineering. I know I don't have all the required courses, but I am trying to find out what my best bet is to get in AND how I should prepare myself. Thank you.
 
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Biomedical engineers are on the verge of conquering disease, aging, and death itself before the century is out and you want to become a mathematician? Why do you want to spend all your energy thinking of more ways to add 0, divide by 1, and change the order of summation? Reconsider!
 
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lambda90 said:
Biomedical engineers are on the verge of conquering disease, aging, and death itself before the century is out and you want to become a mathematician? Why do you want to spend all your energy thinking of more ways to add 0, divide by 1, and change the order of summation? Reconsider!

i agree however biomedical engineering in my mind is pretty vague. Part of why I didn't like it
 
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i agree however biomedical engineering in my mind is pretty vague. Part of why I didn't like it
And mathematics isn't vague? It's undergrad so you just got the foundation. Start working or go to grad school and specialize.
 
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