Confusion of college major :cry:

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The discussion revolves around the challenges of selecting a college major, particularly between Mathematics and Electrical Engineering (EE). Participants explore options for double majoring, pursuing a master's degree, or focusing on one field before transitioning to another. The conversation also touches on the relationship between mathematics and engineering, as well as the participant's academic background and aspirations.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses confusion about whether to double major in Mathematics and EE or to pursue a master's degree in one field before transitioning to the other.
  • Another participant suggests considering a minor in Mathematics as an alternative path.
  • Some participants indicate a preference for Mathematics as a primary focus, with plans to apply mathematical techniques in engineering contexts.
  • There is a suggestion that pursuing a graduate degree in Mathematics may be beneficial for those wanting to apply math in engineering without becoming an engineer.
  • Concerns are raised about the structure of engineering degrees and the availability of minors in engineering disciplines.

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Participants express differing views on the best approach to major selection, with no clear consensus on whether to double major, pursue a minor, or focus solely on one discipline before transitioning to another.

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Participants' suggestions depend on individual academic goals and the specific structures of their respective programs, which may vary by institution.

Who May Find This Useful

Students considering a major in Mathematics or Engineering, particularly those interested in the interplay between the two fields and the implications for their academic and career paths.

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i am planing on my major at this moment, and i am so confussed now because i don't know what way i should take.


here is some personal information about me
I am pretty confident in math and i have just taken AP Calculus BC, Phy-B, Phy-C, Chem, Environmental science, Computer Science A, and Statistic. let assume that i magically pass all of them, i will receive few college hours. However, i am planing to get 2 degrees from Math and EE.

Should i double major in both at the first place, and then get an MA in one field
or i should join some programs like "Fast Track", so that I can get a MA in 5 years. Then i pursue the other degree later on?
or if i should just get pursue a PhD in a particular field?
(these are just ideal situations... lol, but i still have to plan)

and what kind of engineering requires the most mathematical understanding?

could someone give lost little kid some advise plesae.
 
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How about a minor in Mathematics?

By the way, wrong forum...
 
Cyclovenom said:
How about a minor in Mathematics?

By the way, wrong forum...
sorrie

I am more intersted into Math than engineering, so I think math will be my "major" major, and then i will apply my Math technique to engineering. (i don't think they have minor degree in engineering anyways), I am willing to go to school everyday day including summer because i just want to get my degree as soon as possible.
 
leon1127 said:
sorrie

I am more intersted into Math than engineering, so I think math will be my "major" major, and then i will apply my Math technique to engineering. (i don't think they have minor degree in engineering anyways), I am willing to go to school everyday day including summer because i just want to get my degree as soon as possible.

I think that if you want math to be your major major, then definatly focus on math first. get your B.S, and then Get your M.S or M.A. If you want to use your math for engineering w/out being an engineer, I imagine you would want to get a graduate degree in math.

As for the engineering, math is an arts and science degree, meaning that it has room for many free electives. With this, use your free electives and summer classes to take engineering classes...
 

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