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A second-year biochemistry student expresses dissatisfaction with their current studies, finding little passion for the subject despite some enjoyable courses. The student is considering a switch to physics but faces several concerns. Firstly, they worry about the implications for medical school applications, noting that a physics degree could impact their GPA negatively. They also reflect on their poor performance in first-year physics and math, questioning whether it was due to a lack of effort or the inherent difficulty of the subjects. Additionally, they recognize that a biochemistry degree may offer better job prospects in the booming biotech industry, where advanced degrees are often required. The student plans to take summer physics courses to gauge their interest but is apprehensive about the potential impact on their GPA and future medical school aspirations.
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Hi, i know I've posted similar threads before but here it goes:

im a second year university student studying biochemistry. Now in theory its ok, and some of the courses are fun but i have no passion for studying biochemistry. i thought organic chemistry would cheer me up but its pretty dull as well (not as bad as inorganic). the only course i look forward to is spectroscopy, which is a physical chemistry class.

Now i want to make the switch into physics but the only things that are holding me back are:
1. i initially had the intent to attend medical school. i don't know if it will be better once (if) i get in. i can still apply with a physics degree, but i doubt my average vs me applying with a biochemistry degree.
2. in first year, i did bad in physics and math. granted i did pretty bad in all my courses but I am still not sure if it was because i didnt do the work, or maybe if it was in fact challenging. and i know first year physics/math is a joke compared to upper level courses
3. if i don't get into medical school, a biochem degree is easier to work with in terms of employability (biotech firms are booming, lots of money in it). i highly doubt i can do much with a bachelors in physics

my plan was to initially take a couple of physics courses in my summer off to see how i like it but if i do end up doing badly, it messes up my gpa for medical school, so i don't know what to do!
 
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