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The discussion centers on a physics major expressing doubts about their ability to complete their degree, citing struggles with the subject and a diminishing enjoyment of physics. They are considering switching to biology and are inquiring about the time required to complete a biology bachelor's degree, given they have one year left in their physics program but face nine more physics classes. Responses emphasize the importance of consulting an academic advisor in the biology department for specific guidance based on the individual's completed courses and the requirements for a biology degree. Some participants note the possibility of transferring credits between physics and biology, particularly in biophysics, and share personal experiences of successfully switching majors, highlighting the potential for more fulfilling academic paths. Concerns are raised about the feasibility of completing the physics degree within the remaining year, suggesting that the individual may have miscalculated their remaining coursework.
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I'm a physics major right now, but I've figured out that I'm just not smart enough to complete this. I struggle with every aspect of this subject. And I used to like physics, but the more physics classes I take, the less I enjoy it.
How long would it take to complete a bachelors if I switched to biology? I've got a year left for my physics degree, but that's like 9 more physics classes, and I'm sure I'd fail some of them.
 
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leroyjenkens said:
I'm a physics major right now, but I've figured out that I'm just not smart enough to complete this. I struggle with every aspect of this subject. And I used to like physics, but the more physics classes I take, the less I enjoy it.
How long would it take to complete a bachelors if I switched to biology? I've got a year left for my physics degree, but that's like 9 more physics classes, and I'm sure I'd fail some of them.

This is almost impossible for any of us to answer. We have no idea what classes you've taken, especially your electives, and what requirements are needed for a biology degree at your school.

Please go to the Biology department, and ask to speak to an academic advisor who can answer such a question.

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I don't know how you have a year left for a physics degree when your homework questions are from a first semester introductory physics sequence (i.e. physics I)
 
At my school biology and physics are the same department (granted there is no physics major here). You could probably argue biophys and have a lot of the physics credits used towards your biology degree. Especially since you have the vast majority of your major classes in front of you and not behind you, I would go ahead and do it. I switched majors from Econ to Math when I was a senior, and I don't regret it. It has opened up a lot more opportunities for me, and it is much more intellectually stimulating. The math major pretty much encompasses all of the econ major anyways.

Woopydalan said:
I don't know how you have a year left for a physics degree when your homework questions are from a first semester introductory physics sequence (i.e. physics I)

He was probably planning on taking them 5 at a time (maybe summer too)
 

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