Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the decision-making process for choosing between Kinesiology and Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (MBB) as undergraduate majors, particularly in the context of pursuing a medical degree afterward. Participants explore the implications of each choice on future career paths in medicine and research.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Exploratory
- Conceptual clarification
- Career advice
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses confusion about choosing between Kinesiology and MBB, noting a preference for chemistry and uncertainty about Kinesiology.
- Another participant suggests that Kinesiology is often associated with sports medicine, which may not align with the original poster's interests in clinical medicine or lab research.
- Some participants argue that MBB could provide a broader range of options and a solid background in laboratory procedures, which may be beneficial for medical school.
- Concerns are raised about the utility of a Kinesiology degree in terms of employment and real-world skills, with suggestions to consider a backup plan if medicine does not work out.
- One participant humorously notes the importance of being able to spell one's major, implying a preference for MBB based on the original poster's expressed interests.
- There is a mention of the difficulty of MBB due to the amount of memorization required.
- A later post indicates that the original poster has decided to declare a major in Biochemistry and seeks advice on potential career paths if medical school is not an option.
- Some participants suggest alternative paths, including biochemistry-related careers or even shifting focus to physics or engineering for better job prospects.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express a range of opinions, with some favoring MBB for its relevance to medical school and others questioning the value of Kinesiology. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best choice, as different perspectives on career outcomes and personal interests are presented.
Contextual Notes
Participants highlight various assumptions about career paths, the relevance of undergraduate majors to medical school applications, and the perceived utility of Kinesiology versus MBB. There is also mention of the importance of maintaining a high GPA and gaining relevant experience, but no consensus on the best major is reached.
