I’m a Computer Science major with a minor in data science, I’ve always liked computer, I started coding when I was very young, in HS I explored adjacent fields like engineering and Cyber Security but stuck with Computer Science cuz I figured if I get a good enough understanding of the foundations I could basically do anything later
I enjoy what I do but I can’t say it’s the only thing I’d enjoy doing, I’m a scientist @ heart so I think I would’ve been ok in any STEM field but to me the combo of utility offered by Comp Sci, and the allure of figuring out what makes the magic box work was too strong to pass up
I don’t really have any good advice, figuring out what to do is hard, I know more pepl who regret staying in their major than I do pepl who regret switching so I’d say try what you think will fit best and if it doesn’t work out don’t be afraid to try something else
Feb 28, 2025
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Even if you study the statistically highest earning major, that doesn’t guarantee you a job. Unless you’re going for something ultra specific, most jobs just want to see that you have the guts to finish a degree, it doesn’t matter so much what it is. If you have a passion, follow it! It’ll make your time in school that much more enjoyable.
I started college majoring in materials sciences and engineering at a big ten school bc math was my best subject but I was miserableeeee. I thought I had to do the hardest degree possible to be successful in life and I come from a long line of engineers. Now, I feel like I’m following some sort of calling studying apparel at a tech school. Even though it’s not as promising statistically. We’re all gonna die someday anyway.
Also!!! I majorly recommend taking a gap year. That year of real life outside of an academic setting can really sheepdog your priorities.
Feb 28, 2025
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A blunder I no longer regret was switching majors halfway through college. At the time, it felt like I was behind, but it ended up leading me to a field I’m truly passionate about
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(US perspective) at my school at least people frequently did double majors even in seemingly “random” combos. interdisciplinary work is amazing, so you might find the overlap of both fields interesting (do some googling?). i’m also biased but sociology is like the macro version of psych and philosophy combined, so you may want to check that field out as well if you haven’t yet!
i also think humanities are undervalued in theory but very useful in practice. unlike psychology, philosophy isn’t really a “field” unless you plan to become a scholar/professor one day, but you’d still graduate with valuable skills/knowledge. obviously someone hiring a therapist, would generally hire a psych, social work, etc student. but for a lot of other grad school programs and careers wouldn’t be as partial to either field. for example, i once was even told by a lawyer that (American) law schools seek diversity of academic backgrounds, and sometimes prefer or at least equally value philosophy students to pre-law students.
you should also look into each program at your school, as they can differ by school. you might find the philosophy or psych programs at your chosen school actually don’t match any of your interests or goals, and that is a deciding factor to go with one over the other. ie, maybe you want to study the philosophy of gender but there are no female or gender-focused philosophy profs at your school; or maybe you want to do child psychology but no courses on that or related topics are ever offered. or, maybe you can do a double major to cover all your interest areas.
my very very hot take (in America at least) is that if you have multiple career interests or a career interest that doesn’t require very specialized skills (jobs like becoming a doctor or a visual artist, for example), i wouldn’t make what’s most employable your main factor. a well-rounded student from most backgrounds can find ways to find a good jobs in their field of choice. and excelling in a field you’re passionate about is MUCH easier than forcing yourself to study a subject you lack interest in but feel is more practical.
and of course if you haven’t started school yet i’d recommend spending your first semester with an intro course in each subject area you’re interested, if possible, so you can see sooner rather than later how you feel. and speak to the professors about their programs etc for a feel of the vibes lol
good luck! :)
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