Career questions tagged shifting
Incoming 2nd year BSCE student considering shifting to PolSci, am I wasting a good opportunity, What would you do?
I’m an incoming 2nd year BS Civil Engineering student, and I have about a week before enrollment to decide whether to continue CE or shift to Political Science. I’d really appreciate advice from anyone who has gone through something similar. I chose CE because it’s basically the only path I’ve ever imagined for myself. It was my childhood dream, and my dad also has an engineering firm, so if I graduate as an engineer I already have connections and a position in the future. That’s a big reason why leaving feels like such a huge risk. However, I’m starting to question whether engineering is actually right for me. I’m not naturally good at math and it takes me a long time to understand it. I’ve already failed some subjects and become delayed, and while I know engineering is difficult for everyone, I also know I’m not very motivated to spend hours practicing math and solving problems. What’s confusing is that I actually do very well in my minor/general subjects. I’m much better at reading, writing, research, speaking, debate, analyzing things, literature, etc. I’ve even had professors from those subjects ask if I’ve considered shifting because they thought I was good at them. If I had to choose between staying up all night reading cases/research and staying up all night solving math problems, I’d much rather do the former. My department has also been a major factor. I recently went through a really bad situation and some experiences with professors in my department made it worse. It was kind of a last straw after already having several bad experiences. I’ve lost a lot of motivation because of the environment and people around me in my course. My parents have actually told me that they’re okay with me staying if I genuinely want to endure CE, but they’d rather I shift if I don’t see myself doing this for the rest of my life. I’m already delayed despite choosing my school partly because of its trimester system. I hoped to graduate early, but failed/retaken subjects and prerequisite scheduling have made it difficult to take a full load. I don’t mind graduating 6 months or even a year late, but I’m worried about continuing to struggle and possibly failing more subjects. That’s why I’m considering shifting now while I’m only entering 2nd year. The downside is that very few of my CE subjects would transfer, so I’d lose most of the progress from my first year. I feel guilty about the time and money already spent, especially because I have such a good opportunity through my dad. But I also wonder if losing one year now is better than realizing several years later that I should have shifted. I’m considering Political Science because I genuinely think it fits my strengths and interests much better. My school also has a strong law-related program. I have a friend in PolSci who says their department is actually good and that their professors are qualified, which makes me more interested in it. At the same time, I’m scared that I’m just burnt out and looking for an escape from engineering. Maybe I just need to become more disciplined and learn how to deal with math better. I don’t want to leave a very good opportunity just because I’m struggling right now. But I also don’t want to stay simply because CE because I feel guilty about the time and money already spent. If you were in my position, would you stay in CE and push through, or seriously consider shifting to a field that seems more suited to you? For those who have shifted before, how did you know you genuinely needed to leave rather than just being burnt out or struggling with college? And if you stayed in a course you once considered leaving, did you eventually become happier with your decision? I’m really conflicted because both choices have a major downside, and enrollment is next week. I’d especially appreciate perspectives from other students who have been in a similar situation.
Good day everyone. I'm 2nd year college student and I'm planning to transfer to another school and shift to another course/major this 2nd semester. I'm currently taking Bachelor of Science in Psychology and I plan on shifting to Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting or Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering. To all of those Industrial-engineering and BSMA students, I'm asking for your thoughts and advice about this one. Do you think it's a good idea? Thank you in advance for those who will respond. Have a great day ahead!
I'm from Philippines. I'm planning to transfer in Batangas State University JLPC Malvar. I'm a fast learner but ofc this majors would still give me a headache. I badly need your advice guys😭. Additional question. Which one do you guys think has more job opportunities in the Philippines, Management Accounting or Industrial-engineering?
Can I return to first year in college if I decided to shift to a whole different course?
I was a freshman and dropped my subjects midyear in my previous course, finishing only the first semester. Can I return to first year in college if I decided to shift to a whole different course? Edit: You guys, I did not expect I'd get so much response from here. You have no idea how much your thoughts have cheered me up from the weight I was carrying since the day I decided to post this question. I will carry all of your advice and encouragement in my heart all the way through my graduation march. Thank you, thank you! God bless you all back. From the bottom of my heart, Zee
What to do because I want to shift my college course?
Hello Everyone! I'm a second year college student now taking up bachelor of arts in political science and I'm not happy with this current course of mine. I just want to confirm if it's possible to shift into a nursing course regarding this situation?
Course shifting
Can I still shift courses in 2nd year of college even if i have 2 failing marks?
Should I shift my course even if it's my passion?
I'm currently studying AB Literature (sophomore year) and I love my course. I love my readings, my teachers, my block mates, I love everything about literature; it has always been my passion. But I realised that I'm not going to use my degree in the future. I have no interest in becoming a lawyer, neither do I want to become a teacher. I've been considering to shift to a business/marketing course in hopes that I'd be better employed and able to support myself and my family. Should I do it? #Literature #Business #Marketing #College #Shifting