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What stands out
- More writing-heavy. Writing & analysis is 0.7 points higher than the same major at other schools.
- Less math-intensive. Math required is 0.3 points lower than the same major at other schools.
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It's a typical STEM major that requires enrollment into the Life Sciences core curriculum. Hardest parts were the organic chemistry courses, everything else was pretty light. Definitely prepares you for graduate school.
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My major is called Human Biology and Society, which is very interesting and is similar to public health where we deal with tackling all sorts of problems ranging from environmental issues, to epidemics, societal antibiotic…
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Heavily prepares you for career! Highly recommend in health related fields. If trying to become doctor, definitely choose!!
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It's a typical STEM major that requires enrollment into the Life Sciences core curriculum. Hardest parts were the organic chemistry courses, everything else was pretty light. Definitely prepares you for graduate school.
My major is called Human Biology and Society, which is very interesting and is similar to public health where we deal with tackling all sorts of problems ranging from environmental issues, to epidemics, societal antibiotic resistance, sleep, genetics, and a lot more.
Heavily prepares you for career! Highly recommend in health related fields. If trying to become doctor, definitely choose!!
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