2006-06-28 11:46:52 · 5 answers · asked by Angelbub 4 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Most medical schools do not require a particular degree, however they do require that you have taken certain classes. My advice to you is find a couple of medical schools that you would like to consider, and find out their requirements.
Some classes that you WILL have to have, no matter what medical school you choose:
Inorganic Chemistry (2 semesters)
Organic Chemistry (at least 1 semester)
Microbiology (1 semester)
Calculus (at least 1 semester)
Physics (at least 1 semester)
The more math and science you take, the easier the MCAT will be. Major in whatever you want in the meantime. Med schools are looking for well-rounded applicants, and some medical schools actually LOOK for non-science majors.
2006-06-28 11:59:29 · answer #1 · answered by KansasSpice 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
to be a pediatrician, you have to go to medical school. most colleges have a pre-med option as a major under biology. medical schools will accept other majors but you need to have a strong background in biology (especially anatomy and physiology), chemistry, physics and math to pass the MCAT (medical school entrance exams).
good luck and keep following your dreams!
2006-06-28 18:51:46 · answer #2 · answered by trinity729 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most colleges have a "pre-med" major.
If not, a Biology major would be best, with a Chemistry minor.
Load up on science - don't take education, psychology, or sociology courses on child development, it will make you look "soft" to your future medical school.
2006-06-28 18:54:10 · answer #3 · answered by Polymath 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you would have to major in Pre-Med. In order to be a pediatrician, you'd have to have medical degree and licence first.
2006-06-28 18:51:19 · answer #4 · answered by rjordan1041 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
most premed students major in biology
2006-06-28 18:51:46 · answer #5 · answered by ♫ ♫ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋