Is is possible to major in English and minor in Biology?

Question

I love biology, but I'm terrible at math; however, I'm very strong at writing. I was thinking or perhaps majoring in English and minoring in Biology. I'd like to write in the fields of biology, natural science, and environmentalism. Is this possible? Is it a bad idea?

Answer 1

If you want to write in the fields of biology, science, etc. you should think about majoring in Biology and minoring in English or Journalism. If you don't have a strong science background, it would be hard to write about it. Biology doesn't require very much math - just basic college algebra for most programs. Plus, when you graduate, there will be more job opportunities with a science degree than there will be with an english degree.

Answer 2

It's not a bad idea nor is it a very good idea. Since biology is also a branch of science and it entails experiments and so on, it might be a problem when it comes to your time (in the future I mean if you plan to teach). However, I think there's no problem at the moment. Most teachers though would tell you to minor in Mathematics. When you plan to teach in the future, you'll see what I mean. I only majored in English. I didn't minor in anything. If given the chance, I'll probably minor in the Arts. There, have I given you an idea?

Answer 3

In most states yes. What you will do is first get your teaching certification in the social science major. Then if you pass the PRAXIS-II in English you can also have that certification.

Answer 4

I agree w/ SSM__8514. Reverse the degrees and you will have a lot more job opportunities after graduation.

Answer 5

don't do something just because you are good at it, do it because you love it and want to do it for a life choice. Unless you are wanting to be a writer or a teacher, what will english do for you?