Why is it important to pursue a degree that study habits that are used in high school?

Question

how can you succed with the study habits that you learn in high school?

Answer 1

I think studying at university/college takes the study skills you've learnt at school and builds on them. So, for instance, in order to study for a degree you need to be able to motivate yourself to get the work done in the time available; at school you have to do this with homework. At school you learn the basics of researching your answers - looking things up in books, on the internet, and so on - and you need this skill for further study. You learn exam techniques, essay bwriting skills, thingslike that, all of which you need as a foundation for your degree studies. And so on... I'm sure you can think of lots of other similar parallels, too.

Answer 2

If you really like English than I would stay in it. I almost majored in it and didn't at the last second because I didn't think I would be an economic profession, but I regret it now because I loved it so much. If you do stick with it I will give you some advice: 1) Pick up a minor in something else you are interested in, or 2) Get your master's or phd in English. My friend was an English major and got a minor in computer science. He now works for a University as a computer geek making a lot of money. Most English majors are quite intelligent and companies know that. If you don't love it that much then go as undeclared for a year and figure out what you would like to do. It's your first semester, you have plenty of time to play around and find out what you like. Good luck!