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What exactly is an academic major?
A college major, or field of concentration, is a series
of courses that provides a foundation in an academic discipline. Majors
vary in the number of courses required. You should investigate the many
major degree
programs at The College at Brockport.
I haven't chosen a major yet and I have no idea what
to choose. How can I decide?
First of all, don't panic. Many students don't decide
on a major for several semesters. In most cases, you can delay choosing
a major until the end of your sophomore year and suffer no ill consequences
whatsoever, provided you are working diligently to complete your General
Education requirements on schedule. So, until the end of your sophomore
year, you may elect to choose some classes to help explore areas that interest
you. If you are still unsure about what you would like to choose, you should
start by discussing the possibilities with your academic advisor. Also,
the professionals in the Office
of Career Services in the Rakov Center are available to help you focus
on a major that will lead to a career choice that you will be happy with
beyond graduation. You can call them at (585) 395-2159, or just stop by.
Career Services has many resources (such as CHOICES, the computerized career
guidance program) that you can use to help you think more clearly about
your future.
I like my major, but I am not sure whether it will
lead to a good job.
One way to find out what types of jobs are available
for someone with a degree in your major is to call the Office
of Career Services at (585) 395-2159, or to visit them in the Rakov
Center. There you will find a wide variety of literature and software that
will help you gain a better understanding of what sorts of careers graduates
in your major field are going into. The staff there can also recommend to
you specific trends and outlooks in your field, so that you can be a more
marketable graduate when you leave Brockport.
Also check out the Career Services page: "What can I do with a major in..."
