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For U1 BA Economics major this fall and I’m coming from CEGEP. I’m really confused about which courses I should take. So far, I know I need: ECON 227, ECON 230

I was wondering:

• How many ECON courses should I take each semester?
• What courses are recommended for first year?
• What minor pairs well with Economics?
• Any easy electives or GPA boosters?

I’d really appreciate any advice from current or former Econ students on how to plan my schedule.

I’m trying to figure out what career path to choose, but instead of focusing on a specific job, I’m thinking more about the lifestyle I want.

Ideally, I want a stable, well-paying job where I can either go into an office or work from home, something I don’t have to be super passionate about but still somewhat enjoy. I want to be able to afford a good lifestyle, buy things I want, and have a life outside of work. I also don’t want super long schooling — preferably just a bachelor’s so I can start my adult life sooner.

It’s also important to me to have some flexibility, like being able to travel and not feel stuck in one place forever.

What types of career fields or jobs actually offer this kind of lifestyle? And what majors would lead to that?

I’m trying to figure out what career path to choose, but instead of focusing on a specific job, I’m thinking more about the lifestyle I want.

Ideally, I want a stable, well-paying job where I can either go into an office or work from home, something I don’t have to be super passionate about but still somewhat enjoy. I want to be able to afford a good lifestyle, buy things I want, and have a life outside of work. I also don’t want super long schooling — preferably just a bachelor’s so I can start my adult life sooner.

It’s also important to me to have some flexibility, like being able to travel and not feel stuck in one place forever.

What types of career fields or jobs actually offer this kind of lifestyle? And what majors would lead to that?

I’m trying to figure out what career path to choose, but instead of focusing on a specific job, I’m thinking more about the lifestyle I want.

Ideally, I want a stable, well-paying job where I can either go into an office or work from home, something I don’t have to be super passionate about but still somewhat enjoy. I want to be able to afford a good lifestyle, buy things I want, and have a life outside of work. I also don’t want super long schooling — preferably just a bachelor’s so I can start my adult life sooner.

It’s also important to me to have some flexibility, like being able to travel and not feel stuck in one place forever.

What types of career fields or jobs actually offer this kind of lifestyle? And what majors would lead to that?

Is psychology a good pre-med major in Canada?

I’m interested in psych (especially learning about the brain), but I know it’s not as “traditional” as something like health science or biomed. I’m also aware that I’d need to complete all the science prerequisites separately.

Has anyone here gotten into med school in Canada with a psychology background? If so, how did you structure your degree (prereqs, GPA, etc.)?

Also, would you recommend psych as a pre-med path overall, or is it riskier compared to more science-heavy programs?

I’m stuck choosing between economics/business and psychology for university. I’m not that strong in math, I struggled with calculus, but I’m fine with basic math and did well in an intro macroeconomics class, which I found interesting. At the same time, I like psychology, especially learning about the brain, and I’m good at memorizing. The problem is I don’t really see myself becoming a psychologist, and I know that path usually requires years of grad school, which is competitive and long, and a bachelor’s alone doesn’t lead to many options. Economics/business feels more practical and like it could lead to a job faster, but I’m worried about the math. I feel stuck between choosing something I enjoy and something that’s more practical. Has anyone been in a similar situation or have advice?

I’m stuck choosing between economics/business and psychology for university. I’m not that strong in math, I struggled with calculus, but I’m fine with basic math and did well in an intro macroeconomics class, which I found interesting. At the same time, I like psychology, especially learning about the brain, and I’m good at memorizing. The problem is I don’t really see myself becoming a psychologist, and I know that path usually requires years of grad school, which is competitive and long, and a bachelor’s alone doesn’t lead to many options. Economics/business feels more practical and like it could lead to a job faster, but I’m worried about the math. I feel stuck between choosing something I enjoy and something that’s more practical. Has anyone been in a similar situation or have advice?

I’m stuck choosing between economics/business and psychology for university. I’m not that strong in math, I struggled with calculus, but I’m fine with basic math and did well in an intro macroeconomics class, which I found interesting. At the same time, I like psychology, especially learning about the brain, and I’m good at memorizing. The problem is I don’t really see myself becoming a psychologist, and I know that path usually requires years of grad school, which is competitive and long, and a bachelor’s alone doesn’t lead to many options. Economics/business feels more practical and like it could lead to a job faster, but I’m worried about the math. I feel stuck between choosing something I enjoy and something that’s more practical. Has anyone been in a similar situation or have advice?