seadog.overseas

So...I want to go to med school to study and do research in human genetics, so obviously an intensive study in molecular biology will greatly prepare me for that. But the thing is, I really love physics, and know that my GPA will be higher here, and that I'll get more out of these classes than I will from other classes. Every source I've looked at also says that med school students should major in what they like. I'm just afraid that going from physics to genetics is too huge of a turn. I'd love to major in physics, and either get a dual degree or a minor in molecular biology, but I can't find a "good" school that allows that. Any advice?

spookyjeff

Why not just minor in physics? That's what I did. I'm a Chem major that loves physics (despite scaring experiences with a horrible high school physics teacher) so I minored in physics. Obviously you won't have all the classes as a physics major but you still get plenty of field time in the subject.

I don't see why they wouldn't allow you to do that, mind explaining that a little better? As far as I understand it, as long as you're not in a major that requires you choose from a specific list of minors, you can pick whatever you want for a minor.

seadog.overseas

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silence_kit

Some schools offer a major in biophysics.

Neurosense

Genetics is one of a few sciences I've developed a fond passion for.

There are several specific sub-fields in genetics. In your case, you can actually get a degree that is more occupation specific- Molecular Genetics, which employs the methods of genetics and molecular biology- Available in undergraduate programs around the country.

Along with determining the pattern of descendants, molecular genetics helps in understanding genetic mutations that can cause certain types of diseases. Through utilizing the methods of genetics and molecular biology, molecular genetics discovers the reasons why traits are carried on and how and why some may mutate.