Is this minor worth it...because it would seem enjoyable to study.

Colleges & Universities University of California - Berkeley
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<p>Recently I have been really interested in molecular toxicology and for a brief moment even thought about switching majors, but in the end decided not to since I really love biology. All the classes required for the minor seem really fascinating and I would really want to take them all. What I am wondering is if minors at all are worth the extra time. I would assume that if my major does not work out in finding a career I can always fall back on my minor…can’t I. I really would love to study this subject more since my parents work in preventing toxins in the environment and this passion has kind of rubbed of on me and If It had to I would gladly extend my graduation a semester in order to gain more knowledge in toxicology. So are minors worth it in the end?</p>

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<p>It’s worth it if you are very interested in the subject, which it seems like you are. I guess minors may not be “practical” realistically (i.e. they don’t really give you an edge in terms of getting a job), but in my opinion that’s not the point of a minor. Just take some classes and see if you really enjoy them–if so, then it’s worth it.</p>

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<p>If you’re interested in it, do it! You’ll regret it if you don’t.</p>

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<p>For graduate school, if they are related to your major and your intended graduate school program, minors could be a plus.</p>

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<p>I think molecular toxicology can be related to Molecular Environmental Biology and thanks for the advice. Another quick question is that for an MEB major I need 36 upper division units…so what do I do with the other 24 units in order to get a total of 120? Are they elective units because I was hoping to use some of those extra credits in order to achieve this motox minor.</p>

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<p>CERTAINLY if you’re into the material, go for the minor. If you’re going to go to grad school at least, it’s a good idea to study what you’re into, because you eventually have to create your own happy world of research! So it should be unique to you and your interests, meaning having indulged your own tastes would be good - someone knowledgeable about his/her own tastes is likelier to ask more interesting research questions.</p>