<p>Is it possible to major in two engineering subjects? For example I was curious about a double major in Bioengineering/Mechanical engineering. I think I'm more interested in bioengineering but I know that there is always going to be a demand for mechanical engineers while bioengineering may just be going through a temporary boom phase like aero did in the 70s.</p>
<p>Well first of all, aerospace engineering is still a HUGE thing, especially in the Military and NASA. Bioengineering is even bigger than mechanical engineering is. It's the "hot topic" in engineering and medical science at the moment. You have to realize, also, that a degree in any engineering major will allow you to work in other fields in related engineering majors. Example: My dad (a chemical engineer major) is currently working as an electrical engineer. After one engineering degree, another is going to seem rather frivolous... I seriously doubt bioengineering will go away any time soon. Go with the one you're most interested in, especially since that major is going to leave you with a wide range on career paths.</p>
<p>Plus... I've heard engineering at Rice (or anywhere for that matter really) is tough. Even if you do decide to do this, you will probably be advised against it... and you'll have a lot of work on your plate.</p>
<p>My sister is doing mechanical engineering right now and she spends every spare second working on assignments. I think it would be nearly impossible to take on the work of two engineering degrees unless you are a complete genius. Of course I bet some of the initial prerequisites are about the same for both types so it might be possible...</p>
<p>I could be wrong, but I seriously doubt that there are more jobs for bioengineers than mechanical engineers right now. And while aerospace engineering may still be around, my dad started out as an aero before he switched to mechanical and almost all the aero guys he knew got laid off by the 90s and started working as mechanicals. I did think the core classes would be the same for both and I am likely going into college with more than enough credits to be a sophomore but I am still planning on going 4 years, anyone know someone who has done this?</p>
<p>How is Rice's bioengineering program anyway?</p>
<p>rice has an amazing bioengineering program and MANY weed out classes. Normally, a whole bunch of people switch majors during the end or beginning of junior yr (usually economics bc of its few number of credits to graduate or history). it is rumored to be the hardest engineering major at rice. i would NOT recommend double majoring in engineering at ALL especially if bioengineering is in the picture</p>
<p>correction: I mean the end of SOPHMORE year (aka spring semester) and beginning of junior year to switch majors. did not meant to type end or beginning of junior yr. end of junior yr would just be ridiculous</p>