<p>technical studies are more quantitative; that's all. humanites and the arts are based on critical thinking and creativity and are judged by opinion/criticism. Actually, that can be much harder to do well in. There are plenty of successful engineers, but not many successful artists. It is so not about getting good grades; it is pathetic. I think sakky has it all wrong. (and now i should get a post that states 'i said it before, i'll say it again blah blah blah')</p>