<p>I'm really having a hard time trying to figure out what I want to major in. I really love politics and economics, but i;m not too good at math, I take all advanced classes but I decided not to take calculus and I took AP Statistics. I love economic theory and I can analyze graphs and crap. I also have very strong interest in English. Would it be advisable to major in Econ (BA) and minor in English or Double-Major in Econ and English. I used to want to do poli sci but I don't think it's practical enough. Would it be better to major in say international business, or just business rather than econ? Thanks!</p>
<p>I always believe that what ever you want to study should not be based upon practicality of a major. If you truly wish to major in Poly Sci go for it. But you do sound like a smart cookie. From what you have told me I could totally see you as an Economics Major, tough subject, and it is all about graphs. If you like english don’t give that up either you can minor in that as well, and it will give you a nice overall education. So far I think you have your head in the right place.</p>
<p>You might want to consider a cross-disciplinary major such as public policy. Program vary, but usually includes a combination of class offerings in poli sci, economics, sociology, history, etc.</p>
<p>For economics courses beyond the popular introductory course(s), you will need calculus and statistics; if you want to go on to PhD study in economics, you will need a lot more math than that.</p>
<p>Other social studies majors (political science, sociology, psychology, etc.) generally find statistics useful.</p>
<p>What you described is super similar to my own situation, I have decided on the interdisciplinary route. PPE, philosophy, politics and economics.</p>
<p>thanks guys! any other opinions. also is it possible to do econ without Calculus, i’m really bad at trig, if so I may switch to poli sci.</p>
<p>Introductory economics courses typically do not require calculus, but the subsequent intermediate economics courses typically do require calculus (and more math at more math-oriented economics departments that favor preparation for PhD programs).</p>
<p>However, all social studies subjects benefit from an understanding of statistics.</p>