<p>So after looking at some threads, my conclusion: Don't bother going for a major in Biology. it isn't worth it.</p>
<p>To what extent does this apply if I were to major in Biology, but in a specialized area like genetics? I want to pursue genetic engineering and I really love it, but well, if it isn't going to get me paid, I would rather change to another higher paying field.</p>
<p>I'm thinking of double majoring in accounting as well, just to have a 'back-up' plan if my biology major doesn't work out. </p>
<p>So, thoughts, feedback?</p>
<p>Any majors in, around, on top of, or below biology have very limited career prospects. a “Genetical engineer” is probably more of just a fancy name for a research geneticist or something, like how aerospace engineers are often called “rocket scientists”.</p>
<p>@ctesiphon, I enjoy research, but if it doesn’t pay… What about genetic counselling? I’ve read on some forums that it pays up to 120k/year, but more often than not, that figure varies a lot…</p>
<p>I’ve honestly never heard of genetic counselling before.</p>
<p>In general, most counselling careers are wide-ranging in their potential salaries.</p>
<p>Genetic counseling is very different than lab-based genetic engineering. I’d recommend you research the career more and shadow and/or speak to genetic counselors to see if it’s something that you are actually interested in.</p>