<p>Hello everyone,
I'm a freshman and planning on my major. I think I want to major in math/econs or applied math science/econ. But the courses in applied math science in my college are like physical sciences (or pre-engineering). That means applied math here is not only the math-related courses designed only for economics, but also a very high level of physics courses and chemistry courses. I don;t know what I should major in. Is applied math more practical to real-world problem? Can you give me some advice? I really appreciate your help!</p>
<p>I am an applied math major. I am taking Operations Research right now, which is a very real-world problem solving class. It is typically an engineering class but is pretty much the intersection of math, business, and engineering. If your college has a good math major, then I think either of them will benefit you. Applied Math is very real-world problem solving. You will have to learn how to branch into other disciplines because it makes you versatile and that is a good thing to have to become employed somewhere after graduation.</p>
<p>I have taken a few economics classes and I can see all the math going on behind the scenes and think about all of these problems in real world contexts. I think a pure math major would help as well, but you might change your mind. I would say pure math would be better for you if you intend to go to graduate school for economics.</p>
<p>CalDud gave you good advice. Industrial Engineering is another major that is worth investigating.</p>
<p>Thank you guys! Actually, I’d prefer to have a decent job after my graduation. It would be also good if I can go to a graduate school, but it depends on my financial situation. :D</p>