PhD in a field unrelated to my undergrad?

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<p>My situation is...confusing at the least. I'm finishing up my undergrad this spring and will be graduating with a BS in Genetics, but the more I look into grad programs, I'm realizing that I don't want to be sitting in a lab for the rest of my life (or at least the next 5-10 years), staring into a microscope.</p>

<p>On the other hand, I've become increasingly interested in modern American literature and film as a form of literature over the last year. Taking a look around a few grad programs, it seems like something I might be interested in pursuing.</p>

<p>So this is my question:</p>

<p>With a BS in genetics (very math and science heavy), can I do a PhD in literature? What will be my chances of getting admitted to candidacy, either to the huge or smaller programs?</p>

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<p>How do you think you’ll use the PdD in Lit? Do you want to teach? </p>

<p>It seems a shame to not use the BS degree. Do you realize there are many jobs you can do with a science degree where you don’t have to work in a lab? For example, analyst, systems engineer, sales engineer, manufacturing specialist, supervisor, etc. Oh and you can teach, too.</p>

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<p>Hi. Forgive me for hijacking another thread.</p>

<p>I have a similar situation as the OP, except mine is kind of the other way round.</p>

<p>I have a Sociology undergrad degree and now I want to study Biotechnology in graduate level. Is it possible for me to do so?</p>

<p>If it is not possible, do I have to take another undergraduate course in order to study so?</p>

<p>Is there any other ways to do so?</p>

<p>Thank you.</p>