I am currently a freshman at UD, majoring in Nutrition and Dietetics. It is towards the end of the second semester, and I am at a crossroads. I completed Gen Chem 101 with a C+, and will probably finish Gen Chem 102 with a C+ as well. I regrettably did not take any chemistry in high school. I feel like my performance in the subject is holding me back from my fullest potential (GPA, etc.).
Sophomore year, I am required to take Elementary Orgo Chem (213/215 lab), and Bio Chem (214/216 lab). My thought process is: “if I couldn’t get higher than C+’s in Gen Chem courses, how can I perform better in upper-level Chem courses?” Also, “how can I continue on in my major, and possibly get 4 C’s in my Chem courses in a health science major?” The rest of the science courses are biology and nutrition, which I should do good.
At this point, I am considering switching my major to Health Behavior Science. Based on the curriculum, it appears to not require chemistry courses. The course requirements generally seem to suit my abilities, and I would still be in the same department. I have discussed all of this with my academic advisor but also wanted to get student opinions.
Would I be okay if I stayed in my major, or would switching seem like a better option?
@Maly430 If you struggled in general chem, Organic will likely be a struggle as well. When you apply for a job no one is going to look at your individual Chem grades but it will keep your GPA from being as high as it could be. Have you considered a tutor for Chem as opposed to changing major? As long as you pass with the minimum grades required I see no reason to change majors unless you really like Heath Behavior Science more than Nutrition and Dietetics.
@DoubleDelDad Thank you for taking the time to read my post and for responding. I stopped checking this site thinking that no one would answer. I feel like I dug myself into a hole with chemistry since I am getting C’s. I understand that I would have to absolutely turn things around, and get a tutor to do better in the future. However, it looks like I’ll be finishing my first year with a 3.0 GPA because of chemistry. This is really weighing me down and scaring me, the fact that my GPA might continue to suffer because of this subject.
I think if you feel the major suits you more, and you’re happy with that major, go for the switch!
It sounds as though you’ve thought this out well. You’re not having a hissy fit; you’ve found a major that better suits your background and abilities but which still points you in the same general direction.
I say you go for it.
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