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Girls majoring in polymer science

2009-02-04View Original

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Hello everyone. I’m a female student majoring in Polymer Materials and Engineering at a second-tier university; I’m in my sophomore year. I don’t know much about this field, and I’m not particularly interested in the chemical industry. But since I’ve chosen this major, there’s no way to change it, so I have to go through with it despite my uncertainty. I’m very lost as to what to do in the future, and I hope those who are more experienced can give me some advice – what should I do? My dad hopes I will pursue a master’s degree, and then work as a civil servant; it would be ideal if I could also study a second major while in graduate school. What do you think of this approach? To be honest, I really don’t want to work in a factory or engage in research, but I feel like there’s no other option besides those two paths. I have a lot to say, but I don’t know where to start… Ugh... I hope the seniors here can give me some advice. Thank you!
Reply #22009-02-04
Your father is right. Do as he says. Taking the postgraduate entrance exam or becoming a civil servant are good options. If one can obtain a postdoctoral degree, they can stay at the university to teach.
Reply #32009-02-05
That’s the current situation: girls who study humanities have difficulty finding jobs, while those who study science and engineering also face difficulties in finding employment. To be honest, it’s really not ideal for girls to work in factories; it’s harmful to both their bodies and minds. But then again, it’s still better than having no job! You’re now in your sophomore year; it’s best to start preparing actively for the postgraduate entrance exams as soon as possible. If you don’t want to work in production or research in the future, then continue pursuing higher degrees in order to stay and teach at the university. Our school is also a second-tier institution, so it’s not difficult to stay on as a staff member with a master’s degree or higher. If you are planning to take the civil service exam, that’s great, but there are two conditions: first, you need to have sufficient ability to maintain good academic grades; second, you need to find the right connections and do the necessary groundwork by securing support from influential people. Moreover, it’s not that easy to become a civil servant these days, and women still lack advantages compared to men.
Reply #42009-02-05
If you’re not interested, it’s better to change careers early. See if I can enroll in a second major now. But it’s already difficult to find the right direction by sophomore year.
Reply #52009-02-05
I need to take the postgraduate entrance exam, then the civil service exam, and finally a doctoral degree. The road ahead is long! If you don’t like your current major, which sentence is correct? It’s better to change careers early. :loveliness:
Reply #62009-02-05
Look, the chemical engineering major isn’t good; is the mechanical engineering major better? Could the people upstairs give some advice?
Reply #72009-02-05
Looking at it now, taking the civil service exam is an option. But you’re only a sophomore now, there’s still plenty of time. If possible, you can choose a second major now or pick a self-study program in a field you are interested in. I had a classmate who took self-study courses in law during college; after graduating, he obtained a lawyer’s license and is now working as a lawyer.
Reply #82009-02-05
The employment prospects for those with a degree in polymer science are quite good. I personally support the idea of not entering corporate environments, especially since women face many challenges there. It’s better to take the postgraduate entrance exam or the civil service exam, as you will have time. But I hope you won’t encounter repeated issues like not liking a profession anymore. You might not have realized how precious time is!
Reply #92009-02-05
The plan is good; I wish you success.
Reply #102009-02-05
In the end, she found a wealthy man to marry...
Reply #112009-02-05
I’m also a female student majoring in polymers. Hehe, in my opinion, it’s still possible to find a job that has nothing to do with chemistry after graduating from undergraduate studies. If you don’t like chemistry, either change your major now or study something else; don’t pursue a master’s degree in this field. It’s very difficult for female graduates with a master’s degree in chemistry to find jobs, and pursuing a master’s degree means you’re bound to work in the field of chemistry. Hehe, as someone who’s been through it, I advise you that graduate school isn’t easy either – you have to do experiments every day, submit reports, write summaries, and publish articles. You have to keep an eye on your supervisor’s mood, worry about the results of the experiments, and fear whether you’ll be able to graduate (I’m not interested in chemistry either; I did it out of necessity). So please think it over: L :L :L :L :L :L :L :L
Reply #122009-02-05
They don’t necessarily need plastic surgery; maybe they’re already beautiful!
Reply #132009-02-05
I was in the same situation as you when I first started college; my major was exactly the same as yours, down to the slightest detail! I’m also a woman! And what’s worse than you is that I studied humanities in high school! I’ve learned just as well as anyone through my own efforts! Indeed! Polymer science is a very promising field! But when you look for a job, you’ll find that even the worst guys have an easier time finding work than you do! Why? It’s just because you’re a woman! I’m currently working on process design at a small design firm, and it’s not really related to my field of study! I can totally understand how you feel! It depends on how confident you are! If you want to take the postgraduate entrance exam, it’s never too early to change your major and start preparing now! To pass the civil service exam, unless you can really come in first place, it depends on your family connections!
Reply #142009-02-05
Are you a beauty? By the way, why haven’t you given me any points... Such a meaningful reply.....
Reply #152009-02-05
I’m a woman. Whether I’m beautiful or not depends on how others see me; I’m not like Furong Jie, who keeps saying she’s beautiful~:lol
Reply #162009-02-05
Full of confidence.... :L :L :L
Reply #172009-02-05
:$ You noticed all that!
Reply #182009-02-05
These days, taking the civil service exam is similar to taking the college entrance exam in the past; it’s better to first pursue a master’s degree and then a PhD. But it depends on the individual
Reply #192009-02-05
Do you know the specifics? Graduates who finished school in 2005 have a hard time finding jobs. The situation for those with a doctorate is even worse; it was difficult already back then. If you go on to pursue a graduate degree now, you’re just waiting to be unemployed after graduation. As for pursuing a doctorate, by then even schools in the northwest won’t want you...
Reply #202009-02-05
What does a design institute mainly do? :loveliness: Do they handle design work? Does that mean there’s no need to do experiments or go to the factory?
Reply #212009-02-05
After all this time, it turns out the original poster is a genius – you managed to figure that out. :lol :lol :lol

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