Considering a major change? How to choose the right major for you.

Think about it: Do you really want to change majors? How far along in your degree are you? If you are in the second semester of your fourth year and are about to graduate it probably isn’t the best time for a major change. If you are sure you want to change your major you should ask yourself, why? What are you hoping to get out of a major change? Maybe you are changing your major so you can get a specific type of job after graduation or maybe you just want to change to a major you enjoy more.

Take some classes: Make sure you take at least a couple of courses offered by the major you are considering changing to.

Ask an advisor: Before making any decision about changing majors you should consult with an academic advisor and see if a major change is the best option for you. The advisor may suggest a combined degree or doing a double major instead. Explain why you want to change majors and any specific career goals that you may have. Below is information about the different faculty advising offices.

Faculty of Arts and Science
SU060; 403-329-5106, artsci.advising@uleth.ca
Lynn Ambedian, Brenda Bell, Carla Buziak-Prus, Shawn Johnsrude, Sue Kovach, Lesley Rode, Barb Wolstoncroft

Faculty of Education
B820; 403-329-2254, edu.sps@uleth.ca
Trevor Humphrey, Judy Lavorato

Faculty of Fine Arts
W660; 403-329-2691; make an appointment online
James Dobbie, j.dobbie@uleth.ca; Valerie Richardson, richardson@uleth.ca

School of Health Sciences
AH166; 403-329-2699, health.sciences@uleth.ca
Jennifer McArthur, Tom Samuel

Faculty of Management
Lethbridge Campus
E480; 403-329-2153, undergrad.management@uleth.ca
Joan Kendall, Shyanne Shannon, Kathleen Willms

Talk with friends: If you have friends who are already majoring in the subject you are considering switching to ask them about their experiences and what they like and dislike about the major. Ask about professors and the workload involved in most courses.