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If I weren’t to get a degree in computer science, I would definitely look into switching to the following five majors.

 Kinesiology'''

There is a growing demand in kinesiology professionals because the number of illnesses have been increasing, causing individuals to care more about their physical health. The kinesiology program at University of Toronto focuses on physiological and psychological aspects of human health. I have always actively played sports and worked out; however, I am curious in the inner mechanisms of exercising so that I can potentially improve my performance. The first year kinesiology course, KPE120H1 (Foundations of Sport, Exercise, and Health Psychology), focuses on the psychological concepts related to sports and exercise. Understanding the psychology behind physical exercise may allow an overall better performance. This course is taught by Prof. Katherine Tamminen whom specializes in researching about sport psychology, stress, coping and emotion, youth sport and adolescent athletes, and qualitative research methodology. In 2014, she wrote the article “A qualitative examination of the impact of microgrants to promote physical activity among adolescents”. This article explains how the funding towards community organizations in which support health initiatives will elevate the levels of physical activity in adolescents. By reading this article, it is evident that she truly cares about the health of adolescents which makes me more interested in taking KPE120H1. The skills needed in order to succeed in kinesiology, is a passion for health and wellness, the ability to find balance between school and fitness, and the capability to constantly learn new information since the knowledge of the human body is still growing. Rotman Commerce

Prior to coming to university, I have never been interested in studying business. However, after indulging in the potential careers that computer science (my program) offers, I have realized that many of these careers require business skills. For example, if I choose to create a startup tech company through programming, I will need to know how to manage my company as it grows. Thus, the first year commerce course, RSM100H (Introduction to Management) interests me. This course introduces the basics of corporations, corporate governance, organizational behaviour, strategy, and operation in a canadian context. John M. Oesch, the professor that teaches this course, also has published many journals and research articles. For instance, he wrote the journal, “Journal of Business Venturing”, which explains theories pertaining to entrepreneurship. This journal interests me because if I was to start my own startup tech company, I would need a deep understanding of entrepreneurship. Therefore, if I was not in computer science, I would look into studying Rotman Commerce.

East Asian Studies

Due to being a Canadian with an East Asian heritage, I have always been interested in learning more about my ancestors and their culture. The course that I am particularly looking forward to take is the third year course, EAS357H1 (Mao’s China and Beyond). This course focuses on the victory of the Chinese Communist party, the legacy of Mao Zedong, and the economic reform when Deng Xiaoping was ruling. The reason why I am interested in learning about the time when Mao Zedong was in charge is because my grandparents used to frequently mention how they had been greatly affected by his ruling. This course is taught by Professor Linda Feng. She focuses on chinese cultural history and has written the book “City of Marvel and Transformation: Chang’an and Narratives of Experience in Tang Dynasty China.” This book explains what had happened in the perspective of the inhabitants of China during the Tang Dynasty. I am interested in reading this novel because it will give me more insight to the history of my heritage.

Philosophy

I am currently taking my first philosophy course, HPS100 (The History and Philosophy of Science), which I find extremely intriguing. This course has sparked an interest in philosophy since it involves the discussion of unanswered phenomena. The philosophy program at University of Toronto dives into philosophical theories, famous philosophers, and intellectual techniques such as logic. One particular course I am interested in taking is the first year course, PHL100 (Introduction to Philosophy). This course is taught by Professor Elmar J. Kremer and introduces the basis of propositional logic, as well as typical philosophical problems and arguments. Professor Elmar J. Kremer is a qualified professor as he graduated from Yale University, and has many publications. For example, he composed a paper called “The Hume Plantinga Objection to the Argument from Design.” This paper further reasons why we exist due to god existing. Thus, the course PHL100 interests me because the professor is qualified and the content sounds interesting to me.

 Pharmacology

If I was not studying Computer Science, then I would have chosen to study pharmacology. The interaction between a drug and the human body has always amazed me. How could such a tiny pill have the capability to take a person’s entire life away? The pharmacology program at the University of Toronto focuses on the interaction between chemical drugs and living systems. In addition, the program examines different clinical drugs, how they are used, and how the human body reacts to each drug. The course that I am specifically looking forward to take is PCL200H1 (Drugs & the Brain). This course is taught by Dr. Amy Ramsey and covers how the brain reacts to illicit and prescribed drugs. Dr. Amy Ramsey specializes in the research of animals with schizophrenia, neuropharmacology, NMDA receptor biology. She has over 10 published paper mainly explaining the relationships between specific chemicals and the human brain. This course attracts me because I will be able to understand what a person is exposing their brain to after popping in a pill. Not only will this knowledge allow me to alert a person before they use an illicit drug, but also understand what is truly happening with my brain when I take prescribed drugs.

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