anna_20 Posted March 29, 2008 Report Share Posted March 29, 2008 I'm starting my first year of a Bachelor of Community Rehab in September. I'm wondering if it would be advantageous for me to do a combined degree of BCR/BSc in psych? My ultimate goal is to become a psychiatrist, so I definitely have an interest in doing the psych degree. I'm hesitant because it would add an additional year to my undergrad studies. Also, the heavier courseload would probably cause me to have lower GPA and make it more difficult for me to do the pre-reqs. Any input about this would be greatly appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skvangs Posted March 29, 2008 Report Share Posted March 29, 2008 I'm starting my first year of a Bachelor of Community Rehab in September. I'm wondering if it would be advantageous for me to do a combined degree of BCR/BSc in psych? My ultimate goal is to become a psychiatrist, so I definitely have an interest in doing the psych degree. I'm hesitant because it would add an additional year to my undergrad studies. Also, the heavier courseload would probably cause me to have lower GPA and make it more difficult for me to do the pre-reqs. Any input about this would be greatly appreciated! Hold on a wee moment there. You, (like me) are still in high school, so firstly take it one step at a time. First aim to get into med school. Now, where do you want to do this degree? Secondly if you are planning on going to an Ontario med school, realize this, most have now no prereqs. So if you really want to do meds, then aim for the highest GPA possible, no matter what area of study you wish to pursue. Doing a psych degree will not in any way shape or form give you an advantage in terms of getting into Medical school. Just my $0.02. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futuredoc Posted March 29, 2008 Report Share Posted March 29, 2008 skvangs is correct. As long as your prereq's are ok (some schools have them), the schools couldn't care less what you take. Aim for the GPA, and don't go for the extra year if you plan to be a doctor. If you feel that there is a chance you may not be able not get in however (which is quite reasonable), you should be prepared to have a useful degree. Sorry if the above statement seems harsh but I am a first year student at Dal, and already I have seen the chances of premed hopefuls go down the drain b/c of GPA. But on the bright side, do well and you could be a doctor! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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