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Once you have determined what career path you want to take, it is easy to know what classes you should take because of the degree requirements. However, if you have not determined what path is the right one for you, then choosing a course of study can be very difficult.
There are a couple of ways that you can go about choosing your courses until you know which direction that you really want to go. One way is to just focus on your core classes. Taking your core classes can give you more time to think about what it is that you want to do with your life. As you are studying and working in these core classes, you may become more aware of your strengths and weaknesses, and what you would really enjoy doing.
Another option, is to take some elective classes. Taking some of the classes that you think may be a possible career path for you can help you decide if it is really like you think it will be. You can find out just how much you like it. Many people like this approach, because no one wants to work through a degree, only to find that they do not like the career field, and wish that they would have done something else.
Either option works well for most people. If you try both and still have a hard time deciding, a career counselor may be able to help you make that final determination on which degree you want to pursue.
