For the longest time, I've always wanted to do a double degree in law and business but recently I've been wanting to become a nurse and now I can't decide on which one I want to do. So I decided to do nursing first since it only went for 3 years and then my double degree which goes for 5 years. Which one would be better and what should I do?
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Should I do bachelor nursing or a double degree in law and business? (1 Viewer)
- Thread starter Mae808
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There are a number of factors that should be taken into consideration if you wish to make an informed decision.
Your personal interests:
It is clear from your post that both options appeal to you. If you feel that you cannot confidently answer a question like "Would you be more motivated/interested in studying nursing or law/business?", I think that you should approach this aspect by trying to determine elements that would give one option the edge over the other. For example:
Information relating to the degrees:
The advantage that is typically offered by double degrees is a wider range of employment opportunities. In your case, a Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws would enable you to work in either business or law, or a profession that combines the knowledge and skills gained from both fields. On the other hand, a Bachelor of Nursing will only allow you to work in nursing.
Additionally, it is important to note that ATAR requirements vary significantly between a Bachelor of Nursing and a Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws, where the latter typically requires a considerably higher ATAR. Of course, this does not suggest that it is impossible to study a Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws, especially if you achieve the required ATAR/selection rank and/or succeed in receiving an offer via a relevant scheme(s), which may vary depending on the university that you wish to attend.
I hope this helps!
Your personal interests:
It is clear from your post that both options appeal to you. If you feel that you cannot confidently answer a question like "Would you be more motivated/interested in studying nursing or law/business?", I think that you should approach this aspect by trying to determine elements that would give one option the edge over the other. For example:
- Do you have an idea as to the particular field(s) of business that you wish to study as part of a Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws and do you feel that the multitude of business fields is an aspect of the business discipline that makes this option more suitable choice for you?
- Of a hospital/hospital-like environment or an office environment, which would you consider to be more comfortable for you?
- Do you feel like you would be happier to commit to a shorter period of study?
Information relating to the degrees:
The advantage that is typically offered by double degrees is a wider range of employment opportunities. In your case, a Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws would enable you to work in either business or law, or a profession that combines the knowledge and skills gained from both fields. On the other hand, a Bachelor of Nursing will only allow you to work in nursing.
Additionally, it is important to note that ATAR requirements vary significantly between a Bachelor of Nursing and a Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws, where the latter typically requires a considerably higher ATAR. Of course, this does not suggest that it is impossible to study a Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws, especially if you achieve the required ATAR/selection rank and/or succeed in receiving an offer via a relevant scheme(s), which may vary depending on the university that you wish to attend.
I hope this helps!