In addition, freshmen don't need to repeat a grade when they change majors, because the knowledge of each major is still relatively basic, and sophomores can also make up for it.
Taking Jimei University in Fujian as an example, the requirements for changing majors are as follows:
1. Apply for and take the transfer exam.
Changing majors requires the consent of both departments, especially the two majors with great differences in departments and majors. Generally speaking, transferring to colleges and universities will organize examinations on basic subjects and professional knowledge. It is relatively easy for our college to change majors, or turn to unpopular majors; Some popular departments have high requirements for transfer students' grades and few places; It will be more difficult for liberal arts students to change to science or engineering, and vice versa.
Suggestion: If you plan to change your major from the beginning, you can usually learn about the relevant knowledge of the target major, or even go to class directly, and maybe even brush your face in front of the teacher.
2. Understand quota restrictions
Colleges and universities have regulations on the number of places to transfer majors, which are generally controlled at 10%-20% of the total number of students in the whole year, and some are lower. Even if you pass the exam, you still have to face the competition for places. This also requires psychological preparation in advance.
3. Performance requirements
There is a high demand for students' grades when changing majors. Many students who have changed their major experience lamented that students with good grades changed their major smoothly, while students with poor grades generally had no chance. The reason is that most colleges and universities require excellent grades for students who change majors. For example, in our school, students who want to change majors need to be in the top 30% of their grades, and then they can't fail in the exam.
Suggestion: It is better to study hard. In fact, universities are more likely to stand out in their professional achievements than high schools. The key is to work hard.
4. Confirmation of results
Each college determines the transfer students according to the specific quota, academic performance and examination results.
To sum up: learn the knowledge of this major well, strive to improve the ranking, and ensure the transfer of professional qualifications; At the same time, understand the relevant knowledge of the target major to prepare for the future.
Several students around me have successfully changed their majors, but you can still do it if you want.