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What is a minor?
Minor refers to an extra major that students can choose to study outside their major during their college years. Minor usually requires students to take a certain number of minor courses in addition to their major courses and get certain credits. The study time of minor major is relatively short, generally about 2 years, which is longer than that of major major.

Minor is mainly to broaden students' knowledge and provide more subject choices and development opportunities. Minors can be related to majors or majors in different fields. Students can choose a suitable minor according to their interests and career planning. Students can obtain a minor certificate or degree after completing their minor studies. Minor has a positive impact on students' future career development and academic research.