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LOOKING AHEAD 10 YEARS: COLLEGE MAJORS EDITION

Mar 14,2023


As the world continues to change at a rapid pace, so do the majors offered by
colleges and universities. The past decade has seen the rise of majors in fields
such as data science and digital marketing. Looking to the future, here are some
of the up-and-coming college majors that may emerge in the next 10 years.

Climate Science and Sustainability

With climate change becoming an increasingly pressing issue, it is likely that
climate science and sustainability will become a popular college major in the
future. Students in this major would learn about the causes and effects of
climate change and how to create sustainable solutions for a greener planet.
Graduates could go on to work in industries such as renewable energy,
conservation, and sustainable agriculture.

Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

As technology continues to advance, so do the threats to our digital security.
Cybersecurity and information assurance majors would learn how to protect
computer networks, systems, and data from cyber threats such as hacking and
phishing. Graduates could go on to work in fields such as government, finance,
and healthcare.

Biomedical Engineering

With the increasing demand for medical technology, it is likely that biomedical
engineering will become a popular college major in the future. Students in this
major would learn how to design and develop medical devices, equipment, and
software. Graduates could go on to work in industries such as medical
technology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Artificial intelligence and machine learning have already started to transform
many industries, from finance to healthcare. It is likely that this trend will
continue, and AI and machine learning will become a popular college major in the
future. Students in this major would learn how to develop and implement AI and
machine learning algorithms and applications. Graduates could go on to work in
fields such as data science, finance, and tech.

Virtual and Augmented Reality

Virtual and augmented reality technology has already started to make an impact
in industries such as gaming and entertainment. In the future, it is likely that
this technology will become more widely used in fields such as education and
healthcare. Students in this major would learn how to design and develop virtual
and augmented reality applications and experiences. Graduates could go on to
work in industries such as education, healthcare, and entertainment.

Urban Planning and Design

As cities continue to grow and evolve, it is likely that urban planning and
design will become a popular college major in the future. Students in this major
would learn how to design and plan cities and communities to be more livable,
sustainable, and equitable. Graduates could go on to work in fields such as
architecture, real estate, and government.

In conclusion, the world is constantly changing, and with it, the majors offered
by colleges and universities. These up-and-coming majors show the direction in
which the job market is likely to move in the next decade. Students who are
considering their future college major should keep these trends in mind and be
prepared to adapt to the ever-changing job market.





ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Tina Murtagh is a student at UNR, studying Marketing/Public Relations



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LOOKING AHEAD 10 YEARS: COLLEGE MAJORS EDITION


LOOKING AHEAD 10 YEARS: COLLEGE MAJORS EDITION

Looking Ahead 10 Years: College Majors Edition

As the world continues to change at a rapid pace, so do the majors offered by
colleges and universities. The past decade has seen the rise of majors in fields
such as data science and digital marketing. Looking to the future, here are some
of the up-and-coming college majors that may emerge in the next 10 years.

Climate Science and Sustainability

With climate change becoming an increasingly pressing issue, it is likely that
climate science and sustainability will become a popular college major in the
future. Students in this major would learn about the causes and effects of
climate change and how to create sustainable solutions for a greener planet.
Graduates could go on to work in industries such as renewable energy,
conservation, and sustainable agriculture.

Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

As technology continues to advance, so do the threats to our digital security.
Cybersecurity and information assurance majors would learn how to protect
computer networks, systems, and data from cyber threats such as hacking and
phishing. Graduates could go on to work in fields such as government, finance,
and healthcare.

Biomedical Engineering

With the increasing demand for medical technology, it is likely that biomedical
engineering will become a popular college major in the future. Students in this
major would learn how to design and develop medical devices, equipment, and
software. Graduates could go on to work in industries such as medical
technology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Artificial intelligence and machine learning have already started to transform
many industries, from finance to healthcare. It is likely that this trend will
continue, and AI and machine learning will become a popular college major in the
future. Students in this major would learn how to develop and implement AI and
machine learning algorithms and applications. Graduates could go on to work in
fields such as data science, finance, and tech.

Virtual and Augmented Reality

Virtual and augmented reality technology has already started to make an impact
in industries such as gaming and entertainment. In the future, it is likely that
this technology will become more widely used in fields such as education and
healthcare. Students in this major would learn how to design and develop virtual
and augmented reality applications and experiences. Graduates could go on to
work in industries such as education, healthcare, and entertainment.

Urban Planning and Design

As cities continue to grow and evolve, it is likely that urban planning and
design will become a popular college major in the future. Students in this major
would learn how to design and plan cities and communities to be more livable,
sustainable, and equitable. Graduates could go on to work in fields such as
architecture, real estate, and government.

In conclusion, the world is constantly changing, and with it, the majors offered
by colleges and universities. These up-and-coming majors show the direction in
which the job market is likely to move in the next decade. Students who are
considering their future college major should keep these trends in mind and be
prepared to adapt to the ever-changing job market.

 

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