My daughter is a neet aspirant who is confused in choosing the extra subject along with PCB for class 11. She has been studying maths since May and has completed 2 chapters already. But now she is thinking to change her subject because of time management issues. Please tell if she should choose Bitechnology, Computer Science or continue with maths, taking board/school exams as well as NEET preperation into consideration.

Ans: Hello A,

To begin with, your daughter’s career cannot be determined solely by her interests. Talent and personality also play a key role and must be taken into consideration. Before deciding on a career path, it is important to take an aptitude test. Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are two careers that can be followed with a degree in computer science. Statistical and actuarial sciences are typically recognized as attractive career options.

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Ans: Hi Soni

Based on the information that you have provided, I feel humanities will be a good fit for her. Commerce has a lot of accounting math. I am not sure if she will enjoy that. With humanities, she can study social sciences / liberal arts and simultaneously prepare for UPSC. As a second option, she can then try for entrepreneurship related areas where she has freedom and flexibility. I would also urge to identify any creative pursuits if she has. Creative careers are on the rise and also pay well.

Ans: It's great that your daughter has clear career aspirations, but it's important to remember that there are multiple paths to achieving them. Here are some points to consider:

UPSC is a highly competitive exam, and the success rate is relatively low. So, it's always good to have a backup plan. While pursuing her studies, your daughter can also prepare for other government exams, such as the state civil services or bank exams, as these can also offer good career prospects. But here, it will be a 9 to 5 job, as you said she doesn't want a 9-5 job.

Also If she doesn't want a 9 to 5 job, then she can consider careers in law, journalism, or entrepreneurship. These fields offer a lot of flexibility and the opportunity to work on her own terms.

If she is good at maths but doesn't like to solve complex problems, then she can consider commerce as an option. A career in finance or accounting can be a good fit for her.

Humanities can also be a good option for her if she is interested in subjects like history, geography, or political science. These fields can also help her in her UPSC preparations.

Lastly, while earning lots of money is a valid goal, it's important to also consider other factors like job satisfaction and work-life balance. Your daughter should choose a career that aligns with her interests and passions, rather than just focusing on the financial aspect.

Overall, encourage your daughter to explore different fields and subjects, and to keep an open mind about her career options. With hard work and dedication, she can achieve success in any field she chooses.

Ans: Hi,
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That's a good question.

Since she is a NEET aspirant, there's no need to worry about the fourth subject, whether it's Mathematics, Biotechnology, or Computer Science. My suggestion is to stick with Mathematics. Studying Math will help her tackle the physics portion of the NEET exam more easily, especially since many students often struggle with the calculations in that section.

So, don’t worry; the choice you’ve made is the best one. There is NO benefit to choosing Computer Science at this time, and while a few questions may appear in NEET related to Biotechnology, those will mostly be covered in Biology. So, please proceed with Mathematics. I hope you understand my point.

From now on, please don’t change her mind or let her get distracted.

One suggestion I have is that she should start preparing for NEET immediately. How? She should download the NEET syllabus from the official website and go through it. Encourage her to segregate the chapters based on Class 11 and Class 12. For any topics in the Class 11 syllabus, she should review them and clarify any doubts in her regular classes before completing that syllabus. The same approach should be applied for Class 12 as well.

Additionally, she should try some free mock tests available online. Encourage her to practice yoga and meditation, as this will help her manage stress. With a focused approach, she can score well and secure a seat in top medical colleges like AIIMS or JIPMER.

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All the best!