Some universities- especially private universities- do offer
double degrees at the undergraduate level. That means, you can graduate with
two degrees from related areas. Even if your university doesn’t offer a double
degree, it could just as well offer additional units in certain disciplines to
augment what you are already studying. Here are the most common double degrees
that could be of immense value.
1. Computer Science
and Statistics/Math.
Computer Science and Statistics are subjects that complement
each other. A data analyst, for example, needs skills of both a computer
scientist and a statistician, to make valuable conclusions.
2. Hospitality and
Foreign Languages.
In the hospitality industry, you’ll likely speak with guests
that are fluent in a language other than English or
Kiswahili. If you work in
high end hotels especially, then a double degree/ concentration in each of the
above disciplines will add value to your skills in innumerable ways.
3. Engineering and
Computer Science.
Much of the engineering problems are now solved by complex
computer programs, further increasing the need for an engineer to be proficient
in programming as well. In fact, some disciplines like electrical engineering
and Computer Science are rapidly merging.
4. Economics, Finance
and Accounting.
If you take a
discipline in any of the above degrees, then it would also be appropriate to
also take additional elective units in the other related disciplines. In fact,
many graduates of economics, Finance, and Accounting work in similar
industries, or in industries that overlap.
5. Sociology, Human
Resource, and Administration.
If you are in any of the above disciplines, you will likely be
dealing with people, either in the NGO industry, media, or in government. A
degree in any of the above disciplines, plus additional elective units/
courses, in the other units would be a good addition.
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