Parents have always been the guides and decision-makers of their children, and their choices can have a significant impact on their children's future. When it comes to choosing a college major, some majors that were once highly sought-after are now facing employment difficulties. As parents, we should be wary of these professions to avoid our children from embarking on a difficult career path.
Journalism used to be the starting point for many people's dreams. In the era of underdeveloped information, journalism is regarded as an important force to grasp the pulse of society and influence public opinion. However, with the rise of the Internet and the popularity of social networking**, the traditional news model is facing unprecedented challenges. The position of journalist, once known as the uncrowned king, is now in jeopardy. Unless you enter the system to serve in the service of state institutions, the employment situation after graduation can be very poor.
Over the past few years, dramatic changes in journalism have become apparent. Many traditional newspapers and institutions have had to lay off staff or close down, while many new platforms and self-publishers have risen rapidly. This has led to a lot of competition, and experienced journalists have had to compete with young self-screws in a fierce market. In addition, the level of income in the journalism industry has also dropped significantly, and the stress and uncertainty of journalists' work have increased.
So, if our children have a strong interest in journalism and have the ability to think creatively and adapt to change, they may still have a chance to succeed in the industry. But for students who don't have a clear career plan and are ready to enter the system, choosing a journalism major may not be wise.
The teaching profession used to be one of the choices of many people because the teaching profession was considered a profession full of dignity and decency. However, with the development of society and the intensification of competition, the teaching profession faces many challenges. First of all, the competition for teachers is becoming more and more intense, and the old days of graduation and allocation are long gone. Over the past decade, the number of applicants for the teacher qualification examination has increased dramatically, and the pressure of competition has increased exponentially.
In addition, with the decrease in the number of newborns and the increase in the number of teachers, the demand in the education industry is also gradually decreasing. This means that many graduating teacher training students will face fierce competition for jobs. Unless a child has a very clear career plan and a strong passion for becoming a teacher, blindly pursuing the teaching profession can be challenging.
The architecture profession was once highly sought-after, and many aspiring young people wanted to express their creativity through this profession and reap rich rewards. However, as China's urbanization process gradually peaks, the era of large-scale demolition and construction is gone. This is a huge challenge for the construction industry.
In addition, the construction industry is closely related to the real estate market. Due to changes in the real estate market, the demand in the construction industry will also be affected. The current downturn in the real estate market has led to many real estate companies in trouble, and even state-owned enterprises are under pressure to survive. The decline in the number of newborns also means that the outlook for the construction industry is not encouraging.
Therefore, the choice of architecture major needs to be carefully considered. Both parents and children need to be aware that this profession is no longer a guaranteed card.
English majors were once considered the key to opening the door to the world and are a popular major pursued by many people. However, the situation has changed now. Compared to other majors, English majors provide relatively little industry knowledge. Most companies value business and industry knowledge, and English is just a basic communication tool.
In addition, with the rapid development of AI translation technology, the employment prospects of English majors are gradually weakening. The continuous improvement of artificial intelligence translation methods has greatly improved the efficiency and accuracy of translation, and also reduced the demand for professional translators. As a result, English majors may face employment difficulties and uncertain futures.
In summary, choosing a college major is an important decision that has a significant impact on a child's future. When choosing a major, parents should be wary of those majors that were once brilliant but are now in a poor employment situation. Unless the child has a very clear career plan and a strong interest in these majors, it is better to choose other majors that are more promising.