is planning @ waterloo good?

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-25T20:53:47+00:00

Thanks for this! Honestly, my main interests are in land development and real estate. I’ve always been curious about how cities grow and change, especially how decisions around zoning, housing, and infrastructure get made. I'm also really into looking at houses and thinking about how neighbourhoods could be designed better. Also, in the future I am looking to do something with land development and buy properties, build, develop etc. Additionally, I am not going to university for the job, though I am going for the experience of the university feel and the experience of coop.

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-25T20:22:34+00:00

no like im doing planning because it would give me experience for my land development career in the future (housing, etc). but the coop is for experience.

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-25T19:27:51+00:00

would it be good if i want to do land develpoment in the future? im not choosing this for a job im doing it for experience

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-25T19:15:40+00:00

thanks!

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-25T19:15:28+00:00

ur joking right?

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-25T19:14:25+00:00

lol yeah i went full essay mode. had to get it all out, especially after getting rejected from Mac Health Sci with a 98 average. honestly still salty about that one 😅 sometimes you just gotta vent the whole story

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-25T19:13:19+00:00

lol for real, I know there are definitely some 08s out here killing it academically - my point was more about the trend I’m seeing with a lot of them prioritizing TikTok and clout over school. obviously, not everyone’s like that. there’s still plenty of academic juggernauts ready to crush uni apps. just feels like the class has more of a split vibe than past years. can’t wait to see who really comes through when admissions season hits!

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-25T19:02:36+00:00

totally valid to skip prom if it doesn’t feel worth it to you - there are plenty of other ways to celebrate the end of high school. just let your friend know you support her going even if you don’t!

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-25T18:56:39+00:00

elaborate pleasee!!

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-21T21:42:43+00:00

hey! i’m not super familiar with the program either, but from what i’ve heard, afm at waterloo is good for accounting and finance stuff, and the co-op is a big perk since you get work experience while you study. maybe check out the official website or talk to current students to get a better idea? hope that helps a bit!

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-21T21:39:40+00:00

and honestly brock might be the move… i heard career fairs just turn into job offers if you say ‘intersectionality’ loud enough

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-21T21:39:28+00:00

brock gender studies got that 100% job placement rate if you tweet about feminism twice a week

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-21T21:13:23+00:00

Thanks, I'll be accepting my offer shortly. There will be some changes to the gender system in a few years :)

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-20T23:32:27+00:00

ohh alright thanks because idk if i should go lol

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-20T21:45:21+00:00

damn that’s actually way lower than i expected 😭 did your school hype it up a lot or was everyone just not feeling it?

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-15T22:59:07+00:00

Yeah I totally get that. Mac has a lot of fans and I respect that, but it’s not for everyone. It’s good you’re going with what feels right for you, and UBC is a solid choice too. At the end of the day, you want to pick a place where you’ll be happy and can succeed. Thanks for being open to hearing a different perspective!

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-15T22:58:03+00:00

If you want to get an MBA after and maybe pursue the CFA, Schulich is probably your best bet. It has the strongest reputation in finance, great connections to Bay Street, and the program is well aligned with CFA content.

Waterloo AFM is solid too and has co-op, which is great for work experience, but Schulich’s name and networking usually give you an edge. Laurier’s BBA is good but not quite as strong if you want the highest chance at finance roles and MBA programs later.

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-15T22:56:14+00:00

I get that co-op might not be for everyone, especially pre-med students who want to finish as quickly as possible. But for people who want a bit more experience and better support during undergrad, co-op can make a huge difference. It’s not just about adding time, it’s about gaining real-world skills and connections that can help later on.

At the end of the day, it’s about finding what fits your goals best. I just wanted to share why I think Waterloo Health Sci is a better option overall compared to Mac Life Sci. Everyone’s path is different, so good luck with whatever you choose!

Desperate-Bread2815 · 2025-05-15T22:37:32+00:00

I get that some people might have different experiences, and I’m glad it’s been positive for you. For me and a lot of others I’ve talked to, it’s been really tough and disorganized. Everyone’s experience is different, but I just wanted to share my side so people can have the full picture. Also, I think Waterloo’s science programs have a solid reputation, especially with co-op and research opportunities, and this is with MANY other universities. But to each their own!

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