Science or Liberal Arts?|要读哪一科呢？

Science or Liberal Arts?

要读哪一科呢？

 

提示

　　现代社会变动太快，就算是热门科系，你考进去时和毕业时的状况也会有很大的差异，因此在选择就读该科系前务必要了解自己想要往哪方面去攻读，选你所爱。目前适逢毕业前夕，如何选定自己的目标则成了每一个学生必须面临的挑战，请以 "Science or Liberal Arts?" 为题，写一篇文长至少 120 个单词（words）的文章，表达选择就读某一科系的理由。文分两段，第一段点出选择这个领域的益处，第二段则列举这个领域对你在工作上或生活上有什么帮助。

 

审题

由于现今社会趋势变动太快，学生们往往徘徊在升学的十字路口上，面临要往哪里走的这个难题。大致说来，除了应考虑个人兴趣之外，也得考虑将来现实面的问题。然而，只有自己知道自己真正想要的是什么，所以每个学生都应用审慎的态度去选择并迈向自己的理想。

根据提示，可知本篇作文是论说文。论说文的目的就是要说服读者接受自己的观点或看法。基本上，这种写法是要『晓之以理』而非『动之以情』。其要点如下：

1.   内文的『论点』须站得住脚，否则很难说服你的读者接受你的看法。

2.   内文的『论证』宜讲求方法，合乎逻辑。

3.   内文的『论据』要真实可靠，且要合情合理，不可似是而非或无中生有。

 

动动脑（Brainstorming）

第一段：为什么选择这个领域。

•    就读这个领域的优势及好处。

•    这个领域对于未来的优势及好处。

第二段：该领域的将来性与现实面。

•    要如何从这个领域发展。

•    该领域对人生有何帮助。

 

利用 1 W + 1 H (Why & How)

第一段 Why is studying this major better than studying another field?

• Studying this field can develop many skills.

• Students can learn more specific skills than from other degrees.

第二段 How does having this degree make getting a job easier?

• Majoring in this field can give graduates a better chance at finding a job.

• Students should definitely consider enrolling in the program they are interested in.

结论句 Students should consider the benefits of the program when deciding what to major in.

 

大纲

主题句：   Although some people may disagree, I believe it's better for students to major in liberal arts than in science.

a.   The critics of liberal arts degrees are wrong.

b.   Studying for a liberal arts degree gives students valuable skills.

c.   Liberal arts students may learn more interesting facts and historical lessons than science ones.

发展句：   A degree in liberal arts is superior to a science degree because it provides young people with skills that enrich their lives in other ways.

a.   Employers value employees with liberal arts degrees.

b.   Having a liberal arts degree allows people to see the world in a different way.

结论句：   Students should consider the benefits of a liberal arts education when deciding what to major in.

 

范文

　　Although some people may disagree, I believe it's better for students to major in liberal arts than in science. Critics of liberal arts often argue that this kind of degree does not prepare students adequately. However, this is not true. In fact, a liberal arts degree provides students with valuable transferable skills, such as critical thinking, communication skills, and flexibility.

　　A degree in liberal arts is superior to a science degree because it prepares young people for work and enriches their lives in other ways. In terms of assisting with employment opportunities, this type of education is valued by many employers. The skills gained from a liberal arts education will allow him or her to see the world in a more informed manner, so students should consider the benefits of a liberal arts education when deciding what to major in.

　　虽然有些人可能不同意，但我认为对学生来说，主修文科会比主修理科来得好。批评文科的人往往认为这种学位不会让学生做好充份的准备。然而，事实并非如此。事实上，文科学位提供了学生很宝贵的随身本领，像是批判性思考、沟通技巧及灵活度。

　　文科的学位优于理科学位，因为它可以帮助年轻人为工作做好准备，而且可以用其他方式来丰富他们的人生。而就协助就业的方面而言，这类教育受到许多雇主重视。从文科教育所获得的技能会让他（她）的眼界更开阔，所以学生在决定要以哪一科为主修时，应该要多考虑文科教育的优势。

另一观点之范文

　　In my opinion, it's more important for students to study science than liberal arts. There are a number of reasons why I believe this to be true. First, majoring in science is more practical than majoring in liberal arts. In science fields like math, chemistry, and biology, students learn specific and useful skills. On the other hand, liberal arts programs don't focus on skills that can be used in the real world. While liberal arts students may learn interesting facts and historical lessons, this knowledge isn't that useful in everyday life.

　　Another reason it's better for students to go into science is that it will make it much easier for them to get a job. There is a shortage of skilled engineers and other scientists. Because of this, finding well-paying jobs isn't hard for science graduates. Therefore, my advice to students just entering university is to major in science.

　　我认为对学生来说，学习理科会比文科来得重要。我对此深信不疑的理由有很多。第一，主修理科会比主修文科来得实用。像是数学、化学及生物学这些自然学科的领域中，学生会学到特定及有用的技能。另一方面，文科课程并不着重于可以运用在现实世界的技巧。虽然文科的学生们可能会学到有趣的事实及历史教训，但这种知识在现实生活中可能没那么有用。

　　另一个学生进入自然科学领域比较好的理由是因为这会让他们更容易找到工作。现在很缺乏技术熟练的工程师以及其他的科学工作者。正因如此，对理科毕业生来说，要找到收入不错的工作并不难。因此，我给刚进入大学的学生的建议就是要主修理科。