So, becoming a mathematician is your dream job, huh? There are so many great careers in mathematics that you can find with a math major.

I don't know what's your definition of excellent. Perhaps, good at math is good enough for you to pursue a degree in math. Usually, students get a math major because they enjoy solving problems. Well, no one said it would be easy. However, if you succeed with this major, you can probably write your own tickets to many jobs.

Oh thanks for your reply! I see.. I am currently doing A levels. My maths lecturer said she understands nothing about further mathematics but she still teaches us very well. Does that mean that it's okay if you can't cope with fmaths to become a lecturer? Am a bit confused.

Regarding what you said, I've thought of pursuing an engineering degree, but have no really preference or interest in any specific engineering field. And honestly, I'm not even sure if I am capable of doing an engineering degree. I am currently only doing 3 subjects for A levels, Maths Physics and Chem. I scored all As for AS but no A stars..
If I really were to pursue an engineering degree, would u recommend any specific one?

Thanks in advance

Does your math teacher has a math degree, or just a general science degree??

If you don't understand further maths (i.e. only know the steps to solve a problem without understanding, then a maths degree is not for you). I'm not sure about the degree offered in Malaysia, but overseas, maths and natural sciences degree are very rigorous and demanding. Having an interest and excel in rudimentary math are both necessary requirements, but not a sufficient requirement in order to succeed in this field. You need to have a good math intuition, logical thinking skills and critical analysis.

3 subjects at A-level are more than enough. Most angmo only take 3 A-level subjects. It doesn't matter what engineering you choose, most engineering degree starts with the same basic in the first 2 years, they only specialise and decide in 3 years. Check with your respective uni.

During my studies in UK, I've seen a number of students changing from a math degree to engineering, i.e. they start from year 1 again after spending 1 year in the math degree line. The same with physics. Haven't come across anyone that changes from engineering to math/physics.

An engineering degree is more applied, whereas a math degree can be quite theoretical and abstract. You can of course opt for applied maths in the later years, but first 2 years you need to learn quite a wide range of maths, which is not covered in A-level, so it's hard to explain to you.