A civil engineer had originally selected 'Other' instead of 'Applied Sciences' for field of specialization, and was weighing whether to update it ahead of a STEM-based draw.
- Engineering fields generally fall under 'Applied Sciences.' Members pointed out that engineering, as a discipline, is itself considered an applied science.
- Other applicants in technical fields (e.g. IT) also select 'Applied Sciences.' This reinforces that it's the appropriate category for engineering and related technical professions, not a niche choice.
Takeaway: if your background is in an engineering discipline and you're currently listed under 'Other,' updating to 'Applied Sciences' is consistent with how the group described the category — engineering is treated as an applied science field.