One of a person’s greatest life-changing decisions is picking a professional stream. It determines the direction their career and a personal path will go in the future and serves as a stepping stone for the countless ambitions they have been harbouring. Science majors have a wide range of career choices.
The three branches of science—physics, chemistry, and biology—open up a vast array of possibilities, from the study of space and nuclear particles to that of sand and soil.
Top 10 Career Options for Science Students In the 21st Century
- Engineer
- Doctor
- Scientist/Researcher
- Architect
- Merchant Navy
- Management studies
- Geology
- Design
- Pure Sciences
- Allied Fields
1. Engineer
Even today, this is the first choice of any student interested in science. To pursue engineering, take up science at plus two levels, with physics, chemistry, and mathematics combination. The various specialization options are – Computers, IT, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics, Aeronautical, Automobile, Civil, Molecular, Biotechnology, Acoustic, Industrial, Instrumentation and Control, Marine, Materials, Metallurgical, Mining, Naval, Nuclear, Petroleum, Production, etc.
2. Doctor
To be a doctor, you should opt for the physics, chemistry, and and biology combination. You can choose from a number of options for specialization. You can also get into nursing. Some most preferred fields are – surgery, paediatrics, gynaecology, orthopaedics, pathology, dentistry, cardiology, neurology, etc.
3. Scientist/Researcher
A science background helps you be a scientist and invent and discover new things related to science. The scope of research is also vast. You can opt for any field of research, and the more research on a topic, the more areas of it. You can work with a research firm, be an astronaut, be in the meteorology department, space scientist, etc.
4. Architect
This also requires you to have PCM background. A highly lucrative, creative and opportunistic field of work. Architects are in demand the world over with new buildings, houses, corporates, etc being constructed and the growth of the importance of infrastructural facilities.
5. Merchant Navy
Merchant Navy is a high-paying career option. But is not easy to get into. You will have to work very hard and with a dedication to being able to be a part of it.
MBA is a top choice for science students. They are naturally geared to grasp it better and perform well.
7. Geology
This is an upcoming field, especially abroad. India is not far behind, with engineering colleges now offering studies in geological studies. The field of work is huge, and so are the number of choices of a career. You can be a geologist, researcher, teacher, etc.
8. Design
A science background helps you get into some design segments where your knowledge helps you. These include fashion, textiles, products, and toys.
9. Pure Sciences
Taking up further studies in pure science is also quite preferred. You can pursue education in any of the subjects – physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, statistics, etc. And then opt for fields like bio-chemistry, bio-physics, and zoological studies. You can be a researcher or teacher. You will be able to work with such specific industries that require in-depth knowledge of that subject.
10. Allied Fields
Some other very common career options are – Agriculture, Dairy, Horticulture, Oceanography, Data science, artificial intelligence & machine learning, Marine Studies, Food Technology & Processing, Animation, Web Design, Forensic Science, and Environmental Science.
