| If you have decided that you want a career in science | | | | earth sciences like geology, archaeology and |
| but are not sure which field to choose then you should | | | | volcanology are extremely exciting fields that are |
| look at all available options to see which most interests | | | | always moving forward fast. They can also provide |
| you. There are literally hundreds of scientific fields and | | | | qualified people with the chance to travel to the world |
| many of these have a shortage of specialists. With | | | | to study scenarios the world over. |
| that said, if you can commit yourself to a particular | | | | To become a qualified scientist in any field you must |
| science career then you are likely to have a career | | | | undertake a bachelor's degree in the field of your |
| for life. Science careers are rewarding and can be well | | | | choice. Many scientists then choose to take on post |
| paid. | | | | graduate study to further their knowledge and to |
| So what sort of science careers are there? Some to | | | | specialize in a sub-niche of their chosen sector of the |
| consider include: | | | | scientific field. Many opt to undertake a doctorate and |
| - Ecologist: Studies of nature and ecology | | | | become a professor however this is usually only after |
| - Astronomy: Study of space | | | | many years are spent in the field. |
| - Biologist: Study of living things | | | | There are so many paths and positions that you can |
| - Volcanologist: Study of volcanoes [a branch of | | | | work into that it's impossible to list them all out here. |
| geology] | | | | For many scientists, they prefer to work in the |
| - Engineer: Can take many forms in many different | | | | corporate environment. The pay is usually better and |
| sectors. Generally to do with designing structures | | | | the jobs are still exciting and full of research and |
| - Science Teacher: Person who teaches science at | | | | collaboration. Other individuals prefer working in an |
| school, college or university | | | | academic setting. Although becoming a professor is |
| - Geologist: Study of rocks, minerals and Earth | | | | one option in academia, there are many others. You |
| processes | | | | may be eligible to perform research in a lab or other |
| - Computer Scientist: Study advanced computer | | | | academic position. Many non-profit organizations |
| technology like virtual reality and robots | | | | perform research and hire scientists of various |
| - Physicist: Study of the forces of the universe | | | | background as do government agencies. So the |
| - Chemist: Either a lab technician or a pharmacist | | | | potentials are limitless. |
| - Zoologist: Study of animals in captivity | | | | Whichever science career you choose, make sure it is |
| - Medicine: Study of human health | | | | one you are passionate about and feel you can |
| - Archaeologist: Study of past civilizations, fossils and | | | | undertake forever. Because many scientific careers |
| other ancient objects | | | | blend into one another, it is possible to change fields |
| The above are just a few of the hundreds of possible | | | | throughout your career and shift to a related scientific |
| careers in science. Medicine is also considered a | | | | career. Without a doubt science careers are very |
| science and as such, becoming a doctor also involves | | | | satisfying, challenging and rewarding. |
| studying science, particularly biology and chemistry. The | | | | |