So, you’re in high school, and you’re pursuing science. Career After 12th Science So, what are the career options that are open to you after you complete your 12th standard? Well, the good news is that there are plenty of options, and the bad news is that you’ll need to work hard to get there. But don’t worry, let me make this very easy for you. It’s a Friday once again, and today I will talk to you about five lucrative and interesting careers in full detail.
After doing science in school, we’re going to talk about the types of jobs that you can get in each of these five, the courses that you would need to do after 12th for each of these careers, the top colleges and institutions that offer such courses, and finally, at the end of this video, as a bonus, I’ll briefly talk about five additional exciting careers. So, let’s get going!
Data Science
Career number one is Data Science. Data Science is all about, you know, kind of analyzing and interpreting data to solve complex problems. Basically, what you’re going to need is strong math and computer science skills.
What kind of jobs do you get? You could work as a data scientist. You could work in industries like Finance, Healthcare, or Tech primarily, but you could work in a number of other industries as well. You could work with Big Data, Machine Learning, or Data Mining, and you’re going to help companies make better business decisions. You could perhaps be part of a team that builds AI Chat Bots. Another option, perhaps, could be to pursue a PhD later on and consider being a professor. The possibilities are endless.
What courses do you need to do? A BSc degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics perhaps would work, or a BTech in Computer Science, and later you can specialize in Data Science by taking up a master’s program. The top institutes where you can study could be any engineering or science colleges — the IITs, NITs, Triple ITs, SRM Chennai, BITS, DCE, VJTI. You can, in fact, also do some short courses or diploma courses.
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Biotechnology
Career number two is Biotechnology. Biotechnology is all about using living organisms, or parts of living organisms, and technology to create new products and solve problems. You’ll probably get to work with cells, genes, and proteins. You might even get to create new superfood.
What kind of jobs do you get as a biotechnologist? You could work in research and development, production, quality control, or even sales and marketing. You might end up working on developing new drugs or vaccines, or maybe create new types of genetically modified crops. And who knows, maybe you’ll be the one to cure cancer. Another option is always to get into academics by doing a PhD.
The courses that you need to do to get started with Biotechnology could be a BSc or a BTech in Biotechnology, or maybe in Biochemistry, or even Molecular Biology. Typically, all BTech courses will need an entrance exam like JEE. BSc programs may have a direct admission. Top institutes are the same — the IITs, NITs, Triple ITs, BITS, or Delhi University. Once again, you can also find short courses or diploma courses to get you started.
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Forensic Science
Career number three is Forensic Science. If you’re into solving mysteries, then Forensic Science might be for you. You’ll get to work with evidence and use science to solve crimes. Think CID, but in real life. And who knows, maybe you’ll be the one to solve the next big case.
What kind of jobs will you get? You could work as a Forensic Scientist, Forensic Pathologist, or a Crime Scene Investigator. You might examine evidence, perform autopsies, or even analyze DNA samples. The job opportunities in Forensics are increasing in India, with the rise in both crime and technology.
What courses do I need to do? A BSc or an MSc in Forensic Science, or even a diploma or a postgraduate diploma in Forensic Science works. Top institutes are University of Delhi, Amity Institute of Forensic Science, National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science, and Gujarat Forensic Science University.
Ethical Hacking
Career number four is Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security. For those of you who love technology and want to make the world a safer place, Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security might be your perfect career.
The jobs that you’re going to get: You could work in Tech, Finance, Healthcare, or the Government. You could be responsible for monitoring computer systems, identifying potential security threats, and even developing solutions to keep hackers out. In this field, you need to keep up straight upskilling and upgrading yourself. Who knows, maybe you’ll be the one to prevent the next big hack.
The courses you need to do are a BTech in Computer Science, maybe with a specialization in Cyber Security, or a BSc in Cyber Security. Or you could do regular engineering and then later maybe do an MTech in Cyber Security and Incident Response. Or you could do a Postgraduate Diploma in Cyber Security. You could even do a Certified Ethical Hacker course. The institutes that are famous for this are the Indian School of Ethical Hacking, Institute of Information Security, and all engineering colleges.
Food Technology
Career number five is Food Technology. If you’re a foodie and you love science, then this might just be your perfect career. You’ll get to create new foods, maybe you want to improve on the existing ones, maybe you want to work on sustainable food production. Plus, you might get to taste your own creations.
The jobs you could do as a Food Technologist: You could work in industries like Food Processing. You could be in Research and Development, or in Quality Control. You might end up working on creating new flavors, or improving the food safety standards, or perhaps developing new types of packaging.
What kind of courses do you need to do? A BTech or a BSc or an MTech or an MSc in Food Technology, or a Postgraduate Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management. Top institutes for Food Technology are NIFTEM (National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management), ICT (Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai), or CFTRI (Central Food Technological Research Institute).
Now, those were my five careers that you can follow after science. Of course, there is Engineering, Medicine. But now I’m going to share with you five bonus careers that are unusual, lucrative, and very interesting:
Environmental Science
At number one, Environmental Science. Here, you’ll get to learn about maybe climate change, pollution, and conservation. Plus, you might get to wear a cool safari hat and pretend that you’re Indiana Jones.
AIML
Career number two: AIML. If you’re a fan of sci-fi movies, then Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning might just be right up your alley. You can study these fields at top institutes like the IITs, ITs, Triple ITs, SRM, the names we’ve taken so far, or any other engineering institute. Who knows, maybe you’ll be the one to create the next Terminator.
Astrophysics
Career number three: Astrophysics. If you’re fascinated by space and the cosmos, you’ll get to study everything from black holes to quasars. And maybe you’ll be the one to discover a new planet someday.
Nanotechnology
Career number four: Nanotechnology. That’s another fast-growing career, which is where you can get to sort of study everything Nano — you know, really, really small, like really, really small. And maybe you’ll be the one to create the world’s tiniest computer.
Marine Biology
Career number five, the fifth bonus career, is Marine Biology. You’ll get to study all sorts of cool sea creatures, from dolphins to sharks to jellyfish. Don’t forget your scuba gear and your sunscreen.
So, there you have it, science students. There are plenty of career options available for you in India. Just remember: work hard, study hard, and don’t forget to leave me a comment below if you want more such article.