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Exciting Career Options for Students (Part IV)

Hi, welcome to part IV of my series on career options for students with this post. 

So many new career options! Why restrict yourself to conventional streams and tread the beaten path? If you are naturally interested in traditional occupations like engineering, medicine or research, by all means take up these options.


But if your leaning is elsewhere, here are the emerging and exciting career options for students pursuing Bachelor Degree in Science (BSc):

Educational Background

Career options

Aptitude Required

What to pursue
Science (Multimedia and Computer Graphics)
Software designer/ Website designer/ Animation artist
Creative bent of mind, with an idea of design and visual effects
Bachelor Degree in Multimedia and Computer Graphics
Science (Information Technology/ Computer Applications)
Software coder/ Programmer/ MIS manager/ Software analyst
Knowledge of the latest computer software applications, and programming languages, and a knack for coding and creating software programs
Bachelor Degree in Computer Applications, followed by post graduation in the same (MCA or special certification in computer programming)
Science (Computer Hardware and Networking)
IT systems support person/ Networking engineer/ Hardware maintenance and support
Knowledge of computer hardware and networking systems
Bachelor Degree in Science, followed by Diploma in Computer Hardware and Networking
Science (Cyber space management)
Cyber space analyst/ cyber patrol/ ethical hacker
Computer programming skills, with a thorough understanding of cyber space dynamics
Bachelor Degree in Computer Applications, followed by special certification in cyber management
Science (Statistics/
Mathematics/ Data management)
Data scientist/ Data analyst/ Business analytics/ Statistician/ Big data mining
Aptitude for numbers, data analysis, and application of various statistical theories in practice
Bachelor/Master Degree in Statistics/Mathematics/ Data Science
Science (Bio-chemistry)
Bio-chemist/ Pharmaceutical Production/ Research or Quality Control/ Laboratory Technician/ Science journalist/ Science journal writer
Interest in research studies, analysis, scientific innovations and developments in the field of bio-chemistry
Bachelor Degree in Bio-chemistry/ Chemical Biology/ Pharmaceutical Studies
Science (Pharmacology)
Medical Representative/ Pharmaceutical Sales and Marketing/ Pharmaceutical Research/ Quality manager
Flair for understanding the pharmaceutical industry, and knowledge of global norms and procedures
Bachelor Degree in Pharmacology, followed by post graduation in the same
Science (Physiology studies and therapy)
Physiotherapist/ Sports and fitness coach
Understanding of different body types and physiological compositions
Bachelor Degree in Physiological Therapy or Fitness and Nutrition
Science (Diet and Nutrition)
Nutrition advisor/ Nutritionist/ Dietician/ Food planner
Understanding of body composition and nutritional requirements, with an aptitude for counseling and social interaction skills
Bachelor Degree in Science or Home Science, followed by certificate course in Diet and Nutrition/ Food Science
Science (Individual Behavior and Psychology)
Psychologist/Therapist/ Counselor/ Social worker/ School Counselor
Knack for understanding human behavior, empathy and social interaction skills
Bachelor Degree in Psychology, followed by special course in human or social behavior management
Science (Organization Behavior, Occupational therapy)
Organization behavior researcher/ Human resource specialist/ Occupational therapist
Ability to understand social behavior patterns, and group dynamics
Bachelor Degree in Psychology, followed by special course in organization behavior or occupational therapy
Science (Environment and Ecology)
Conservationist/ Environmentalist/ Environmental researcher/ Ecologist/ Nature writer/ photographer/ Wildlife conservationist
Natural affinity for ecological studies and interest in preserving the environment
Bachelor Degree in Science, with special qualifications in Environmental studies or Ecological or Wildlife conservation

If you seek out-of-the-box careers, and want to carve a niche for yourself, do a little serious thinking and searching around, take a career aptitude test, and pursue an educational/ training course that will help you in your goal. 

Not only are most of these emerging career options exciting, but if you are able to stick around and prove yourself, these are highly paying and ensure steady career advancement. 

However, before embarking on a particular career course, it is highly advisable to take inputs from experienced professionals in the same field, or consult a career counselor. You need to be sure of your aptitude for that career.


Wish you happiness and success in your journey towards finding the right career.

Concluded.
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