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What careers should I do if I like science and math?
I like to learn about science and math. #math #science
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Ram’s Answer
Your passion for math or science can take you in many different directions. Math majors need science classes only to fulfill general education requirements; however, science majors use math throughout their schooling and career.
First off write a list of your goals and needs for the near future. Keep in mind these will change over time so one thing you are looking at is a career that is flexible enough to accommodate change.
Then do the research to see what jobs fit into each career category. See if you can talk to people who work in each area. You will spend an enormous amount of time working over time so a job needs to be interesting, rewarding and meet your goals.
In addition each area has numerous subdivisions so which aspect of science interests you and which aspect of math. From Highschool through College and Graduate School you go from the general to the specific so you may also get a better sense of where your interests lie.
In addition, investigate to see where the two interests intersect so you may be able to find jobs that satisfy both interests.
First off write a list of your goals and needs for the near future. Keep in mind these will change over time so one thing you are looking at is a career that is flexible enough to accommodate change.
Then do the research to see what jobs fit into each career category. See if you can talk to people who work in each area. You will spend an enormous amount of time working over time so a job needs to be interesting, rewarding and meet your goals.
In addition each area has numerous subdivisions so which aspect of science interests you and which aspect of math. From Highschool through College and Graduate School you go from the general to the specific so you may also get a better sense of where your interests lie.
In addition, investigate to see where the two interests intersect so you may be able to find jobs that satisfy both interests.
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Kate’s Answer
- Pick a focus. Science involves a lot of math, and math can involve scientific questions, but if you have too wide a scope it can be hard to find a job! So it's a good idea to pick which one out of math and science you'd like to focus on
- Focus on one thing and become the expert on it. If you're expert, your expertise is valuable and in the process of being an expert you learn about a lot of other things too
- Solve one problem at a time! If you're facing something really difficult, take it step by step, don't get overwhelmed
- If you're going to pursue a B.S. etc., take time in deciding what to take a major in (if your program allows you to do that)
- Take advantage of general education / explore other areas so you have an opportunity to understand what you want to focus on
- A good scientist or mathematician is well rounded! So it's good to explore other fields
- Build skills piggybacking off of your interests.
- If you want to learn something, don't wait to take a class about it. There are lots of free great resources to explore topics to see if they catch your interest. Make sure your sources are reliable though (peer reviewed -- check in with your local library or your school library for advice on where to find reliable information about a topic).
- Keep! Being! Curious! Curiosity is an asset in whatever you'll do in life so it's a good thing to practice and cultivate.
Start thinking about narrowing your focus from the broader theme of science and math
Explore resources that might help you narrow down what your interests are (local library / school library)
Stay curious!
- Focus on one thing and become the expert on it. If you're expert, your expertise is valuable and in the process of being an expert you learn about a lot of other things too
- Solve one problem at a time! If you're facing something really difficult, take it step by step, don't get overwhelmed
- If you're going to pursue a B.S. etc., take time in deciding what to take a major in (if your program allows you to do that)
- Take advantage of general education / explore other areas so you have an opportunity to understand what you want to focus on
- A good scientist or mathematician is well rounded! So it's good to explore other fields
- Build skills piggybacking off of your interests.
- If you want to learn something, don't wait to take a class about it. There are lots of free great resources to explore topics to see if they catch your interest. Make sure your sources are reliable though (peer reviewed -- check in with your local library or your school library for advice on where to find reliable information about a topic).
- Keep! Being! Curious! Curiosity is an asset in whatever you'll do in life so it's a good thing to practice and cultivate.
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Sujith’s Answer
Perfect recipe for a PhD & research scientist in whichever science field you are into.
Best of luck!
Best of luck!
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Tyler’s Answer
Depends on how much you like science and depends how much you like doing math. Most career paths only expose you to the fields to give you a foundation to understand things that go beyond what math equations can solve. For example, i loved math and science in high school as well and i became an engineer.
an average day at work for me does not even involve taking my calculator out of my desk.
instead of trying to identify a career based on subjects you like, try thinking what you would enjoy doing as a job 8 hours a day and 5 days a week.
i would recommend job shadowing someone from various fields that you are interested in pursuing and get to know what it would be like to have that job
an average day at work for me does not even involve taking my calculator out of my desk.
instead of trying to identify a career based on subjects you like, try thinking what you would enjoy doing as a job 8 hours a day and 5 days a week.
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Ayodeji’s Answer
There are so many opportunities and fields for math and science. I'll advise you take a few courses in different parts of STEM and see which ones you like best and are your strong points. Then it'll be easier to decide what you want to focus on.
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Jezreel’s Answer
Well, if you like both science and math, I highly suggest physics because you get the best of both worlds. Also, as everyone has said, when you take more courses, you’ll definitely explore what you feel you’re strong at and what you lack then you can take it from there. I was never much of a physics guy but more of a math guy and you find out that later in math, it takes a lot of creativity to solve their problems or write proofs. It just all narrows down to what you feel would make your life more fulfilling doing something you love and are passionate about. Give it time and careful thought and I’m sure to see you on the cover of the next science magazine should you pursue anything in STEM. Nobody has a clear answer to what they should pursue until the time approaches. I wish you luck and success!
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Tony’s Answer
There are many options. Perhaps you could narrow things down by indicating which type of science you’re leaning towards.
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Jai’s Answer
I have seen smart folks with good in these two streams mostly end up taking career in technology, engineering or medicine. If you are good in Science (P, C,B) then I'd recommend medicine, if you are good in Maths go for Engineering/Technology (inc Sales) and if you are good in both make a selection based on your passion, work you'd like to do, people you'd like to associate, income and futuristic lifestyle you'd like to have.
Last but not least, you make sure you give your best shot whatever you take on and leave a little bit on the destiny to unfold!
Last but not least, you make sure you give your best shot whatever you take on and leave a little bit on the destiny to unfold!