Career questions tagged pakistan
Is pursuing a bachelor’s in Biotechnology in Malaysia a good decision in terms of long-term career prospects ?
I am currently facing a career decision and would like guidance. I originally wanted to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, but many people around me are advising me to reconsider because they believe the field has limited job opportunities and low market demand. I applied to NUST for Biotechnology, but due to limited preparation time I did not score well enough to secure admission (although final merit lists have not been released yet, my chances seem low based on my marks). Before that, I had also applied to universities abroad, including Malaysia and Turkey. However, after deciding to stay in Pakistan, most of the application deadlines for Turkish and other universities passed, except for Malaysia. I have now received offers from two Malaysian universities: Taylor’s University with a 50% scholarship and INTI University with a 45% scholarship. However, I am now hearing concerns that Malaysia also does not have a strong biotechnology job market, which is making me reconsider my decision. At the same time, I am thinking about whether it would be possible or realistic to go to another country for higher studies (Master’s or further education) after completing my bachelor’s degree in Malaysia. Given all of this, I would like advice on the following: Is pursuing a bachelor’s in Biotechnology in Malaysia a good decision in terms of long-term career prospects? And is it a viable pathway to later pursue higher studies or work opportunities in other countries, even if the local Malaysian biotech job market is limited?
Biotechnology scope.
I am Arwa from Pakistan, currently studying A-levels. I was quite certain about pursuing Biotechnology, as I planned to complete my BSc abroad. However, as I look into it now, due to some personal reasons, going abroad for my undergraduate studies seems difficult. I am unsure about the scope of Biotechnology in Pakistan, which has left me feeling confused. I don’t know whether I should change my field to something with better opportunities within Pakistan, or continue with Biotechnology and try my best to pursue my Master's degree abroad later. #Spring26 #career-related #biotechnology #bachelors #abroad #university
How do I find find and win fully funded scholarships as a Pakistani student?
I don't have many achievements, and I am not financially well off but I am really passionate about getting an education. I would love to go abroad for studies but I don't know how to target scholarships and I can't afford to go unless it is fully funded. Is there a way to win such scholarships? Are grades enough?
How important are extracurriculars for admissions in CS in Pakistan, and for Master's abroad, and how do I find extracurriculars with limited opportunities and freedom ?
I feel really overwhelmed by how to find notable extracurricular activities, especially since I am a girl living in Pakistan and have limited freedom as well as limited money. I don't know where to even start to find internships, extracurriculars etc and my college does not offer anything. I want to know how to build a solid application for undergrad in Pakistan, if extracurriculars are important for universities such as NUST and NED, and how to find opportunities in order to apply for Master's abroad.