STEM Education and what it holds for the futureSTEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. In recent time these fields have gained increased focus being recognised as essential pillars of the modern global economy. It is a contemporary approach to teaching and learning that integrates the above four disciplines. By blending all these pivotal disciplines, STEM education promotes inter-disciplinary problem-solving, critical thinking and creativity. This combination equips students with the fundamental knowledge and skills they need to thrive, survive and prosper in the workforce of this new millennium. |
Courses and careers in biologyIf you’re interested in a career in biology, you’d be pleased to know that your options are wide ranging. You could work solo or be involved in a team project; your job could be outdoors in the ocean or jungle or indoors in a laboratory. Read on to find out more. |
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How Much You Should Expect To Be Paid When You Graduate In SciencesIf you’ve just graduated or will be graduating soon, you might be wondering how much salary to expect when applying for your first job in Sciences. Here is a guide to the average salary of entry level job in Malaysia for Sciences according to JobStreet.com’s 2017 salary report. |
Fields of Study: Science (Biological Science and Physical Science)
by 红玫瑰社区.com on June 13, 2024 | Career Guide
What’s It About ?
Programmes in this field have a general synthesis of one or more of the biological and physical sciences, or a specialisation which draws from the biological and physical sciences. It involves systematic study through experiment, observation and deduction to produce reliable explanations of phenomena with reference to the biological and physical world.
Biological sciences is the study of the structure, function, reproduction, growth, evolution and behaviour of living organisms.
Physical sciences is the systematic study of knowledge that aims through experiment, observation and deduction to produce reliable explanations of phenomena with reference to the material and physical world. Areas of study in this group include physics, chemistry, earth science, astronomy and more.
Possible Occupations
- Agricultural Officials
- Agricultural Scientists
- Bioethicists
- Bioinformaticians
- Biology Teachers
- Biomedical Engineers
- Biometricians
- Biotechnology Researchers
- Bioterrorism Experts
- Botanists
- City/Community Health Officials
- Clinical Lab Scientists
- Conservation Biologists
- Criminal Investigators
- Dieticians
- Drug Testing/Quality Control Officers
- Entomologists
- Environmental Scientists
- Epidemiologists
- Ethnobotanists
- Fisheries & Aquaculture Technologists
- Food Safety Experts
- Forensic Scientists
- Forest Rangers
- Gamekeepers
- Genetic Counsellors
- Geneticists
- Horticultural Consultants
- Immunologists
- Laboratory Assistants
- Marine Biologists
- Marine Mammal Trainers
- Med/Vet Technicians
- Medical Researchers
- Medical Technologists
- Museum Curators
- Museum Exhibit
- Preparators
- Mycologists
- Nanotechnologists
- National Health Officials
- Naturalists
- Nature Photographers
- Nurses
- Occupational Therapists
- Pathologists
- Pest Control Experts
- Pharmaceutical Researchers
- Pharmacist’s Assistants
- Pharmacologists
- Physical Therapists
- Physician’s Assistants
- Professors
- Public Health Administrators
- Public Information Officers
- Radiologists
- Science Advisors
- Science Reporters
- Science Writers/Editors
- Speech Therapists
- Toxicologists
- Veterinarians
- Zookeepers
Courses Offered In This Field
Career Options in Science
10 Investigative Careers You Could ConsiderAre you comfortable working in a healthcare facility like hospitals, clinics, laboratories, nursing homes, pharmacies and surgeries? |
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