if i major in biology what kind of jobs will I be able to get after graduating from college?
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I asked the same question after graduating with a Biochemistry/Cell Biology degree. Lab tech wasn't appealing so I went to medical school. But a B.S. degree is just a stepping stone, and really just teaches you to think critically. I've known people to go into business, teach, lab work...I would speak to the University guidance counselor. One note, don't think of college as a job-training program. It's a place to learn and explore. Enjoy it.
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Try the biology department of a local college.
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Hi there!  I'm actually a scientist in the biotech field, and I'll guarantee you that your job would never be boring.  As a scientist, you are constantly on the move from room to room or bench to bench.  Your work differs from day to day, and each experiment brings different results.  For example, if you find something interesting on Monday, on Tuesday you may want to set up an experiment to either repeat your results or both repeat and expound on the data... So your assay evolves with time, and eventually you get enough data to put together a very nice picture.  If it's good enough, you can publish and get your name in print....\n\nHere's the down-side: As a scientist in an academic institute, you're so underpaid that the janitors will actually be making more than you sometimes.... Also, science can be very frustrating, since new and challenging assays have a tendency to fail.  Working for a company can solve these problems... Companies are much more well-funded than academic labs, and thus you'll have all of the materials you need to have a a successful experiment.  This means less failure.  Also, you'll make so much more money in industry than you would in academia.  I just made the transition a year ago, and I'm now making $24k/yr more than I was working in an academic setting last year at this time.  \n\nSo how do you get into industry?  First off, you need to pick a school with a good biology program-- by "good" I mean that you need to go to a school that's going to teach you about current industry techniques.   Make sure you focus on molecular biology, cell biology and various types of physiology classes (immunology,  endocrinology, neurobiology, etc), since those will prep you best for industry.  Most industry these days is trying to do something with cells- so a good foundation in cell bio is especially important.  Ecology, ethology, entomology -though they will no doubt be offered by any well-rounded bio program in the US- are quite worthless to you.\n\nAlso, industry can be hard to break into straight out of college... Don't be discouraged if you have to be a lab tech in an academic lab for a few years to get your hands-on lab skills up-to-par.  Industry tends to favor those with a lot of experience rather than folks right out of college.  \n\nAnd finally, it's easier to find a suitable position at the BS/MS degree level.  With a Ph.D., you're much more specialized and thus, though you will make more money, finding a position you fit into well can be significantly more difficult at such a higher level.  Competition for jobs in industry is high at any degree level, so don't be afraid to start out in a smaller biotech and then move on to a large company.  I currently work for the 3rd largest company in the world.\n\nI hope you enjoy your career if you choose science!!!  Best of luck!\n\n\nPS: make sure you get to sample hands-on science as much as possible before deciding that it's the right career for you... Theoretical biology is not at all the same as the practical application... ie: You won't get a good feel of what it is to be a scientist unless you work in a lab.   Doing your own experiments is actually much more challenging than learning about someone else's in biology class.
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The field of bioinformatics produces graduates with a strong understanding of bioinformatics and computational biology. Students explore aspects of microbiology, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics and the commercialisation aspects of biotechnology. \n\nEmployment Opportunities:\nBioinformatics is an expanding area and there is a worldwide need for people trained in this field, both in research institutions and industry. Work in biotechnology cuts across several industrial and service sectors including health, agriculture, aquaculture environment, forestry, law and commerce. The Bachelor of Biotechnology can lead to career paths in the following areas: \n\nPharmaceutical, chemical, food, diagnostics companies. \nLegal and consulting companies. \nGovernment agencies, Research Institutes and Universities.
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Math, science or business.  I got a degree in biochemistry and had a fulltime job with benefits two months before I graduated!
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study your science and math when you get to college take Biology they have courses. do the best that you can in high school there is curriculum from the state that you are required it all depends on what state you live in some offer seniors 1/2 days at career centers. Good luck with your dreams I hope they are fulfilled one day. I love animals to maybe you should come over here I have a zoo. I have 20 guinnias 3 turkeys about 50 chickens a pot bellied pig 6 rabbits 2 bulldogs 1 cat 1 unbrella  Cockatoo parrot and come next spring 3 Elk. oh and 1 white mouse (that bites)
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www.bls.gov/oco \nGo to this website to find out about different occupations, what they do, where they work, and how much they are making.\nMost people I know go on to get a Masters in a more specialized area of Biology. Just what you want to hear...more school!\nIts better to find an area to focus on or minor in because truly the jobs are competitive. My suggestion is epidemiology. You can make good money, there are a good amount of positions out there, and the future is looking pretty good for that area. \nBest advice I have is do at least one internship where you can learn about the different jobs and experience it hands on. I 'thought' I wanted to go into Biotechnology but once I got into the field realized it wasn't for me, nothing wrong with it but it wasn't personally fulfilling. \n\nGood luck!
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For decision about your college Major you will have to work yourself.\n\nResearch what a career has in store for you at\nhttp://www.uncwil.edu/stuaff/career/Majors/\nThere are other sites available as well giving similar information. Search Google for the term "What Can A Major Do"\n\nSimilarly search for "What Americas Top Jobs Pay" at\nhttp://www.careerbuilder.com\nand similar sites.\nAlso check for Ranking of America's Top Paid Jobs at\nhttp://www.salary.com\n\nI hope that this will help you to decide on a major.\nGood Luck\nNBS
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If you want to do research and have some control over it, as in develop your own projects and that sort of thing, you'll probably need a PhD and you may benefit from having an MD first. They may have lab techs who have masters degrees, but its probably hard to get a job in that field with a BS. I would start out majoring in biology. \n\nYou're probably looking at a minimum of an extra three years after you graduate from college, more if you do an MD. You could do this part-time, but its already a lot of years of school. I would look for scholarships to help pay for it - there are a number of scholarships out there for studies related to medicine - and go full time. \n\nThe best way to find out exactly what education you need for a field is to talk to somebody who's doing what you want to do. Since this relates to medicine, ask your doctor. Call a university that has a medical school and ask them. Every state has a lab where people who work with infectious diseases. I don't know whether parasitic diseases fall under that, but they'd be able to answer questions. Then, there is always the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) website or the NIH (National Institute of Health).
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You could go into ecology or something simular.  I also think microbiology has some out door reseach but either way you'll eventually end up in a lab.  Oh and a graduate degree is normally required to do anything besides be an assistant or lab tech.
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If you really want to go into MBBS you can still do after BSC. If you say positive you can do anything ie you can get what you what eventually. Stay focused on the goal.
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The potential for this is tremendous. I assume you are based in India.\n\nThere are two ways you could do it now (I think)\n\nComplete your BSc with Biology as a major and do your masters in one of Fields of genetics, it could b plant genetics, etc. Even the Biology subjects could depend upon your orientation-whether its zoology or botany or whatever. \n\nDirectly do a bio-engineering course and then specialise in which ever field of genetics you want to.
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biology, microbio, or pre-med.
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I think they would accept any major.  But you would need a good background in chemistry, biology, and math.  Figure out which school you'd like to attend and then check for specific requirements.  If that doesn't work out you could always go into nursing, a field that will boom as there is a major need for nurses right now, and really good pay too.
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Have you been to your guidance cousellor? They generally have vast lists of major options and what you can do with each major after a degree. THey should also have online references and some forms of career assesment tests. YOur academic advisor in college will also have or direct you to similar imformation. In my humble opinion you sound like a good fit for veterinarian or zoology majors. Good luck in college! I am sure you will find something you love, all the research to find what you love is worth it!
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There are websites with available jobs.  Contact a few schools listed.  You may be required to do testing or further studies.
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Firstly - don't major in biology just because you want to go to med school.  A solid biology education is helpful, but med schools are (supposedly) increasingly more interested in people with varied backgrounds!  A biology major is not required... though you will have to meet some basic course requirements.  (Experience working in a medical setting is often useful!)\n\nIf you do choose biology, you could always do research and/or teach!  There are MANY other jobs though... check out this list!  http://www.utexas.edu/student/careercenter/careers/biology.pdf\n\nGood luck!