As soon as students get their matriculation results or even before that, the thoughts of career options are on their head. Selecting a course where the interests of the ward as well as the future prospect is secure is a cumbersome task for students and parents.

If we look at the present scenario, we will find that if a student opt Biology in Science stream, the only thing that comes to mind is ‘NEET’, i.e. the medical entrance test. But, this is a myth and prejudice. There are ample career options else than medicine once you opt Biology for intermediate course. Here, we are listing in detail some other career options with bright future prospect.

•  B.Sc. in Anthropology 

Anthropologists can start their careers in different sectors, like colleges, have, government agencies, NGOs, business, health and human services. These graduates can also get jobs at private businesses, community organisations, museums, independent research institutes, service organisations and media.

•  B.Sc. in Veterinary Science

The career scope of veterinary science is large and is growing faster in this modern world era. Veterinarians work in private clinics, animal hospitals and laboratories.

•  B. Pharma (Pharmacy)

Job Opportunities in Pharmacy field are huge. Due to the opening of large pharmaceutical companies, the future in the field of pharmacy is bright. Numerous jobs are available for pharmacists in government as well as private organizations.

•  B.Sc. in Nursing

After finishing BSc in Nursing one can opt for MSc in nursing which will improve their prospects in the job market. One can specialize in psychiatry, Medical-Surgical, Community Health and Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The students can  join the top Nursing Colleges in Bangalore for further studies.

•   B.Sc. in Physio-Therapy

After the completion of the course one may go for the higher studies as M.PT or PhD. To work with the hospitals, health organizations or individual practice, it is necessary to have the bachelor degree. One can work with the ministry of sports, stadium, hospitals, health societies or can do freelance practice.

•  B.Sc. in Medical Science

Scopes: Lab Technicians, Lab Assistants, Medical Technologists, Lab managers.

•  B.Sc. in Speech and Language Therapy

Career Scopes: Audiologists, Speech Pathologists, Clinical Supervisors

•  B.Sc. in Rehabilitation Therapy

Job opportunities for Rehabilitation Therapists are available in special schools, community mental health centers, residential care facilities, adult daycare programs  and sports teams. Some Rehabilitation Therapists may choose NGOs working for rehabilitation of children, elderly people and disabled.

• B.Sc. in Occupational Therapy

Career Options:

• OT Technician
• Consultant
• OT Nurse
• Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant
• Private Practitioner
• Speech and Language Therapist
• Occupational Therapist
• Lab Technician

• B.Sc. in MLT-Medical Technology

Career Options:

• Lab technician
• Lab technologist
• Lab supervisor
• Lab manager
• Lab assistant
• Instructor/Tutor
• Lab analyst

• B.Sc. in Audiology

Career opportunity in MSc/BSc Audiology:

• Acousticians
• Audiological Scientists
• Auditory Scientists
• ENT / Audiological Physicians
• Hearing Aid Audiologists
• Hearing Therapists
• Research Audiologist

• B.Sc. in Genetics

Genetics is a wide field and it has applicability in cancer research, assessing newborn defects, Nutrigenomics, DNA sample analysis, etc. The field of genetics allows you to work in medical as well as scientific research.

• B.Sc. in Microbiology

There are several job opportunities for those who want to pursue a career in microbiology. Microbiologists can find job opportunities in sectors such as government and private hospitals, food industries, research and development organizations, chemical industries and pharmaceutical industries.

• B.Sc. in Bio-Technology

In-Demand Biotechnology Careers:

• Biomedical Engineer
• Biochemist
• Medical Scientist
• Biological/Clinical Technician
• Microbiologist
• Process Development Scientist
• Biomanufacturing Specialists
• Business Development Manager

• B.Sc. in Bio-Chemistry

Jobs directly related to a Biochemistry degree include:

• Research Fellow
• Analytical chemist
• Biomedical scientist
• Pharma Associate
• QA / AC Associate
• Healthcare scientist
• Clinical biochemistry
• Food Safety Analyst

• B.Sc. in Bio-Informatics

What are the job roles?

• Professor
• Science Technician
• Research Assistant
• Bioinformatics Scientist
• Bioinformatics Analyst
• Junior Research Fellow
• Research Associate
• Bioinformatics Software Developer

• B.Sc. in Bio-Medical Science

Biomedical Sciences program:

• Clinical Research Coordinator
• Biostatics & Programming Manager
• Clinical Data Analyst
• Research Assistant
• Lab Manager
• Research Scientist
• Medical Image Analysis Researcher
• Pharmacist

Graduate Courses in Biology

• B.Sc. in Botany

A Botanist can work as a Technical Assistant, Field Assistant or Scientific Assistant in both the private and government sectors. Various private firms like nursery farms and environmental consultancies are also a good option for a Botanist.

•  B.Sc. in Zoology

There are numerous career opportunities for candidates completing their BSc, MSc,  and Ph. D. in Zoology in the public and private sectors. Candidates find jobs as  Animal Behaviourist, Conservationist, Wildlife Biologist, Zoo Curator, Wildlife Educator, Zoology faculty, Forensic experts, lab technicians, Veterinarians.

• B.Sc. in Home Science

The professional career for home science is bright with a number of job opportunities. Graduates of home science can get to work at schools, colleges, welfare organizations, textiles, management, interior design, child care management, dietetics and nutrition, and more.

• B.Sc. in Environment Science

The scope of environmental studies is very wide and it deals with many areas like:
i) Conservation of natural resources
ii) Ecological aspects
iii) Pollution of the surrounding natural resources
iv) Controlling the pollution,
v) Social issues connected to it
vi) Impacts of human population on the environment

• B.Sc. in Food Technology

Career in Food Technology:

• Food technologist
• Nutritional therapist
• Product/process development scientist
• Quality manager
• Regulatory affairs officer
• Scientific laboratory technician
• Technical brewer

• B.Sc. in Agriculture

BSc Agriculture Jobs & Career Options:

• Agriculture Officer
• Assistant Plantation Manager
• Agricultural Research Scientist
• Business Development Executive
• Marketing Executive

• B.Sc. in Horticulture

A horticulturist can also choose his/her career in the education sector as a professor. Those holding PhD degree can apply for the examination conducted by the Agriculture Scientist Recruitment Board, ICAR, New Delhi.

Work Areas:

• Field Work
• Sales & Marketing
• Teaching
• Research Area
• Farming
• Projects
• Irrigation Department

• B.Sc. in Fisheries

Jobs: Farm Manager, Hatchery Manager, Fisheries Inspector, Aqua Culturist, Fish Exporter, Marine Biologist & Marine Scientist, Fish Trader, Fish Breeder, Hatchery/Farm Operator, Fisheries Extension Officer/Technical Officer, Feed Mill Manager, Processing & Production Manager, Fish Export Inspector, Export Manager.

• B.Sc. in Food Technology

Career in Food Technology:

• Food technologist
• Nutritional therapist
• Product/process development scientist
• Quality manager
• Regulatory affairs officer
• Scientific laboratory technician
• Technical brewer

• B.Sc. in Radiography

Radiology Career Scope and Job Opportunities in India:

• Radiology Technician
• Radiologist
• MRI Technician
• Radiology Assistant
• Radiology Technologist/Radiographer
• Ultrasound Technician / Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
• Radiology Nurse
• CT Tech / CAT Scan Technologist / CT Scan Technologist

• B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics

Scope of the course:
Nutrition and Dietetics jobs require specialized and customized services for patients and clients. It is a highly lucrative and well-paid job. A dietician’s salary in India is quite high when one has achieved high prominence and excellence in the field.

Courses In Research Area:
If you are interested in research are then there are many options. There are some research topic related to Biology given below-
1. Behaviour
2. Biochemistry
3. Biophysics
4. Cell Biology
5. Computational Biology
6. Conservation Biology
7. Developmental Biology
8. Ecology
9. Evolution
10. Genetics
11. Marine Biology
12. Microbiology
13. Molecular Biology
14. Neurobiology
15. Physiology
16. Plant Biology
17. Population Biology

Some Others Options:

1. B.Sc. in Physics
   2. B.Sc. In Mathematics
   3. B.Sc. (Analytical methods in Chemistry and Biochemistry)
   4. B.Sc. (Applied Chemistry)
   5. B.Sc. (H) Chemistry
   6. B.Sc. (Industrial Chemistry)
   7. B.Sc. in Textile Designing
   8. Astronomy
   9. Aviation
   10. Merchant Navy
   11. BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy)
   12. B.Arch

A report by Shariar Alam for IHOIK education Desk