WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE
IN PHYSICAL SCIENCES?
“The best road to correct reasoning is by physical science; the way to trace effects
to causes is through physical science; the only corrective, therefore, of superstition
is physical science.”
-Frances Wright.
Definition
According to the Encyclopædia Britannica, Physical Sciences is the systematic study of the
inorganic world, which consists of four broad areas: Physics; Astronomy; Earth Sciences;
and Chemistry.
Acquired Skills
Students pursuing a major in Physical Sciences will be prepared to conduct research, solve
problems through the analysis of collected data, a strong emphasis on analytical and critical
thinking skills, math, computer skills, great oral and written communication skills and
teamwork skills are needed as well.
Potential Employers
Government Agencies, Research and development companies, High Schools, Higher
Education Institutions, Laboratories, Astronomer, Chemical Technician, Chemistry Teacher,
Nuclear Monitoring Technician, Nuclear Power Reactor Operator, Physicist, and Physics
Teacher are some of the potential job opportunities for students pursuing a degree in
Physical Sciences.
Related Careers
University Lecturer, Medical Scientist, Sociologist, Environmental Scientist, Geographer, Geoscientist,
Hydrologist Industrial Health & Safety Engineer, Meteorologist, Park Ranger, Soil and Water
Conservationist, Soil Scientist, Acoustic Engineer, Energy Auditor, Gas Chromatographer, Resources
Manager, and Sustainable Living Scientist are only some of the related to careers to the physical
science field.
Resources
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American Institute of Physics - https://www.aip.org/
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American Physical Society - http://www.aps.org/
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American Association of Physics Teachers - http://www.aapt.org/