Career Options After Scoring Above 80 Percent in 12th Science

So, you’ve done reasonably well in your HSC exams. You don’t know what to do. NNE has listed options for you. This is not a comprehensive list, but it gives you an idea about what you can do.

Science – With Biology (PCB)

MBBS: One of the first options for students with Science with Biology at the 10+2 level is to pursue MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery). It is the basic degree for an aspiring allopathic doctor. MBBS, as a career option, has huge scope in India and abroad. After completing your MBBS, you can specialize in fields like neurosurgery, psychiatry and orthopedics. The job industry is huge, you can work in a hospital or set up your own private clinic.

There are many allied fields, like BDS or, Bachelors of Dental Sciences. It is the graduate degree required for you to become a dentist.

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B.Pharma: B.Pharma is a professional course and it prepares students for pharmaceutical industry. These professionals are in great demand in India and abroad. The monitoring work is carried out by the Pharmacy Council of India.

Eligibility: There are entrance exams for most of these courses, but the eligibility for all is almost same. The student must have biology in his HSC (or equivalent) and must have secured at least 50% marks in his HSC exams. For details, Click Here.

If you want to get into research work, you can apply to courses like:

Zoology (H): Zoology is the branch of biology that focuses on behavior, structure and evolution of animals. After pursuing a B.Sc degree in Zoology, you can apply to courses like Marine Biology, Fisheries Science, Coastal Ecosystems Ecology and Management, Terrestrial and Marine Conservation Biology, Ecosystem Analysis, and Numerical Modelling. Alternatively, you can pursue M.Sc. in Zoology, after you complete your graduation.

As a Zoologist or an Ecologist you can take up research oriented highly dynamic and exciting jobs and work with National Geography, Discovery, Animal Planet.

Biochemistry (H): Biochemistry is a vibrant, dynamic discipline that embraces the study of biology from the point of view of chemistry. Historically, it evolved as a distinct field from two separate sources: agriculture, which required understanding of plant and animal metabolism to increase crop and animal productivity, and medicine, which required understanding of human metabolism to prevent and cure disease. Today, biochemistry graduate curriculums are at the forefront of many careers that help to keep human, animals and plants free of disease. For details on biochemistry, Click Here.

Botany (H): If you are interested in studying the what and how of plants, Botany is the course for you. You can also pursue MSc in Microbiology and then go for a doctorate.

Microbiology (H): Graduates with specialist degrees in Microbiology are well equipped to enter employment with more focused functions such as microbiological analysis, quality assurance or research and development.

Biomedical Sciences (H): B. Sc. (Honours) Biomedical Sciences programme has been meticulously structured to cover a wide range of interdisciplinary subjects. The theoretical classroom experiences are supplemented by well-designed laboratory practices. The hallmark of this course is the mentoring program, wherein each student is expected to work on a project under the supervision of a distinguished scientist in a reputed institution. The training not only gives an early exposure to the field of research but also helps the student to gauge his or her research aptitude and attitude.

Admission to this course is through common entrance examination.

Biotechnology: Biotechnology involves the use of living things in medicine, engineering and technology. You can pursue a B.Sc in Biotechnology or even an engineering degree in Biotechnology; you can further your skills by taking up Masters in Biotechnology or enter the job market in fields like pharmaceuticals and diagnostic industry. For details on Biotechnology, Click Here.

Science – Without Biology (PCM)

B.Tech/B.E.
According to a recent survey conducted by the NCAER (National Council for Advanced Economic Research), Engineering is the most sought after course in India. There are many institutes that offer a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Some institutes term the Bachelor’s degree as BE or Bachelor of Engineering and some term it B.Tech or Bachelor in Technology.

The job prospects increase manifold with a BE or B.Tech degree. You can get into the software field, or enter as a mechanical engineer or as an electrical engineer as per your specialisation. The basic requirement for these undergraduate courses is Physics, Chemistry and Maths at the HSC level. So, even a biology student having these subjects can take these courses. For details on B.Tech, Click Here.

B.Arch: If you feel that you have great imagination, ability to visualize things and you are good at drawing, you can pursue a course in architecture. Bachelor in Architecture is a 5 year long undergraduate course. For admission to most architectural colleges, the eligibility is 50 percent marks in HSC or equivalent, with physics, chemistry and maths as compulsory subjects but you need to clear the entrance exam as well. The Central Board of Secondary Education conducts a national level entrance examination- All India Engineering Entrance Examination on an All India level for entry to undergraduate programmes in engineering and architecture. You can then pursue a masters in architecture or work as a site engineer. For details on Architecture, Click Here.

BSc Computer Science (H): The B.Sc (CS)  mainly focuses on the mathematical and theoretical foundations of computing, rather than teaching specific technologies that may quickly become outdated. Although people prefer to enhance their skills by pursuing higher education, IT companies hire B.SC (CS) students for the post of software testers and software developers. For details on Computer Science, Click Here.

B.Sc Electronics (H): A degree in B.Sc. (Honours) Electronics covers all the key concepts required to become a successful professional. The course provides students with skills which are required to design electrical, electronic, computer, automation and communication systems. This degree enhances career advancement opportunities for graduates and supplies the high technology sector with well educated professionals possessing strong practical skills. Opportunities are available in research and development, aerospace and defense electronics, design, testing, production, inspection, quality control, project management and technical sales. For details, Click Here

Physics (H): One can enter many professions that include, but are not limited to, traditional Physics. Physics equips a student with skills like mathematical modeling, problem solving, designing experiments, interpretation of experimental data, and reflecting on answers before trusting them, research experience, laboratory technique, and communication skills.  For details, Click Here.

Chemistry (H):  A graduate degree in BSc Chemistry opens up doors to pursue higher studies in subjects like Analytical, Organic or BioChemistry.  You can find jobs in the chemical, pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and medical device industries as a process development chemist and analytical chemist. You can also find jobs in the food industry, in the teaching industry, agrochemical industry, polymers and plastic industry, petrochemical industry and even in alternative energy departments.

A bachelor's degree in chemistry will also open doors to many university and government jobs, but you'll generally need a master's degree or Ph.D. to advance in these environments.
A higher degree like a master's or Ph.D will enhance your job prospects in universities and government organisations. For details, Click Here.