We live in a world that is rich in natural resources, flora, and fauna. Natural Science is a discipline that aims to understand the working of such physical creations. The study of processes we find in nature is its main objective. The existence of this subject is to help humans investigate and explore natural occurrences in nature that we already observe but cannot explain. If you are a person who loves to learn and who has a keen interest in nature and the physical aspects of our universe then this is an excellent choice of study. In today's world, people are constantly trying to find the meeting ground between science and religion, Natural Science studies the quantitative data of said meeting ground through the study of formal sciences and then applying them in the real world to natural processes. Biology, chemistry, and physics are the main branches of Natural Sciences. However, other subjects like geology, earth science, astronomy, and biochemistry are also natural sciences.
Study Levels
The different study levels that are offered in this sub-discipline are:
Bachelor in Environmental Science
B.Sc in Chemistry
Bachelors in Biology
Bachelor in Geology
Bachelor in Global Geography
B.Sc Natural Sciences
B.Sc Physics
B.Sc Astronomy
B.Sc in Human Geography and Planning
B.Sc in Spatial Planning and Design
BS in Earth and Environmental Science
B.Sc in Physical Geography and Ecosystem Science
B.Sc Zoology
M.Sc in Geographic Information Systems
M.Sc in Geosources Engineering
Master of Conservation Biology
M.Sc in Microbiology
M.Sc in Marine Science and Climate Change
Master in Research in Teaching and Learning of Experimental Sciences, Social Sciences, and
Mathematics
Master in Coastal and Marine Management
Master in Oceanography
M.Sc in Astrophysics
Master in Marine Conservation
PhD
Specialisations
Natural Science is a vast discipline and branches out into further specifications. The methods and study of Natural Science are used in various fields of study.
The different specialisations that can be found are:
Students can choose to specialize in areas like:
Environmental Studies
Forensic Science
Health Science
Individualised Studies
Astronomy
Chemistry
Physics
Geography
Earth Sciences
Biological Science
Biochemistry
Dental Hygiene
Human Biology
Philosophy and Physics
Quantitative Biology
Occupational Therapy
Geology
Astronomy
Anthropology
Employability
People with a Natural Science degree can find themselves opportunities in both the public as well as the private sector of the economy. Natural Scientists are needed in governmental organisations which deal with the agricultural sector and private firms need natural scientists for conducting researchers and supervision over certain experimental aspirations that the firm may be undergoing. A degree in natural science provides aspirants with skills like active listening, critical thinking, operation monitoring, reading comprehension, active learning, complex problem-solving skills, quality control analysis, and many more. All of which are considered to be valuable skills in the career path. There are a plethora of job opportunities in this field.
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- The various career choices include:
Biological Technician
Sustainability Specialist
Environmental Economist
Soil and Water Conservationist
Environmental Restoration Planner
Remote Sensing Scientist and Technologist
Environmental Sciences and Protection Technician
Quality Control Analyst
Farm and Home Management Advisor
Precision Agriculture Technician
Forest and Conservation Technician
Park Naturalist
Industrial Ecologist
Natural Science Manager
Environmental Engineer
Landscape Architect
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- The various career choices include:
Biological Technician
Sustainability Specialist
Environmental Economist
Soil and Water Conservationist
Environmental Restoration Planner
Remote Sensing Scientist and Technologist
Environmental Sciences and Protection Technician
Quality Control Analyst
Farm and Home Management Advisor
Precision Agriculture Technician
Forest and Conservation Technician
Park Naturalist
Industrial Ecologist
Natural Science Manager
Environmental Engineer
Landscape Architect