I've just started college, and I haven't yet decided what I want to major in. I'm currently regidtered as a Chem major, but I haven't even really decided what I want to do yet. I want to pursue a career in dentistry, and was given the option of some type of biological science (biology) or chemistry. I'm also very interested in the current research on stem cells, and such. I really want to get into the major healthcare problems of today that haven't really been perfected, such as helping people with lost limbs, dental fractures, etc. So basically I would like to know that if I do change my major to those fields, what occupations can they lead me to, what companies, and is there even a job market for them???
2007-01-08 03:27:33 · 5 answers · asked by A 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
Biomechanical engineering aswell, I'm considerring all of these.
DOes anyone one know the exact difference between each???
2007-01-08 03:33:16 · update #1
Your undergrad years are a time to explore other topics you are interested in - so for stem cell research, biology might be a good choice for you. Is biomedical engineering offered at your school? That would give you a great background for understanding the mechanics involved in artificial limbs, etc.
I would avoid biomechanics for a major if it is in the Physical Education Department at your university, but it would be a good choice for pre-med/pre-dental if it is in the engineering department. The science in Phys Ed departments tends to not be a rigorous as in science or engineering departments.
2007-01-08 03:44:51 · answer #1 · answered by WildOtter 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
From the interests you listed, I would definatly say don't go into any engineering field. Engineering has nothing to do with researching or practicing in the fields of medicine.
Engineers, especially chemical engineers, deal more with process and production. That being said, the job market for ChE is very good right now! I had a job a full semester before I graduated last May and I'm making real good money! : )
2007-01-08 05:49:55 · answer #2 · answered by Duluth06ChE 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Careers in chemistry: food scientist - yum:) high quality coverage analyst instructor environmentalist forensic scientist (elect greater technological understanding instructions) polymer chemist biochemist (elect bio instructions) surgeon (might desire to proceed onto medical college) Physicians Assistant (might desire to circulate to graduate college) there are a number of careers for chemistry majors - i might propose not combating at a bachelors in technological understanding - distinctly propose happening to get a grasp's or maybe a Ph.D Bryn Mawr is an marvelous college and additionally you made a competent selection. additionally, there is an selection of double majoring in enterprise and chemistry that way in case you proceed directly to get your grasp's or Ph.D you may in all probability run a lab fairly than be the lab grunt.
2016-10-30 08:24:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can lead into many fields. To actually get a good job doing chemisty you will need at least a masters degree. Chemistry is a good path to medical school. You will have many options. Study what you love and it will lead you towards a career you will love as well.
2007-01-08 03:29:58 · answer #4 · answered by Plasmapuppy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What about Biochemical Engineering?
2007-01-08 03:30:37 · answer #5 · answered by CHESSLARUS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋