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We've already covered the reasons why you should study biology in another post, but what about careers in biology? Where can studying biology take you and what jobs can you do?
Well, to help to you explore your GCSE and A Level Biology career options, we've created this interactive infographic to help you understand the biology careers market better. No matter what stage you're at in school, simply click on an industry and follow the link to learn more about the career sector.

Click on the poster below to start exploring where biology can take you. If you can't view the image below, then click here to download.

Science and Research

Studying GCSE or A Level Biology can help set you up for a range of careers in Science and Research. If you enjoy studying Biology at A Level and want to pursue a career in the subject, then you might want to consider looking into research fields. Biology researchers work over a range of different disciplines that explore the 'make up' of living things. Typical jobs that require GCSE Biology include:

Biochemist

Biochemistry combines the study of Biology with Chemistry. Biochemists typically investigate living things like people, viruses and bacteria. To become a Biochemist, you'll need to have a good eye for detail and be able to work with a range of scientific equipment.

An A Level in Biology could help set you up for a career in botany. Botanists work with all forms of plant life and help grow, preserve and discover various species of plants and flowers.

Forensic Scientist

If you think you'd enjoy working at crime scenes, then in a career in forensic science could be right up your street. Forensic Scientists typically study evidence to be used in court hearings. GCSE Biology will certainly help you break into this field.

Medicine and Healthcare

If you enjoy helping people and would like to work in a hospital or laboratory environments, then a career in Medicine and Healthcare could be for you. Typical jobs in this industry include:

To become a nurse, you'll need to be a naturally caring person. Having your A Level Biology will be a big plus as most nurses have a degree in nursing. There are various different types of nursing jobs out there including ambulatory nursing, dermatology nurses and neuroscience nurses.

Working as a doctor can be a very rewarding job if you're passionate about biology. To become a doctor you'll typically need GCSE and A Level Biology in order to apply to medical school an obtain a degree in medicine.

Pharmacists are experts in medicine and give people advice about a range of health matters. To work as a pharmacist, you'll need to have a degree in pharmacy, so gaining your A Level Biology is essential.

Agriculture

If you enjoy being in the great outdoors and have an interest in nature, then a career in agriculture and the environment could be for you. Typical jobs in this sector include:

As a farmer, you'll be responsible for growing and maintain crops or caring for livestock. Many people become farmers as the result of a family business but having your GCSE Biology will certainly help you find a job if you're not from a farming background.

Ecologists study the relationship between plants, animals and the environment. This wide-ranging discipline would suit someone with an interest in the environment and preservation.

Landscapers help shape outdoor environments. Typically, a landscaper could design gardens, public parks or areas surrounding housing developments.

Sport and Fitness

GCSE and A Level Biology is well-suited to careers in sports and fitness. Whether you're an athlete yourself or have in interest in sports performance, studying Biology will help you find jobs like:

A personal trainer works closely with people who want to improve their physical fitness. As a personal trainer you could work with professional athletes or ordinary people who want to become fitter.

Professional Sportsperson

If you have a talent for a particular sport, then you may be able to study at university on a sports scholarship. Having a GCSE or A Level in Biology will definitely help you along the way.

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapists typically help people who have physical injuries as a result of playing sports or otherwise. If you enjoy helping people and coaching them back to fitness, then physiotherapy could be the perfect job for you.

Engineering

A career in engineering may not be the first thing you think of when studying GCSE or A Level Biology, but the field has many opportunities for biologists. Some Biology jobs in engineering include:

Biological engineering lends itself well to A Level Biology. Biological engineers typically work in roles relating to the preservation of soil, water and natural resources.

Environmental Engineer

In this role, you'll be responsible for developing techniques to reduce waste created during product manufacturing. If you have an interest in the environment and recycling, then this job could be for you.

Biomedical Engineer

This specialist job role involves developing innovations in healthcare. For example, as a Biomedical Engineer, you could find yourself working in prostheses, health management and care delivery systems.

Police and Emergencies

Working as part of the emergency services, you'll play a vital role in upholding the law and helping people. Although Biology may not be the first subject you think of in these roles, having a GCSE or A Level in Biology can help you work in the following job roles.

Police Officer

As a Police Officer, you'll be responsible for enforcing the law in a variety of different situations. With a Biology qualification, you could find yourself specialising in crime scenes.

Firefighter

A Level Biology is a good subject to have if you're interested in becoming a firefighter. This job involves working in dangerous environments so you'll need to have a good awareness of health and safety.

Ambulatory Staff

Working as part of a team, as an ambulatory staff member, you could be responsible for taking care of patients on their way to hospital. An A Level in Biology will come in useful here as you'll also need to be able to medically treat patients
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Careers in Biology: Where Can GCSE & A-Level Biology Take You?

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We've already covered the reasons why you should study biology in another post, but what about careers in biology? Where can studying biology take you and what jobs can you do? Well, to help to you explore your GCSE and A Level Biology career options, we've created this interactive infographic to help you understand the biology careers market better.

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Biology offers a wide range of career options and opportunities for school-leavers, graduates, postgraduates.

Whichever stage of your career you're at - from deciding whether to study biology at school, college or university, to working out what to do after you graduate - the Royal Society of Biology is here to help.

Working as a biologist

First of all, there's no such thing as a typical biologist. Entering a career in biology could take you in almost any direction you can think of, and to anywhere in the world.

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Biology offers a wide range of career options and opportunities for school-leavers, graduates, postgraduates. Whichever stage of your career you're at - from deciding whether to study biology at school, college or university, to working out what to do after you graduate - the Royal Society of Biology is here to help.

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Careers in Chemistry - Where Can Chemistry Take You?

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We've told you all about why you should study chemistry but what comes next? While chemistry is a great subject to study for GCSE or A-Levels, it can also lead some pretty interesting career choices. And no, they aren't all just titled 'Chemist'...there are plenty of different jobs involving chemistry!

Since chemistry is the study of how the elements of our world work together, careers in this area can range from anything from designing cars to space exploration. But don't just take our word for it! Check out this list of the most interesting jobs for chemistry students.
Food Scientist
From sweets to marmite and everything in between, Food Scientists are in charge of making our food tastes delicious and stays fresh. By applying chemistry to the creation of food products, they can make fatty foods non-fatty, create 'fake' chocolate, and even make the unhealthiest of foods nutritional. A great example of food chemistry can found in the work of celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal. By understanding how the elements of food work together, he can create things like scrambled egg ice cream and even edible tableware. "Nom nom nom..."
Firework Designer
While you're having fun on bonfire night, a chemist has been working hard to make those fireworks sparkle. Firework designers work with different chemical elements to create the brilliant colours and effects you see in a fireworks display. Not convinced? Fireworks contain six vital chemical ingredients: fuel, oxidising agents, reducing agents, colouring agents, binders and regulators. A fireworks designer knows exactly how much to mix of each to create the dazzling effect you need.
Crystallographer
There are more to those pretty crystals you find in new age shops than meets the eye. Crystallographers study the structures of crystals found in anything from gemstones to snow flakes, so that they can replicate them in laboratory scenarios. And it's not all about a pretty picture! These chemistry know-it-alls allow us to grow crystals for things like computers, foods and even digital watches.
Forensic Chemist
No matter how brilliant Sherlock Holmes is, there are some things even a fictional detective can miss. But not for a Forensic Chemist. These guys look a crime scenes from a chemical perspective, looking at substances like fibres, paints and poisons to try and catch the culprit. A great example of forensic chemistry at work can be seen in crimes involving fires. Forensic chemists can analyse the material found at the crime scene to find out exactly what substances were used to start the fire.
Art Conservator
Ever visited an art museum and wondered how a 500 year old painting can look so good? Art conservators use their knowledge of chemistry to create dyes and colours to restore older paintings and make sure they are kept bright and beautiful for years to come. They also take into account how different paints interact with the world around them in order to help plan conservation environments. Who knew science and art could mix so well!?
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We've told you all about why you should study chemistry but what comes next? While chemistry is a great subject to study for GCSE or A-Levels, it can also lead some pretty interesting career choices. And no, they aren't all just titled 'Chemist'...there are plenty of different jobs involving chemistry!

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Chemists get to ask some great questions, from "If I set this on fire what will happen?" to "If I combine these elements together in the right way can I create something totally new"? And it's all part of the job.
What do chemists do?

Chemists do some, erm, explosive work in the lab

Chemists conduct experiments to study how elements work in different conditions, test how they mix, and work out what they are made up of right down to the tiniest particle.

The results can be groundbreaking, colourful, explosive, or almost impossible to see.

Learn more: This Chemistry Subject Guide links what you learn in class to your career

Chemists use their experiments and knowledge to develop medicines, foods, fabrics and other materials, from neon lights to shatterproof glass.

They also use it to understand the world around us, from why leaves change colour to discovering invisible pollutants in the air.

'Chemists get to do some seriously cool stuff - and it's all part of the job!'
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Chemistry is everywhere!

Pick up a can of soft drink and you'll find chemistry everywhere, from the metal can you're holding, to the paint used to cover it and the liquid inside.

Just breathe in and out and you're performing a chemical reaction, which is a little scary, but pretty great too...

Chemistry is sometimes known as the "central science" because it helps to connect physical sciences, like maths and physics, with applied sciences, like biology, medicine and engineering.

What skills will I get from studying chemistry?

All that questioning and experimentation can be really handy when it comes to building a whole range of skills for work.

Chemistry helps you to develop research, problem solving and analytical skills. It helps to you challenge ideas and show how you worked things out through logic and step-by-step reasoning. Chemistry often requires teamwork and communication skills too, which is great for project management.

What careers is chemistry good for?

Chemistry will help you get ahead in most STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) careers and more besides.

Chemistry is an important subject for careers in: medicine, environmental science, engineering, toxicology, developing consumer products, metallurgy (studying how metals behave), space exploration, developing perfumes and cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, energy, teaching, science writing, software development and research.

Don't believe us? Check out our interviews with people who all studied chemistry at A-level or beyond and went on to have fantastically varied careers:

For more information on careers in chemistry, take a look at out post Five Exciting Career Choices for Chemistry Students.

What subjects does chemistry go with?

Chemistry will help in your study of other sciences and technical subjects including: maths, physics, biology, engineering, IT, psychology, geography and geology. But study it alongside a modern language or an essay subject like history at A-level and you will have even more options for courses and careers.

If you're considering studying chemistry alongside another science subject, check out our two posts Why Study Biology and Why Study Physics.

What degrees and other qualifications do I need chemistry for?

Chemistry belongs in a gang with maths, physics
and biology

In our Why Study Maths article, we mentioned the gang of four - which includes maths, physics, chemistry and biology.

For degrees in medicine or geology, for example, you will usually need two out of these four subjects at A-level. Chemistry is often highly recommended, especially for the life sciences, which study living organisms, like us...

Chemistry is usually required for degree courses in: biochemistry, chemistry (yes, it's true...) chemical engineering, dentistry, dietetics (studies in food and nutrition) and pharmacy.

It is often needed or recommended for: biology, medicine, other types of engineering, geography, environmental sciences, materials science, physiotherapy, nursing, sports science, psychology, zoology and veterinary science.

Where can I find out more?

Take a look at our article on related subjects:

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