A broad and versatile field of study, Mechanical Engineering (ME) blends scientific and technical subjects into a large discipline with many areas of focus, from materials science and thermodynamics to robotics and weapons production. To become a mechanical engineer, it’s necessary to obtain at least a bachelor’s degree in a related area. For those who…
Biochemists study the ‘glue’ that holds living organisms together — atoms, molecules, and ions. Biochemical scientists work in the lab and computer lab, exploring complex and socially important problems, from the effects of pesticides to the action of DNA. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is the entry-level requirement for beginning a career in…
Physical therapists facilitate recovery and prevention in patients struck by debilitating injuries and illness. To practice with a license, a professional physical therapist needs a graduate degree. Beginning in 2018, the required degree will be the DPT, or Doctor of Physical Therapy, a three-year professional doctorate. Physical therapy (PT) students should attend a school accredited…
According to Kiplinger Personal Finance magazine in 2013, more than any other major, Pharmacy studies lead to well-paying jobs for both fresh graduates and experienced workers. Thanks to the aging of the American population, more of these health care professionals are needed every day. This has also given rise to the average pharmacist salary (more…
Architecture is a multidisciplinary field that unites art and science to bring their best products to the world in the form of built structures. A good architect can create a beautiful, safe and functional building. A great architect has enthusiastic clients, creativity in abundance, and seamless leadership skills, as well. Architects need a professional academic…
Petroleum engineers develop and apply the technologies needed to extract hydrocarbons — i.e., oil and gas — from natural geological deposits. The discipline is comprehensive in its approach, marrying science and applied mathematics with political economy and law. Petroleum engineering, or ‘PE,’ programs should be accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. The entry-level…
Product design and development is the art form of the industrial designer. Material goods everywhere begin in the minds of these creative professionals. Experts in innovation, industrial or product designers can work in virtually any industry, dreaming up the machines, processes and goods that will move society forward to the next level, from biotechnology to…
Veterinary medicine is a popular major that can lead to a promising career in many areas, from pharmaceuticals and biotechnology to academia, government and pet healthcare. To become a veterinarian, students must spend at least four years earning the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, or DVM. Most students have a bachelor’s degree going into veterinary school….
The study of economics is a vital part of being able to forecast the future as it relates to the business climate at a given point in time. The world is made up of diverse economies and there are great advantages to understanding how to apply economic theory in a multitude of industries and situations….
As the world looks for better and more efficient uses of natural resources, chemical engineering as a profession has become a critical tool for advancing the world safely into the future. Chemical Engineers are involved in product development, medical research and DNA analysis. They have a far reaching effect on many aspects of day to…