Top 10 BSc course options every student should know about

BSc course | An overview 

Choosing a career path after high school can be quite confusing, especially because your entire future may depend on it. If you have a science background (i.e., 10+2 level), you may often turn to engineering or medical science courses. But what you don’t know is that a BSc course can offer you an equally successful career ahead. 

Let’s have a look at all the possible job options for a BSc graduate, so you can make the right choice! But before we dive into that…

 

What is BSc?

The Bachelor of Science (BSc) course is a three-year-long graduation course in the science stream. It’s a very versatile program that offers various choices of disciplines to its students.

As a result, there are umpteen career avenues which will open up for you after you complete your BSc course. But first, you need to decide which discipline of science is your passion and forte, and choose the right course based on your assessments. 

So here are 10 of the best choices for you. 

1. BSc Zoology 

Zoology, as you may know, is the science of the animal kingdom. This course delves into several sub-disciplines of zoology. The entire spectrum of BSc subjects entailed in the zoology course includes-

• Ichthyology
• Entomology
• Herpetology
• Ornithology, etc. 

After completing this course, you can easily apply for jobs as an ecologist, nature conservation officer, environmental manager, conservationist, or even a zoo curator/manager! The average salary a zoologist can expect as a beginner in India is around 3-4 LPA. Experienced zoologists can expect a salary of 6 lakhs as well. With a Ph.D. you can expect an increase to around 12-15 LPA, depending on the job. 

2. BSc Botany 

Botany entails the study of the plant kingdom. With new research in this field shedding light on characteristics of plants that were previously unknown, biology enthusiasts are taking a renewed interest in botany. If you choose this stream, you will get to learn about-

• Cellular Biology
• Biotechnology
• Plant anatomy
• Biochemistry
• Genetics
• Ecology

Jobs that you can secure after completing this course include botanist, plant pathologist, nursery manager, ecologist, conservationist, plant explorer, and biological technician. Graduates in India can expect a salary of around 4-8 LPA. Some popular recruiting firms in India are National Chemical Laboratory, Center for Science and Environment, Greenpeace, and many more.

3. BSc Physics 

Apart from zoology and botany, there are other highly lucrative disciplines of science that you can opt for. The BSc Physics graduation course is one such option if you often find yourself thinking about the way the universe works. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Physicist job opportunities will increase by 8% in the years from 2021 to 2031. 

With an undergraduate physics degree, you will have an in-depth knowledge of subjects such as-

• Waves
• Optics
• Thermodynamics
• Mechanics
• Electricity
• Particle physics
• Quantum physics, etc. 

Armed with this knowledge, you will be able to apply for either research work, or other jobs like quality control manager, astrophysicist, and statistician. The average salary in India for the bachelor’s degree in Physics is around 3-8 LPA. You can also find work at private research laboratories or multinational corporations that recruit the best minds from around the world. 

4. BSc Chemistry 

If none of the course above interest you and you’re more fond of the periodic table, then chemistry is the subject you will find most interesting. However, chemistry is not for those with a weak memory, especially when it comes to subjects like organic chemistry. In this course, you will also learn about-

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry 
• Analytical Chemistry

As a BSc Chemistry graduate, you probably have the maximum number of career options to choose from. You can look for a job as a production chemist, toxicologist, clinical research specialist, cytologist, food chemist, water quality chemist, and even a biomedical chemist!

There will be an increase of 6 percent in the employment rate expected for chemists in the years 2021 to 2031, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. The salary in India for BSc in Chemistry varies from 2-7 LPA, on the basis of your job, position, and experience in the field. 

5. BSc Biotechnology 

• DNA technology
• Biostatistics
• Animal and Plant physiology 
• Other advanced subjects like DNA Typing, Proteomics, and more. 

With this degree, you can apply for jobs like that of a biotech analyst, epidemiologist, biostatistician, lab technician, medical coder, or even go on to teach biotechnology at the college level. The employment rate for Biological Technicians will rise by 9% in the years 2021-2031, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. The average salary a fresher can expect is 4.9 LPA, in India.

6. BSc Computer Science

Information Technology, as we all know, is a booming industry globally. As a computer science graduate, you can enter the highly profitable job market of IT, be it as a salaried professional or a freelancer. In a BSc Computer Science degree, you will learn a lot of programming languages like-

• C++
• Java
• PHP 
• Database management systems
• Computer networks 
• Data mining

There are a plethora of jobs waiting for a computer science graduate. A software developer, software architect, web developer, game designer, database engineer, and a hardware engineer are just the tip of the iceberg. The possibilities are almost endless, making this course one of the most popular BSc courses around the world.

The employment rate of computer research scientists will increase by 21% from 2021-2031, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The computer science field is considered to be the fastest-growing field in terms of employment opportunities. Starting salary for BSc in computer science is around 3-4 LPA in India.

7. BSc Nursing 

There are several course options for students who do not wish to become a doctor but are still interested in health and wellness. The BSc Nursing course is one of them. This four-year-long undergraduate course covers subjects like-

• Physiology
• Pharmacology
• Nutrition
• Biochemistry
• Genetics
• Pathology
• Microbiology, and many more

Upon completing this course, you can find work as a clinical nurse, a nurse manager, and even opt to teach nursing as a nursing educator. There will be an employment rate increase of 6% in the coming years. You can expect a salary of 1 LPA in India, after graduating in nursing.

8. BSc Agriculture 

For those aspirants who have an inclination toward botany and yet do not wish to enroll in a typical botany course, you can opt for a BSc in Agriculture instead. The BSc Agriculture course is touted to have better career prospects than a regular botany course because of its vast applications in the agricultural industry. This course teaches students subjects such as-

• Agronomy
• Crop Physiology
• Genetics
• Horticulture
• Soil Science
• Entomology 
• Plant Pathology, among many others. 

You can bag several respectable, in-demand jobs upon completing this course, like agriculture officer, assistant plantation manager, agricultural research scientist, Agro-business development executive, and even Agro-marketing executive. Graduates can expect a salary of 2.5-6 LPA, in India.

9. BSc Microbiology 

Another one of the best BSc courses you can look into is the BSc in Microbiology. Although this course is more research-oriented and typically chosen by students who have ambitions of becoming a scientist, there are a few other job prospects it offers as well. In this course, you will gain an in-depth understanding of subjects-

• Immunology
• Virology
• Microbial Physiology
• Microbial Genetics
• Molecular Biology
• Tissue Culture
• Cell Structure 
• Medical Microbiology

As a microbiologist, you can apply for jobs as a biochemist, cellular biologist, immunologist, industrial microbiologist, bacteriologist, mycologist, virologist, and also food microbiologist! Employment rate is expected to grow by 9% in this field from 2021 to 2031. In India, graduates can expect a salary of 3-4 LPA.

10. BSc Physiotherapy

If you are considering looking for self-sustaining, lucrative jobs after BSc, then this course is just for you. As a physiotherapist, you will be able to set up your own practice alongside doctors like orthopaedists. To develop mastery over this discipline, this course will teach you subjects like-

• Pathology
• Pharmacology
• Orientation Physiotherapy
• Electropathy
• Neurology
• Orthopedics

You will have a multitude of career choices after completing this course, because you will have access to different sectors like private clinics, health institutions, fitness centers, defense medical establishments, and rehabilitation centers. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment rate will grow by 17% in the years 2021 to 2031 in physiotherapy. Physiotherapists with no experience can expect a salary of around 2-3 LPA. Those with four or five years of experience can expect an increase of salary to 4-6 LPA, in India.

Top job prospects after completing BSc

Students who have completed their BSc can continue studying ahead by pursuing an MSc or Ph.D. or specialized courses like LLB, or B. Ed or can start working to build their resume and gain practical experience. A career in BSc opens the door to several job opportunities for students. Some of the top available job opportunities with their salaries in India are-

Job	Salary (in India)
Clinical Research Associate	4-5 LPA
Data Science and Analyzing	4-5 LPA
Lab Chemist	3-4 LPA
Software Developer	Around 4 LPA
Educator	2-3 LPA
Statistician	6-7 LPA

Top universities to pursue a BSc degree abroad

Have you made up your mind to pursue a BSc course? If yes, the next step is to apply to the universities. Here’s a list of some top universities that you can apply to-

University	Course Duration (in years)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology	4
Imperial College London	3
The University of Melbourne	3
The University of Texas-Austin	4
Australian National University	4
The University of British Columbia	4

Key takeaways

• BSc programs present a variety of career paths in different fields, giving you the freedom to select based on your strengths and interests.
• Each BSc course concentrates on specific subjects, and specialized expertise in areas such as zoology, botany, physics, chemistry, and more.
• Graduating from a BSc program opens up great job opportunities, which include research, management, consultancy, analysis, technical roles, and education.

This is all we have for now. Feel free to reach out with any questions or suggestions you have in the comment below, we would be happy to help!

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FAQs

1. Which BSc course has the highest salary? 

There are many BSc courses that offer well-paying jobs, but based on the current market trends, courses like biochemistry and bioinformatics have the highest salaries. 

2. Which BSc course is best for UPSC? 

The BSc Agriculture, BSc Botany, or BSc Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science are considered best for UPSC aspirants. 

3. Which BSc course is easy? 

Just as there is no relatively easy or difficult BSc syllabus that you can choose from, there are no easy or difficult courses. It all depends on your personal capability and affinity for each subject.

4. How many types of BSc degrees are there?

There are two types of BSc degrees offered to students. These include-

• BSc Honours
• BSc General

5. What is the main subject in BSc?

Some of the subjects that students study in BSc include- 

• Computer Science
• Zoology
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Mathematics
• Biotechnology
• Statistics
• IT, etc.

6. What are the job profiles after BSc?

Here is a list of jobs that people can do after getting a BSc degree-

• Statistician
• Scientific Assistant
• Clinical Research Associate 
• Science Consultant, etc.