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The following 6 comments and questions have been sent in. They are listed according to date.

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• Does studying Physical Science result in a good job?
• Wants to be a space scientist at NASA
• Wants a science job after graduation
• Jobs doing Physical Science
• Five jobs related to Physical Science
• Want to have a career in scientific research

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Does studying Physical Science result in a good job?

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July 12, 2010

hai im from srilanka.i'm expecting to study physical science,in srilanka, how much[special top sellery] shell we get in futur.wht are the benifits of physical science,after the physical science what can i do for my knowlege improvment=futur improvement.if i do any special of physical science how much wll expect in srilanka, forien countries also, please give me a good advise

ishan - Sri Lanka

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Knowledge of physical science is a start in getting a technical or science job. Most pay well, however, you need special skills for a specific position. Find out what you enjoy doing and what you are good at doing.

It is worthwhile to look through the various job websites for Sri Lanka to see what is available and what requirements they have. Then, when you study, you can focus on an area where you can get a good job.

http://www.topjobs.lk/

http://www.jobsinworld.com/Science/jobs-in/Sri-Lanka

http://www.tiptopjob.com/search/jobs_by_industry/c/lka_sri_lanka/m/1000226_science

http://www.srilankajobs.info/jobs/index.aspx

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Wants to be a space scientist at NASA

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June 8, 2010

respected sir/mam
i am an indian student passed 10+2 from isc board in 2010.
i want to become astronaut cum space scientist at nasa,
so in which subject i should complete my graduation and furthur i want to study abroad at texas university.
to be an astronaut at nasa is my aim from class 3rd so please help me.
my high school marks in science subjects are
mathematics 94;computer application 92; science 74 and at 10+2 are mathematics 86;physics 62;chemistry 66.
thanking you.

anurag - India

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It is good that you are ambitious and want to become an astronaut and space scientist at NASA in the United States. However, you should realize that India is moving forward with their own space program and has plans for a space mission in 2016.

See: http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/asiapcf/01/29/india.manned.space.mission/index.html

They will be needing space scientists, and you would have a much better chance with their program.

Keep track of the India plans at the Indian Space Research Organisation website at: http://www.isro.org/

Although some of your grades are excellent, you need to increase your grades in science, physics and chemistry. You need complete understanding of those subjects, so improve your study habits. See our material on getting good grades at: http://www.school-for-champions.com/grades.htm

You can apply for scholarships to universities in Texas, but they are very difficult to get.

Best wishes on attaining your dreams.

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Wants a science job after graduation

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October 31, 2009

I'd already sat for local A/Ls in Sri Lanka. Combined maths, physics,and chemistry are the subjects that I choose for that. I want to know about the jobs that I can apply for. I'd like to do a traveling job.can I do it? what are the qualifications that I have to complete? Do I have to do higher studies in other country? I can do my job in another country or in my country. I'd like to do my job in maths field. (I'm a 19 years old girl)

Bhagya - Sri Lanka

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One possibility for a job where you can travel is to be a sales representative for a company selling scientific products. You would need to understand the product and be able to discuss its features with scientists and engineers in other companies.

Typically, jobs using mathematics are not ones where you would travel. Also, they usually require an advanced degree. You can work in a lab with physics and chemistry, but also there is little or no traveling with such jobs.

Find out if your school has listings of any companies offering internships, where you can get experience before graduation.

Also, investigate companies looking for people in the sciences. Start near home and work outward. Read their job listings to see what they are looking for. When you are ready, you can contact them.

Also check:

http://www.jobsinworld.com/Science/jobs-in/Sri-Lanka lists jobs around the world. Also search under physics, maths, and chemistry. Right now there are none in Sri Lanka, so you can try other countries.

http://lk.tiptopjob.com/ and http://www.tiptopjob.com/change_country.asp

This site might help: http://jobs.classifieds1000.com/Sri_Lanka/Teaching_Jobs/Primary_science_in_english_medium

Best wishes in finding your career.

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Jobs doing Physical Science

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May 15, 2009

wat is carrier after doing bsc physical science from delhi uviversity ramjas college ,related to job profile.

harsh - India

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You can use your knowledge in Physical Science in many technical jobs and in teaching. You can get a job working in Chemistry or Physics as a technician or use the knowledge in engineering. Otherwise, you would need an advanced degree.

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Five jobs related to Physical Science

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January 3, 2008

Hi
I want to know at least five jobs related to phyisical science with brief detail about the jobs
thanks

arun - India

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Such jobs as Science teacher, Physics professor, scientist, chemical engineer, and electrical engineer require Physical Science. You will need to find the details on the jobs yourself.

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Want to have a career in scientific research

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January 22, 2007

I want to know what school to go to, what course to study, with my interest in science, specifically research. I don't know which field, because they have all interested me at some point. I suppose first I need to find a career councilor in my area. Can you help me?
I stumbled on your website by looking backwards, trying to find jobs and then what degree they should have, and then what schools offered that education.
Everyone else has asked for my zip code 47012. But no one offers advice, just "Go to our school" advertisements.
Thank you for taking time to write.

Korina Sue - USA

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As you take the different courses in science, you'll find one or two that really interests you. It is a great feeling, because then you want to learn more and more about the subject.

I wouldn't worry about finding a career counselor yet. The big thing is to determine your area of study and then concentrate on getting a degree in that area.

Note that a large portion of scientific research is done in the universities. Technical companies tend to do more applied research and development, because they are interested in producing new products.

Most schools have listings of companies and jobs in specific fields, so you can do we your investigation while at school.

Best wishes on an exciting career.

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