If you like the idea of developing new food products, testing anti-ageing serums, teaching, setting up businesses or studying the effects of pollution on marine life, then a career in science and mathematics may appeal to you.

You need to be logical, analytical, good at solving problems and accurate in your approach to work.

What areas can I work in?

The science and mathematics career area includes a wide range of careers in maths and the biological, chemical and physical sciences. It also includes materials science, food science, and technology. 

If you think you may also be interested in other areas of technology, you may want to look at the career areas for Engineering, Computing and ICT and Health and Medicine (including Medical Technology). 

What kind of companies can I work for?

Science and mathematics play a part in a wide range of industries, so you could find yourself working for retail companies, local government or research and development firms.

To see the routes to getting into each of these sectors, take a look at our Career Areas.