• Question: How many different subjects do u need to know to be a scientist

    Asked by anon-360214 on 30 Mar 2023.
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      Maryam Sani answered on 30 Mar 2023:

      It really depends on the area of science that you are interested in, you need to have at least five subjects including math and English, and either double-award science or single science subjects at the GCSE level. It is good to have a broad range of other subjects as well. There are several options after GCSE, including A’ Levels, T-levels, and a range of Level 3 diplomas, in each case the number of subjects that you study is much less which allows more focus.

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      Martin McCoustra answered on 30 Mar 2023:

      It depends… I think that the broader the foundation that you lay at school, the better for you in the long term. I went through the Scottish system at high school and got five Highers in Chemistry, Physics, Maths, English and History which got me into my chemistry degree programme. I would always recommend that you do maths in addition to the science that you are interested in. Mathematical tools are becoming more and more important even in biology.

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      Graeme Dykes answered on 30 Mar 2023:

      It depends on the area of interest. Chemistry, Physics and maths are central. You might need biology especially if you want to be a GP or Vet. You have to read and write a lot so a basic level of English is necessary

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      Jade Markham answered on 31 Mar 2023:

      I think you just need an open mind and to be a team player. A new person enjoyed our team who knew nothing about Phosphorus chemistry and we trained her. Her background is different but that will be her strength, just as my background is different and that is my strength.

      Don’t try to fit into a box. Be yourself and do your best and you will suceed

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