Should You Do an English Degree?
I will confess, I have not gone through the stats, but I’m fairly confident when I say that most of the young people I work with have their eyes set on studying either a STEM or an applied subject at university. This choice is often influenced by their ideas about their future career path, however, there are always some students who want to do a degree or major in a particular subject area because it is something that they love.
What are the jobs of the future for 2030
Each year the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) publishes a list of jobs that they expect to see the greatest growth over the next ten years. They have recently published their data for 2020 so it seems like a good time to think not just about the jobs but also about the majors that are likely to be popular.
3-2 Engineering Programmes: The best of both worlds?
The process of choosing a college or university to attend is one of making choices between one option and another, not least, the decision to pursue one area of study or another. A hidden jewel in the US college application options is the 3-2 engineering programme offered by many institutions.
Choosing a major: A Parent’s Guide
How to Help Your Child Choose A Major Do you know what the most common entry is against the question ‘what major would you like to study’ is? Its ‘Undecided’. There is no requirement for a student to say what they want to study at college, however […]
Should I Study Engineering at College?
Studying for an engineering degree is not for the faint hearted, they are some of the most competitive courses to be accepted onto and are notorious for having some of the highest dropout rates in higher education. But every year a good proportion of Ivy Central students apply to study engineering at college and then go on to successfully complete their degrees before moving into employment.
In this article, I will help readers gain an insight into what studying engineering is like and where it can lead you.
Should I Major in Economics?
Each year many Ivy Central students choose to study economics when they apply to college, and they are not alone, economics is one of the most popular subjects in colleges and universities around the world. Students tell me that what they like about the subject is that it breaks out of the STEM or humanities debate, by having one foot firmly set on each side of the divide. Other reasons people like it is that they feel it teaches them to better understand the real world, which in turn provides a good platform to enter the world of work in a broad number of careers.
The World of Viticulture and Oenology
Viticulture and enology, the art and science of wine production, have captivated individuals for centuries. Viticulture and enology encompass cultivating grapevines to crafting exquisite wines. This field offers a fascinating blend of agriculture, science, and artistry. Viticulture is the science of growing grapes, while enology is the art and science of making wine. Viticulture and enology are both complex and challenging disciplines, but they can also be very rewarding.
Unveiling the World of Biomechanics
Biomechanics is the study of the mechanics of living organisms. It is an interdisciplinary field that combines principles of engineering and biology. Biomechanics is used to understand how living organisms move, how they interact with their environment, and how they respond to injury.
Best Chemistry Education Programs & Job Prospects
The field of chemistry offers an exciting array of possibilities for those who pursue a major in this discipline. Beyond the fascinating world of molecules and reactions, a chemistry degree opens doors to diverse academic programs and promising career paths. A degree in chemistry can lead to a wide variety of careers in academia, industry, and government.
It’s Not All About the Money!
In the world of Careers Guidance, we are used to the idea that to help a young person prepare to make decisions about what career they want to pursue, you would explore their interests and strengths. Such considerations are essential; people tend to have more rewarding careers if they do something they enjoy and can do well. However, interests and strengths can only ever be part of the thinking. The individual’s feeling of job satisfaction is missing from such an approach. We may find ourselves working in a job that links to our interests and strengths but fails to provide the internal glow of a job well done.