Climatology is an area under atmospheric science that deals with climatic changes over time. Those who are involved in the study and forecast of climatic trends that affects the environment are referred to as Climatologist.

They make use of the past records while evaluating and interpreting the climatic condition of an area. Past records help them to analyze the climatic trends of a particular season. They are also responsible for the study of the changes of atmospheric temperature and its effect on oceans. Using the collected information, they construct climate models with the aid of computer software meant for the purpose. The study of climatology can find applications in designing buildings suited for a particular geographic location. These professionals can find career openings with government and other professional weather service organizations.

Qualifying Exam

The candidate has to qualify master degree in Climatology in order to get in to the post of climatologist. Those who have similar educational qualification in areas of atmospheric science, meteorology, physics, mathematics, astronomy, and oceanography are also eligible. They have to pass competition text carried out by SSC, UPSC or PSC to get in to governmental weather forecasting organizations. Industrial firms have their own selection procedures to recruit candidate for different roles.

Who are eligible to apply?

Those who have passed Bachelor of Science preferably in area of atmospheric science are eligible for M.Sc climatology course. After completion of the course, they can get in to junior level post in any of the reputed weather service organizations. By gaining experience in the area, one can move in to the designation of climatologist. The candidate has to pass HSC in Science in order to pursue graduation and post graduation in the above-mentioned subjects.

Key elements in the process

Pursue XII class with science as the main subject

• Complete graduation preferably in the area of atmospheric science
• Pursue M.Sc in Climatology
• Apply to the job position of Climatologist after gaining experience in the area.

Skills required for a Climatologist

Those candidates who are interested in the job should possess a solid understanding regarding the study of climatic patterns. Ability to work independent and as part of team are necessary for employees involved in climatic predictions. Other personal qualities such as patience, critical thinking, analyzing ability, etc are often expected from these professionals.