Scope after B.Sc Chemistry

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Chemistry is that physical science which includes the study of a range of matters such as atoms, crystals, molecules and many other collections of matters whether they are in isolation or in combination. It also involves the concepts of energy and entropy that are related to the spontaneity of various chemical processes. Since this is a branch of natural sciences, it is commonly known as “The Science of Matter”.

Professionals working in this field are called chemists. They study the various compositions of matters and its concerned properties like density, size, shape and acidity. Usually the chemists specialize in one or more sub disciplines depending on their interests and the choice of their specialized field.

B.Sc Chemistry is the under graduate degree awarded by many universities in India for the students after the successful completion of their graduation in chemistry. The course in chemistry is useful for the students in various aspects and offers them with bright career. The course helps the students in improving their diverse skills in various areas such as laboratory skills, numerical and computing skills, ability to approach to the problems both analytically and logically, time management skills, etc.

Scope for Higher Studies after B.Sc Chemistry

The B.Sc chemistry graduates have many options for their higher studies. Majority of these graduates opt for master’s degree in the same. But they can also choose various specialized areas in this field for the post graduation courses. Many universities offer the study of chemistry at post graduate and at doctoral levels. For joining M.Sc in chemistry or related discipline courses, they have to pursue B.Sc form any recognized universities with at least 55% marks. Some of the higher study options after B.Sc Chemistry are

  • M.Sc. Chemistry
  • M.Sc. Analytical Chemistry
  • M.Sc. Drug Chemistry
  • M.Sc. Organic Pharmaceutical Chemistry
  • M.Sc. Physical & Materials Chemistry
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Other Certification Courses after B.Sc Chemistry

One of the major certification courses for the B.Sc Chemistry graduates is

  • Post-Graduate Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (PGDAC)

Career Opportunities after B.Sc Chemistry

The chemicals are used in almost every field such as medicines, food products, and electronics and even in construction activities. This creates many opportunities for the chemistry graduates in diverse fields. The industries, specially chemical and pharmaceutical, the universities and government laboratories are the three major employers who recruit Chemistry graduates. The entry level jobs in this field usually require at least the bachelor’s degree in chemistry, but majority of the jobs like research needs candidates with PhD in the same.

The chemical industries are also doing well in India and there is huge demand for chemists for various positions. Some of the job types for these graduates include

  • Analytical Chemist
  • Biomedical Chemist
  • Chemical Engineering Associate
  • Industrial Research Scientist
  • Lab Chemist
  • Materials Technologist
  • Production Chemist
  • Production Officer
  • Quality Controller
  • R&D Director
  • Research & Development Manager
  • Safety Health And Environment Specialist
  • Teacher

The employment areas for the B.Sc Chemistry graduates include pharmaceutical industries, chemical manufacturers, Forensic Science Department, plastic industries, agrochemical industries, etc. Apart from these, they are also recruited in other fields such as oil, gas and power sectors and even in defence services.

 
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37 Responses to “Scope after B.Sc Chemistry”

  1. 37
    komal:

    What can I do to have good carrer after my Bsc in chemistry. ?

  2. 36
    shravan kumar:

    hiiiiiiii
    i m shravan i m during chemistry (H) .i m not able to understand what m i do after completing my chemistry graduation in this year. plz help me

  3. 35
    asha:

    what is better to do either msc chemistry or msc biotechnology
    after bsc

  4. 34
    jissmon:

    sir, i pass plus two with 73 percentage and apply to Bsc chemistry also i want to study entrance coaching in medical . Is it applicable ?

  5. 33
    Devanshu Joshi:

    After 4 years what is best???
    M.E. Chemical or M.sc Chemistry??

  6. 32
    Indrajit sawant:

    Sir m external Msc kru shakto ka… Asel tr kon konti coleg ahet

  7. 31
    sankha:

    i am studying chemistry(hons.), b.sc
    now in 3rd yr
    how i can go to the astrochemistry line??

  8. 30
    ganesh kale:

    suggest ideas after b.sc(physics or chemistry or math)..iwill waight for your answer..

  9. 29
    parvathy:

    what are the good corses after bsc chemistry.can i goes to chemical engineering

  10. 28
    thejasree:

    job vacancies for achemistry graduate in kerala

  11. 27
    thejasree:

    jobs in kerala for chemistry graduated person

  12. 26
    chetan:

    hello, sir/madam
    can i eligible for msc from every institute offering msc in analytical chemistry in india. after completing bsc chemistry from ignou.
    plz reply soon

  13. 25
    Ritu Sood:

    hi……..actually i wnt to know that what i must do after my b.sc final year ? me a little bit confused ki in which subject i must complete my m.sc[pcm]?????

  14. 24
    deepak:

    SIR, is there any pgdm courses related to indusrial field after chemistry honours?

  15. 23
    shilpa:

    i have completed my b.sc chemistry &i want to go for some other field and not m.sc but i m confused for it as i m not getting options please help me

  16. 22
    Ramya:

    What job we can try after completion of bsc drug science in braou as distance mode

  17. 21
    priyanka bisht:

    i hve done my graduation in chemistry securing 52% plz suggest me some courses i can do related to chemistry other than msc

  18. 20
    Arya M Nair:

    Dear Sir,

    what are the good options after b.sc chemistry

  19. 19
    T.Shaw:

    IF I HV ONLY 52% IN B.SC HONS ON CHEMISTRY FROM CU, THEN MAY I HV ANY SCOPE TO COMPLETE M.SC ON ORGANIC CHEMSTRY? WHERE IN WHICH INSTITUTE I CAN HAVE THIS OPPRTUTINITY? PLZ HELP ME……….

  20. 18
    Lalit:

    what are the good options after b.sc chemistry?

  21. 17
    PRACHI:

    is there any other option instead of doing msc after done bsc in chemistry? plz ans..

  22. 16
    Malathi:

    Dear Sir,
    Im Completed B.Sc Chemistry In Ethiraj College.My Dad want contine my pg degree in MBA.Im In Big confusion what department shall i choose., If i Choose MBA OR M.Sc Chemistry.Which is the give bright future and give good pay Scale.Kindly clear my doubt.

    Thanks & Regards,
    Mathi

  23. 15
    Ismail jalgaonkar:

    I had my bsc degree in chemistry with 67% marks i want to go in research field please suggest me some ideas

  24. 14
    sahu jimisa:

    would i get job in any other govt. sector other than teaching line i have completed my bsc in chemistry

  25. 13
    rinky:

    what is the scope of doing M.sc psychology after B.sc chemistry honours?

  26. 12
    darsh:

    plz tell me wht scope after bsc microbiology sub

  27. 11
    Deepa:

    sir
    I am graduate in chemistry hons. with45% marks. I want to become a drug inspector. what can i do plz tell me& suggest any other options after Bsc. Chemistry thanks.

  28. 10
    Ganesh:

    What is better chemistry or microbiology???

  29. 9
    chinchu:

    i want to become a dietian after graduation in chemistry.what should i do? which field i should i go? or what courses is needed/

  30. 8
    Rohit s shardul:

    I want to become Food inspector after graduation in chemistry what I should do in which field i should go or what couse is needed

  31. 7
    Neha:

    What is the scope after b.sc hons. In chemistry. Is there any chance for iit.
    Thanks

  32. 6
    prakash khadakhadi:

    dear,
    iam student of bsc first year.my subjects are chemistry,environmental science,microbiology.but i have make my career in chemistry,so plez guide me which is the better option in field of chemistry?

  33. 5
    ashish:

    what i do after b.sc chemistry

  34. 4
    Gokul sharma:

    I mam a B.S.C honours student and i want to do M.SC in earth science
    please justify my wish about higher studies

  35. 3
    rudresh kumar:

    dear all,
    i am rudresh kumar Upadhyay. I have done bsc course (PCM group) in 2001. Onward I have taken the post graduate diploma in computer application, duration was 2 years in 2004. After this I have spended my time in the marketing fields jobs like insurance and mutual fund here i was selfemployed. Presently i am working in ksl and industries ltd. as a MARKETING EXECUTIVE SCRAP. In this organisation my salary is rs10000/- + incetive + acoomodation. Now I have given the interview in SBERO ORGANICS LTD. Here i appointed for ‘trainee chemist production’ at a salary rs8000/- per month without any accomodation. At this time i am 30 year old. so please tell me, how much i can growth in this field? what could be my income per month in future? am i join to this job? reply soon.

  36. 2
    ujwala:

    where is the more scope either microbiology or chemistry?

  37. 1
    farshad:

    what is scope of girls in food science after completed her bsc chemistry…which course can prefer to go food science area after her graduation…this question for my sister