With new courses being introduced frequently, there are a lot of options to choose from. Hence it is not an easy task to decide on the suitable field after you complete 12th. If you are thinking differently, yet wish to be in the desired field there are courses apart from choosing Medicine or Engineering.
Let us discuss the courses in Science that could be done after 12th.
Science Courses You Can Do After 12th
There are students who have a passion for Medicine or Engineering. However, apart from courses with entrance exam ranking, there are numerous courses in Science. Let us take a look at the courses in Science.
Under the Science stream, you could choose from these options:
- Physics, Chemistry & Maths (PCM)- Students preferring Engineering or similar career options
- Physics, Chemistry & Biology (PCB)- Students preferring MEdicine or similar career options
Courses After 12th Science PCM
- B.Arch
- Integrated M.Sc Defence (students looking for a career in Navy, Army or Air Force)
- B.Pharm
- B.C.A (Computer Application)
- Bachelor in Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering
- Commercial Pilot
- Merchant Navy
- B.Sc. Physics, Maths or Chemistry
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Courses After 12th Science PCB
- BAMS ( course in Ayurveda)
- BHMS (course in Homeopathy)
- BUMS (course in Unani)
- BDS (Dental Science)
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.VSc AH)
- Bachelor of Naturopathy & Yogic Science (BNYS)
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- B.Pharm (Pharmacy)
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
- Nursing (general)
- Bachelor of Biotechnology (B.Sc. Biotech)
- Courses in Paramedicine
- Bachelor of Medical Lab Technology (BMLT)
- Integrated M.Sc.
- B.Sc. Botany
- B.Sc. Zoology
- B.Sc. Nursing
- B.Sc. Anthropology
- B.Sc.Radiography
- B.Sc. Dairy Technology
- B.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics
- B.Sc. Home Science
- B.Sc. Speech and Language Therapy
- B.Sc. Rehabilitation Therapy
- B.Sc. Occupational Therapy
- B.Sc. Medical Technology
- B.Sc. Audiology
- Other degrees in B.Sc.
B.Sc courses after 12th in Science
Here is an exclusive list of B.Sc courses for the students of class 12 from Science stream:
- B.Sc. Agriculture
- B.Sc. Nursing
- B.Sc. Horticulture (plant cultivation)
- B.Sc. Zoology
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Computer Science
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics
- B.Sc. Biotechnology
- B.Sc (Hons.) Chemistry
- B.Sc. Biochemistry
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics
The graduation program in B.Sc. offers various career opportunities in different fields. B. Sc. provides both theoretical and practical knowledge in the chosen field. The duration of B.Sc. degree is 3 years or 6 semesters, however, it varies in every institute.
You can take B.Sc. as Full-time or Part-time.
Since there are various fields in B.Sc. to choose from, you need to choose the suitable field wisely so that your career is safe and assuring.
There are over 100 B.Sc. courses in India. Choose the right career that has more scope of highly paid jobs.
Besides the regular B.Sc. courses, you could choose the Diploma courses in Science.
Diploma courses after 12th Science
- Nursing
- Medical Lab Technology
- Physiotherapy
- Radiological Technology
- Engineering
- Nutrition & Dietetics
| Name of the Course | Duration | What the course covers/What you learn | Job and Scope |
| Nursing | 9 months-1 year | Fundamentals of Nursing with bioscience, management, administration and the significance of hygiene. | Good job opportunities after completion of the course- work either in hospitals, educational institutes, clinics, etc.-also find jobs as a private nurse for households. |
| Medical Lab Technology | 1 year | Medical Lab Technologies, Haematology, general anatomy concepts and physiology with clinical biochemistry. | Wide job opportunities at diagnostic and disease detection centers for aspirants pursuing this course-work in hospitals, pathology labs, diagnostic centers, etc. |
| Physiotherapy | 2 years | General anatomy and physiology are the most important aspects- others are Psychology, Electrotherapy, Pathology, Exercise therapy and Neurology | Work at hospitals, physiotherapy clinics, old-age homes after the completion of the course-more opportunities in the corporate world, sports industry, and gym-better salary package with adequate experience |
| Diploma in Radiological Technology | 1 year | Radiology and scanning concepts including radiation physics, radiotherapy, anatomy and Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). | Wide job opportunities open in disease diagnostic centers for X-Ray, MRI, CT Scan-Diploma holders-could also work in radiology departments of hospitals. |
| Diploma in Engineering | 3 years | Diploma in engineering fields such as electrical, civil, mechanical, computer science etc- choose the field that interests you most. | One of the highest paying diploma programmes is Diploma in engineering- Bright job opportunities in government as well as the private sector- taking admission in B.Tech second year or lateral entry enhances your job options |
| Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics | 2 years | Home Science, Chemistry, Psychology, nutrition basics, and other basic diet-related aspects. | Diploma holders in this field are hired in fitness centers, weight-loss centers, gyms, and hospitals for assistance in designing diet plans and helping people in improving their eating habits |
Conclusion
As discussed in this session, there are numerous options under B.Sc. after 12th in Science. Based on your interest, choose your career wisely so you can get the desired job. You could also choose Diploma courses after 12th- Science.
