My daughter loves science and can't stand math - what options?

Ans: Hello A,

To begin with, your daughter’s career cannot be determined solely by her interests. Talent and personality also play a key role and must be taken into consideration. Before deciding on a career path, it is important to take an aptitude test. Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are two careers that can be followed with a degree in computer science. Statistical and actuarial sciences are typically recognized as attractive career options.

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Ans: You have mentioned that your daughter is NOT interested & you want to know about other better career options in Science.

Here are some TOP Career options (other than Medicine & Engineering through JEE & NEET) in Science:

IISER (Indian Institute of Science Education & Research) :

It offers BS-MS Dual Degree (RESEARCH-Based) 5-Year Programmes for Science Students. Your daughter can get admission through IISER’s own Admission Test (IAT) into any of the programs offered by IISER, having 7 branches at Berhampur, Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, and Tirupati.

PURE SCIENCE Courses:

Other than IISER, there are a lot of Pure Science Courses, available for your daughter such as, BSc (Hons), Bachelor of Statistics (suitable as your daughter is good in Maths), BSc+MSc (Integrated Bachelor & Master of Science) with following Specialisations, offered by different Universities:

Anthropology | Biochemistry | Exercise & Sports Science | Forensic Science | Agriculture | Bioinformatics | Forestry | Microbiology | Physical Sciences | Sericulture | Dairy Technology | Statistics | Physics | Applied Physical Science | Biotechnology | Life Sciences | Natural Sciences | Botany | Environmental Science | Home Science | Nursing | Biotechnology.

It is suggested to attempt a ‘Psychometric Test” for your daughter to know her level of Aptitude, Attitude, Interest, Personality Traits & Orientation Style to choose a right & most suitable Course among the options available in Pure Science.

Some of the Entrance Exams, your daughter can choose to appear for getting admission into any Pure Science Courses, mentioned above:

KVPY
IAT
NEET-UG (for Pure Science Courses with Some Universities
CUET (for Getting Admission into any one of the Central Universities in India)
BITSAT
& Other State Entrance Exams.

It is advisable for your daughter to get admission into any ONE of the Top-ranked Universities / Colleges / Institutes for pursuing her studies in Science. SOME of them are:

1) IISC, Bengaluru
2) IITs / NITs (For Pure Science Courses)
3) IISER (Having 7-Branches all over India)
4) University of Mumbai (Dept. of Atomic Energy), Mumbai
5) NISER, Bhubaneswar
6) Chennai Mathematical Institute, Chennai
7) Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata
8) Madras Christian College, Chennai
9) Christ University, Bengaluru
10) Mirinda House, Delhi

Please note, JEE & NEET are conducted NOT only for Engineering & Medicinal Courses but also for Pure Science Programs. Your daughter, to get admission into any one of the some top Institutes, will need JEE / NEET Score for admission into Pure Science Courses.

Also, it is ideal to prepare for Entrance Exams from her 11th standard now, either online or offline, to be competitive, to get admission into any top-ranked University / College / Institute in India, to get placed through CAMPUS Recruitment.

Hope I have clarified your doubts for your daughter.

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Ans: Praveen, Your daughter has great job choices in banking, finance, marketing, law, corporate secretary, mass communication, journalism, and hotel management even if she can pursue Commerce and Economics without Mathematics. Higher studies possibilities comprise B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce), B.A (Bachelor of Business Administration), BA Economics, Law (BA LLB/BVA LLB), Mass Communication & Journalism, and Hotel Management. Jobs in banking and finance; marketing and sales; HR; corporate secretary; legal profession; and entrepreneurship abound. Nonetheless, some elite institutions and universities could demand Mathematics, and disciplines like Data Science, Finance, and Actuarial Science mostly depend on it. She can still have a brilliant future in commerce and economics even if she hates maths greatly. She should investigate courses in Business Studies, Accountancy, or Entrepreneurship alongside Commerce & Economics since Applied Mathematics can be a useful substitute. Please note, The level of Mathematics required in Commerce and Economics depends on the specific subjects and career paths chosen. Commerce without Maths involves basic calculations and logic-based thinking, while Economics without Maths involves basic statistics, graphs, and logical reasoning. B.Sc. Economics requires higher Maths, while Commerce with Applied Maths covers practical topics like financial mathematics, probability, statistics, and logical reasoning. Career paths include B.Com, BBA, CS, Law, HR, Digital Marketing, and Entrepreneurship. If a daughter dislikes Maths but wants Commerce/Economics, Commerce without Maths is a safe choice. If she is not able to cope up with ICSCE Board, it is advisable to change her into CBSE. If she is struggling with the ICSE board, it is advisable to transfer her to CBSE. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future.

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