UQ1951

What careers can you pursue with a Life Sciences degree?

Depending on the knowledge and laboratory skills gained through the university and course, a Life Sciences degree can be used in research and development, quality control, technical sales, and analytical work at pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, cosmetics, and environmental companies. Other paths include universities or public research institutes, education, and government. Some roles require postgraduate study or specific qualifications.

Key points

  • Options include research and development as well as quality control, analysis, and technical sales.
  • Knowledge and skills can be applied in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, cosmetics, and environmental companies.
  • Other options include universities or public research institutes, education, and government.

Things to check

  • The roles you can pursue and any required degrees or qualifications vary by specialization, university and course, and employer requirements, so check official information from the program and the career destination you are considering.