In a developing country like Nigeria, there are general perceptions about the value of the science courses studied at the university. We will be covering the Top ten science courses with respect to Nigeria’s career opportunities.
Medicine and Surgery remains the number one best course to study in Nigeria since there are readily available medical graduates’ jobs. It is the most coveted health science course.
Nursing is a replica of medicine, is also one of Nigeria’s top science courses since they are in high demand. Most universities in Nigeria with a college of Health Sciences offer a Nursing as a degree course.
Ð harmacy is as well a top course in Nigeria and one of the respected courses in the country. The course generally deals with everything about drugs, how they are made and the side effects.
Biotechnology is an interdisciplinary course covering biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, molecular biology, embryology, chemical engineering, laboratory works, and researches.
Industrial chemistry deals with the commercial production of chemicals and related products from natural raw materials and their derivatives. An industrial chemist will always be needed and well-paid in the chemical industries.
Biochemistry deals with the study of the chemical process of living organisms. It is an interdisciplinary course of biology and chemistry.It consist three broad fields: molecular genetics, protein science, and metabolism.
Petroleum Engineering ranks among the top courses in Nigeria since Petroleum is the solid rock of the Nigerian economy, and petroleum mining industries are among the best-paying industries in Nigeria.
Civil Engineering is also one of the top science courses in Nigerian universities. It deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of the natural and physically built environment and constructions such as airports, bridges,dams, and so on
Computer Engineering and Information Technology is as well a top course studied in Nigeria and worldwide. Since we are in the computer age, the information technology sector is one of today’s fastest-growing sectors.
Electrical Engineering Generally, engineering courses are among the most sought-after courses in Nigeria. And among the engineering courses, people apply for this course every year.
