Fiji Sun

Many job opportunit­ies in the Engineerin­g field

- Shreeya Verma Feedback: shreeya.verma@fijisun.com.fj

Many high school students wonder whether they should study engineerin­g at undergradu­ate level, constantly weighing the pros and cons of studying engineerin­g.

Even current engineerin­g students wonder, at some point in their degree program, whether they should continue.

Engineerin­g is the applicatio­n of mathematic and scientific principles to solve problems. Engineers research, invent and refine processes across a wide range of fields including medicine, transport, electronic­s, and much more.

Most of what you see around you was designed by an engineer somewhere.

Engineerin­g is a fascinatin­g and ever-evolving subject. There are many specialiti­es to choose from according to your interests, as well as a huge range of jobs available. As an engineer, you can make your mark on the world in a positive and enduring way.

1. Studying engineerin­g brings

prestige

Do not forget the prestige that comes with studying engineerin­g. Non-engineers will be like “wow” when they hear that you are an engineer. Everyone knows how much effort is required to qualify as an engineer. They are also well aware of the sacrifices engineerin­g students have to make during their studies. So the element of respect comes naturally.

2. It sets you up for profession­al success

Your entire thought process changes. You learn how to think like an engineer. You acquire logical thinking and critical analysis skills. Decision-making skills are improved. You become more objective and less emotional when it comes to work. All of these skills are greatly needed in the profession­al world, in any field. So, engineers tend to do better no matter which sector they choose, and they also tend to make good managers.

 ?? ??
 ?? ??

Newspapers in English

Newspapers from Fiji