Why did I choose Chemistry:
I am a Chemistry fan. The way it works fascinated me since I was a kid.
About my college education:
We studied different branches of chemistry like analytical, physical, organic, biocemistry and industrial chemistry. We also have mathematics, biology and physics subjects. I have failed a lot of exams and a few subjects. I found organic chemistry difficult and physical chemistry relatively easy. GE subjects are really easy though. I liked Industrial Chem because it's field related and we have plant visits in different companies.
Taking Chemistry is tiring and your classes takes up a lot of time since most of your laboratory classes will be 6 hours. So if you have 3-4 laboratory classes in a semester, expect that your schedule will be jam-packed. I once experienced a semester where in during Tuesdays and Thursday my classes start by 7am and ends by 6pm, with no breaks in between. And then when it's exam week, exams will begin by 7pm. So I was so haggard that time.
Time management is one of the very important this to have, especially if you have a student organization to top it all with. I think having an inspiration also helps, as a source of motivation. I failed some subjects but my significant other has motivated me to keep on pushing and never surrendering.
My current job:
I am a chemist, in charge of testing different physical and chemical properties of our incoming raw materials for our product.
Am I using what I learned in college:
Very much. Since I am working as a chemist, laboratory theories and techniques are applicable here.
How long did it take to find a job:
8 months
Do I recommend studying Chemistry:
There are a lot of career opportunities for Chem grads. You can work as QA or in R&D, even supply chain. Chemistry can also be a pre-med or pre-law course.
Entry level salaries are slightly lower compared to, let's say, a chemical engineer. But as you move up the ladder, salary gets better. There is career growth and fulfillment here, so yes, definitely recommendable!
Advice to people who are thinking of studying this course:
Chemistry is a challenge, be ready. The battle won't be easy but the rewards are great.
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