Jobs of the future include commercial space pilots, mind-transfer specialists and 3D-printed food engineers. Bringing extinct species back to life and solving the global waste crisis with robotic earthworms is not a far-fetched idea.<\/p>\n
And students can futureproof their careers with qualifications in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), says Rebecca Pretorius, country manager for Crimson Education.<\/p>\n
A report by the World Economic Forum predicts that machines will do more than 50% of all labour globally by 2025.<\/p>\n
While many of today\u2019s occupations will continue to be a part of the future \u2013 some will transform into something entirely new or disappear altogether. Students who specialise in areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) are well positioned to excel in the future world of work.<\/p>\n
\u201cStudents need to seriously consider choosing a field of study that is futureproof after graduation,\u201d said Pretorius. The global education company assists young people to gain entry to top-ranked universities in the United States (US) and United Kingdom (UK).<\/p>\n
Degrees in STEM provide students a range of transferable skills such as problem solving, digital and numerical literacy, critical thinking and teamwork. The rise of automation and globalisation of the workforce requires graduates to have flexible skills to keep up with the digital landscape.<\/p>\n
\u201cSTEM job opportunities are being created at a much faster rate than students can graduate to fill them,\u201d said Pretorius. \u201cThese qualifications offer graduates a competitive advantage when entering the job market.\u201d<\/p>\n
A career in STEM allows young people to be leaders in ground-breaking technology, enhancing medical research and reducing the world\u2019s environmental impact. \u201cSTEM opens doors to exciting and emerging careers. Graduates can use their skills to solve real world problems,\u201d said Pretorius.<\/p>\n
Those wanting to gain admission to study a STEM pathway should be involved in maths and science activities both in school and beyond the classroom.<\/p>\n
With an increasing interest in STEM-focused universities throughout the US and UK, it is important for students to understand how they can secure a sought-after spot at one of these top schools.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere will always be a demand for STEM graduates, especially as technology evolves and we need to maintain and build the digital world around us,\u201d said Pretorius.<\/p>\n
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