Question: What make you a scientist

Felicity Hunter answered on 9 Mar 2021:

Great question! Generally it means doing a job that involves science – and there are lots of different types of science jobs. As a minimum requirement for a science job, you would need your level 2 qualifications (GCSEs/BTEC equivalent) and your level 3 qualifications (A-levels or BTEC/access course). With these qualifications, you could actually get a science job or an apprenticeship training position. For example, some people who have only their GCSE + A level qualifications currently working as Covid testers who test samples for positive or negative results. However, most science employers prefer you to also have a 3 year University degree or equivalent but that is the same requirement for most non-science professional careers! If you want to become a Dr. who holds a PhD in science you’d need to do a PhD degree as well which can take between 3-5 extra years. Some people also do a masters degree before their PhD. But please note, you do not need a masters degree or a PhD to be a scientist. (You may not even need a degree for many entry level science positions.) But each qualification you have will excel your career further. I hope that helps!