Meteorology is the study of atmosphere and the motions within the atmosphere that focuses on weather processes and forecasting. Commonly known as ‘weather,’ meteorology focuses on the atmospheric variables related to current or near-future conditions.
Available Job Roles: Climatologist, Synoptic Metereology, Dynamic Metereology, Aviation Metereology, Agricultural Metereology, Industrial Meteorologist, Meteorology Professor or Lecturer.
Key Skills Required: Domain knowledge, scientific knowledge, Problem-solving skills, Communication skills, Excellent research skills, Team Player, Analytical skills, Good observation skills.
What to study?
Students wanting to pursue a career in Forensic Sciences can explore the following pathways:
- Path 1: Class XII in Science Stream; B.Sc (Meteorology/ Physics/Mathematics/Computer Science); M.Sc (Meteorology/ Atmospheric Sciences/ Disaster Management); Ph.D (2-3 years).
- Path 2: Class XII in Science Stream; B.Tech (Atmospheric Sciences); M.Tech (Atmospheric Sciences); Ph.D (2-3 years).
Where to study?
Som of the best universities offering forensic science programs in India and abroad are listed below:
| India | Abroad |
| · Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
· Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur · Centre for Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru · Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Pune · Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences, Uttarakhand |
· Massachusetts Institute of Technology, United States
· Harvard University, United States · University of Oxford, United Kingdom · Princeton University, United States · ETH Zurich, Switzerland |
Pros & Cons
- Pros: Exciting career, Stimulating work environment, Work provides a chance to travel.
- Cons: Long hours, Limited Career opportunities, Strenuous Field work.
Top Recruiters
Some of the top recruiters for Meteorology graduates are: Indian Meteorological Department, National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting, Ministry of Earth Sciences, Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Defence Research Development Organisation (DRDO), National Remote Sensing Agency, Indian Air Force, Space Applications Centre, Department of Agriculture (Central & State Govts), PRIMET, Argus Technologies, Vaisala, Amperon, AccuWeather, BreezoMeter, Spire, Jupiter, Spatial networks.
Students can also work as Independent Weather Consultant for news channels
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