Engineering is one of the top preferences of students all over the world. But there are thousands of engineering programs available across the world. And they lead to different career directions also. Have you ever wondered which of these would be the best for you according to the demands of the modern world?
In today’s blog we will tell you about 6 best engineering programs that will be highly demanded in the next decades.
6 Highly Demanded Engineering Fields
We have identified 6 highly demanded engineering fields that have a high scope in Pakistan and abroad. You can consider going for any of these careers but remember you will only excel at any of them if you have the aptitude, abilities, skills, and personality suited for them. So, it’s important to understand your own natural gifts and if they align with these engineering professions before you opt for them.
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1. Renewable Energy Engineering
Do you know how far the world has advanced in this field? For instance, China is building a space solar station which will capture sun’s energy, and send it to Earth in the form of microwaves. This solar station is expected to generate more energy in one year than all of the world’s oil!
Renewable energy is one of the leading sectors of engineering in today’s world. As the world is rapidly switching to the use of renewable energy resources, professionals of this field are increasingly in demand. In Pakistan too, the demand of renewable energy engineers will increase between 2025 and 2040.
In this field, the focus is on the design, development, installment, and functioning of renewable energy sources which include solar, hydel, thermal, and wind energy. This is a very important field of education and can open various doors of opportunity for you because of its direct link with initiatives to combat climate change.
2. Biomedical Engineering
Biomedical engineering also has a wide scope in today’s world where STEM careers are the forefront of innovation, technology, and development. The field of medicine and biological sciences is rapidly advancing, with new machinery and technology being introduced for advanced functions. This has increased the demand of biomedical engineers in different sectors of health and life sciences.
Biomedical engineering is a very important field of engineering in Pakistan. In this field you can earn around PKR 3,000,000 a year in Pakistan on average! If you pursue biomedical engineering, you will be involved in the making of medical equipment, prosthetics, tissue engineering etc. If you have the aptitude for it, you must consider biomedical engineering because it is an opportunity for you to service mankind and you can get high paying jobs in this field. You can read about the job market and nature of work of Biomedical Engineering here.
3. Environmental Engineering
Environmental sciences are some of the top professions in today’s world. They are not only important for the conservation of life of Earth, but also for building solutions and exploring nature. Their importance has increased in the last decade because of the rise in climate change, resource depletion, and its consequences. Environmental engineering is a very important profession in this regard. It focuses on water management, waste management, air quality control, and sustainable infrastructure.
The importance of professionals in this field has also significantly increased because the whole world is facing the issue of climate change and habitat deterioration. As an environmental engineer you will be at the forefront of developing advanced technology in greenization, intelligization, resource management, and green economies.
4. Robotics and Automation Engineering
In order to keep pace with today’s rapidly advancing world, robotics and automation have become the most important engineering fields. This field of engineering applies to a diverse range of sectors including manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, technology, and agriculture.
If you pursue a career in robotics and automation you will be involved in robotic design and development as well as automation projects which will help to increase productivity, safety, and efficiency of different type of tasks. Across the globe, engineers who specialize in robotics and automation are highly sought professionals who are offered high paid salaries in the world’s most developed countries.
Do you know the latest research in this field aims to create ‘truly humanoid robots’ that can function and interact like humans!
5. Quantum Engineering
Quantum engineering is the field of engineering concerned with the study of the smallest parts of an atom. As a quantum engineer you will be using quantum mechanics to solve problems. The main focus of quantum engineering is the development of computer software and hardware development.
As a quantum engineer you can get into toles like simulation specialist, quantum software specialist etc. Quantum engineering is important for the future because it is leading the latest advancements in computing, producing enhanced security mechanisms for communication channels, and operating energy efficient systems. This means that you can be at the fore fronts of the latest technological advancements as a quantum engineer!
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6. Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace engineering is not only about making space ships. In fact, it’s a huge industry which requires multiple types of equipment and manufacturing across the world. Many public and private entities are now increasingly involved in space exploration. This is why the scope of aerospace engineering is also wide.
The major areas of focus in aerospace engineering these days are the hypersonic vehicles and space station designs. As an aerospace engineer you will be developing technologies like satellites, space crafts, drones, and electric air crafts.
Aerospace engineering is a very good field of engineering. The average salary of aerospace engineers is PKR 150,000 per month in Pakistan. If you are a competent aerospace engineer you can find high paying jobs in Pakistan, earning more than PKR 250,000 a month in Pakistan.
Why You Should Prefer these Engineering Careers?
These engineering careers are amongst the leading engineering programs of today. They are crucial because of their relevance in the current job market as well as the advancement in latest technologies. Here is a list of reasons why we suggest that you prefer these programs,
1. These careers have a high demand in Pakistan and abroad
2. You can have good salary packages in these careers
3. These careers involve innovation, creativity, and opportunity to build new and exciting technologies.
4. These careers offer stable and high paying jobs and their futuristic nature ensures future growth in these fields.
5. They are interdisciplinary and have a really good future.
6. You get a chance to positively contribute to society by developing solutions.
All the best for your career decisions! If you need any help in choosing the right career, you can contact us anytime.
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