People who lean toward the
investigative type often like to work independently and on a cognitive level. They like to think about and analyze ideas, problems, and issues.
Investigative types may have strong math, science, and analytical abilities. They prefer to study and understand situations and expand their knowledge on subject matters.
Below are examples of Rutgers University college majors and sample career options that relate to the
investigative type. Review these lists and brainstorm ideas of possible college majors and career paths you might want to learn more about.
Related Rutgers University Majors| Aerospace Engineering | Computer Science | Mathematics |
| Agricultural Science | Economics | Mathematics/Stats |
| Animal Science | Electrical Engineering | Medical Technology |
| Anthropology | Environ./Bus. Economics | Meteorology |
| Biochemistry | Environ. Plan./Design | Microbiology |
| Bioenviron. Engineering | Environ. Science/Studies | Pharmacy |
| Biological Sciences | Environ. Engineering | Physician Assistant |
| Biomathematics | Exercise Science | Physics |
| Bioresource Engineering | Food Science | Plant Science |
| Ceramic Engineering | Geography | Public Health |
| Chemical Engineering | Geological Sciences | Sociology |
| Chemistry | Linguistics | Statistics |
| Civil Engineering | Marine Science | |
| Computer Engineering | Materials Science Engineering | |
Related Career Options| Actuary | Embryologist | Physicist |
| Aeronautical Engineer | Entomologist | Plant Pathologist |
| Agronomist | Environmental Analyst | Professor |
| Air Analyst | Food & Drug Inspector | Programmer |
| Allergist | Formulation Chemist | Psychiatrist |
| Anesthesiologist | Geneticist | Psychologist |
| Applications Engineer | Geologist | Public Health Specialist |
| Architect | Geophysicist | Quality Control Engineer |
| Assistant Researcher | Health Physicist | R & D Specialist |
| Associate Scientist | Industrial Hygienist | Research Engineer |
| Biochemist | Information Scientist | Safety & Health Manager |
| Biologist | Laboratory Supervisor | Scientific Editor |
| Biostatistician | Laser Technician | Software Engineer |
| Biotechnologist | Management Analyst | Soil Scientist |
| Botanist | Market Research Analyst | Statistician |
| Cardiologist | Mathematician | Surgeon |
| Ceramic Engineer | Medical Technologist | Systems Analyst |
| Chemist | Meteorologist | Systems Engineer |
| Chiropractor | Microbiologist | Technical Staff Member |
| Clinical Researcher | Mycologist | Technical Writer |
| Computer Applications | Neurologist | Telecommunications Specialist |
| Crime Lab Analyst | Nuclear Medical Technologist | Test Engineer |
| Engineer | Numerical Analyst | Toxicologist |
| Data Base Design Analyst | Nutritionist | Water Purification Chemist |
| Dentist | Pathologist | Wildlife Biologist |
| Dietitian | Pharmacist | Veterinarian |
| Ecologist | Physician Assistant | |
After you finish reviewing college majors and career options that relate to the
investigative type, go to the next section,
Gather Information, to learn more specific information about the options you might be considering. Good luck!
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