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 explore.
Related Rutgers University Majors
| Aerospace Engineering | Computer Engineering | Marine Science |
| Agricultural Science | Computer Science | Materials Science Engineering |
| Animal Science | Economics | Mathematics |
| Anthropology | Electrical Engineering | Mathematics/Stats |
| Biochemistry | Environ./Bus. Economics | Medical Technology |
| Bioenviron. Engineering | Environ. Plan./Design | Meteorology |
| Biological Sciences | Environ. Science/Studies | Microbiology |
| Biomathematics | Environ. Engineering | Pharmacy |
| Bioresource Engineering | Exercise Science | Physician Assistant |
| Ceramic Engineering | Food Science | Physics |
| Chemical Engineering | Geography | Plant Science |
| Chemistry | Geological Sciences | Public Health |
| Civil Engineering | Linguistics | Sociology |
| | | Statistics |
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| Related Career Options |
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| Actuary | Ecologist | Physician Assistant |
| Aeronautical Engineer | Embryologist | Physicist |
| Agronomist | Entomologist | Plant Pathologist |
| Air Analyst | Environmental Analyst | Professor |
| Allergist | Food & Drug Inspector | Programmer |
| Anesthesiologist | Formulation Chemist | Psychiatrist |
| Applications Engineer | Geneticist | Psychologist |
| Architect | Geologist | Public Health Specialist |
| Assistant Researcher | Geophysicist | Quality Control Engineer |
| Associate Scientist | Health Physicist | R & D Specialist |
| Biochemist | Industrial Hygienist | Research Engineer |
| Biologist | Information Scientist | Safety & Health Manager |
| Biostatistician | Laboratory Supervisor | Scientific Editor |
| Biotechnologist | Laser Technician | Software Engineer |
| Botanist | Management Analyst | Soil Scientist |
| Cardiologist | Market Research Analyst | Statistician |
| Ceramic Engineer | Mathematician | Surgeon |
| Chemist | Medical Technologist | Systems Analyst |
| Chiropractor | Meteorologist | Systems Engineer |
| Clinical Researcher | Microbiologist | Technical Staff Member |
| Computer Applications | Mycologist | Technical Writer |
| Crime Lab Analyst | Neurologist | Telecommunications Specialist |
| Engineer | Nuclear Medical Technologist | Test Engineer |
| Database Design Analyst | Numerical Analyst | Toxicologist |
| Dentist | Nutritionist | Water Purification Chemist |
| Dietitian | Pathologist | Wildlife Biologist |
| | Pharmacist | Veterinarian |
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!
