I'm a Scientist too
Inspiring the next generation of scientists
We want all students to feel like science is ‘for them’ and to inspire the next generation of scientists. To help you show your students how the skills and knowledge they’re learning in their classrooms can be relevant to their futures, we’ve spoken to a range of professionals in different (and sometimes unexpected!) careers to find out how they use science in their roles.
We'll continue adding careers over the coming months to demonstrate a wide variety of pathways for your students.
Could you be a scientist too?
Hear from professionals applying science in their roles every day and explore the real-world relevance of science education.
Firefighter
Ever wondered what science has to do with putting out fires? Darren Barrett from the Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service breaks down how chemistry and physics are critical to extinguishing blazes and saving lives.
Sports Technologist
Want to know how cutting-edge technology drives athletic performance? Aimee Mears, senior lecturer in Sports Engineering and Biomechanics at Loughborough University, explains how modern tech is redefining the limits of human sport.
Conservation Scientist
Ever thought about what it takes to protect history from decaying? Dr Nigel Blades, a conservation scientist at the National Trust, explains how science preserves historic homes, priceless art, and ancient artefacts.
Garden designer
Love the idea of getting creative outdoors? Bonnie Davies, Director at Davies Brothers Nursery talks about how she uses the science skills she learned from school when working with plants.
Scuba Instructor
Prefer spending your time underwater? Emma Samuelsson from PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) has found that science is all over scuba diving, and talks about how she makes use of these important skills.
Natural Heritage Officer
Passionate about nature, biodiversity and the environment? Joshua DaCruz from RSPB tells us about the importance of science, and how this contributes to his work protecting wetland environments.
Shoe designer
Inspired by sports and fashion? Jess, a technical shoe designer, tells us about how she combines her science and fashion knowledge to create shoes that ensure athletes can perform at their very best.
Conservationist
Love animals and being outdoors? Laura Curtis-Moss, conservationist at RSPB, discovered how much she'd need science when beginning her work monitoring seabirds and protecting their habitats.
Physiotherapist
Want to make a difference to people's lives? Niamh, a physiotherapist working for the NHS, tells us how her love of biology inspired her to go into healthcare.
Zoologist
Do you always want to know more about the natural world? Alice, a zoologist, tells us how she uses science while travelling the world to study animals.
Vet
Interested in a varied role helping to make peoples' pets better? Tasha, a small animal veterinary surgeon, shares how her science lessons gave her the passion she needed for her career path.
ESG and Sustainability Specialist
Interested in biomedical science? Margaux shares how her background in biomedical science, business and sustainability shapes her work in sustainable packaging.
Think Science. Think Differently.
We believe GCSE Science should evolve to foster a sense of scientific identity, creativity and curiosity. We want all students to feel like science is ‘for them’, helping them understand the world around them and see where science could take them in the future.
Through our work with teachers, students and science experts, we're exploring how more student-centred science qualifications can create space for curiosity, real-world relevance and meaningful science experiences.