Not enough student around the world choose to study science subjects at the university. What are the reasons for this? What impact does this issue have on society? Give your reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience

Technology is rapidly changing the lives of people around the world, creating a high demand for university grads with backgrounds in

science

.

However

, the number of students studying relevant subjects is well below the required level.

This

problem seems to be caused by outdated preconceptions, which determine young people’s choices today. One of those preconceptions is that certain subjects are better suited for men. Examples of these include mathematics, computer engineering, technology and other fields of knowledge, which are totally dominated by males. In recent decades, noticeable progress has been achieved by many countries in acknowledging that men and women are equally capable in

science

. Despite

this

big step towards equality, female employees may still feel unwelcome or, in some instances, face evident discrimination in male-dominated work environments.

As a result

, many women with a natural inclination to

science

settle on studying humanities or social

science

at the university, depriving society of their main talent. Another reason for the lack of

science

students spreads even wider. In the past, scientists were significantly paid less than professionals in prestigious areas,

such

as business and law.

Therefore

, ambitious young people tend to choose highly paid occupations, disregarding their aptitude for

science

. Things have changed today; today jobs in technical disciplines are among those with the highest remuneration, but

this

trend is yet to reflect in the university application numbers.

For example

, in the UK, over half of all international students still come to study for a degree in business.

Consequently

, economies around the world are affected by an oversupply of social

science

grads and a deficit of graduates with technical skills. Not surprisingly, the complaints of fresh graduates who cannot find a job are frequent. To conclude, it seems some young people still perceive studying

science

as a route towards a mediocre income from a job where most of one’s colleagues are men.

Thus

, too many opt for degrees in social sciences, creating an imbalanced society where highly-educated graduates struggle to find skilled jobs.