Proven pathways to start a career in academia.

Etini

Valued Contributor
Being in academia is a beautiful career path. Having a chance to help mold the future is a fascinating prospect. There are pathways for people that wish to have a career in academia can follow to have that dream come true.

The first to kickstart a career in academia is to have an outstanding graduating grade. It is common knowledge that higher institutions retain the best graduating students. So if you desire to be offered a position in the university or college you attend, it is advisable to strive and come out with outstanding grades.

Another pathway to starting a career in academia is to become a non-paid assistant to a reputable academic. You can become an assistant to a professor, helping him/ her out with daily tasks. With time, you would be tasked to help him/ her teach some of the courses he/ she handles. If you do well, you would be recommended for a position in the faculty. Of course, you must have at least a master's degree to take this path.
 

Carpon

Valued Contributor
The opportunities available to people who are building their career in the academic field is almost inexhaustible. You have actually said some of the opportunities that abound but I will say that this is just little out of the many that exist.

And as you have said, part of the criteria for you to realise a good destination in this field is having a good degree grade. But this does not mean that you will directly get some occupation in the academic field because you have a good degree, you must also be able to acquire a good level of mental capability. Your ability to stay flexible will mean you have the potential of becoming a multiple tasker.

You can as well build a career in the academia when you actively get involved in the improvement of the teaching techniques that exist. You can as well become a tutor at any level, whether directly and fully or even indirectly.
 

King bell

VIP Contributor
There are many different paths that one can take in order to start a career in academia. However, there are a few key things that are essential for anyone who wants to pursue this type of career.

First and foremost, it is important to get a good education. This means getting a bachelor’s degree from a good college or university. It is also important to get good grades, as this will help you to get into a good graduate school.

Once you have completed your undergraduate degree, you will need to complete a graduate program. This will usually take two to four years, depending on the field you are entering. During this time, you will take advanced courses and conduct research. This research will be important, as it will be used in your dissertation.

After you have completed your graduate program, you will need to find a job. This can be done by applying for positions at colleges and universities. You can also look for jobs in the private sector, but these are usually not as stable.
 
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