A young Nigerian Biology graduate has sparked a conversation online after advising university aspirants to avoid studying the course. In a TikTok video, she shared her personal experience and explained why she believes the degree offers limited opportunities in Nigeria.
Graduate's Warning to Aspirants
The graduate, who holds a BSc in Biology, revealed that after completing her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program, she struggled to find a job. She noted that employers often lose interest upon learning her degree is in Biology. This led her to return to school to study Nursing, a decision she says was driven by the lack of prospects for Biology graduates.
She stated: “I know a lot of you don’t know that I have a degree in Biology before I went back to nursing school. If you know your family is not strong or you have no connections, you have no business studying certain courses. One of those courses is Biology, BSc Biology.”
Reasons Behind the Advice
The graduate explained that even fields like Nursing are struggling in the current economic climate, making it even harder for Biology graduates. She emphasized that without family connections or financial backing, pursuing a degree in Biology could lead to disappointment.
“Listen to me, even if you get Biology as a course to study, I will advise you not to go because with the way the country is right now, even courses like Nursing are still struggling to get their footing. Imagine Biology,” she said.
She also recounted her job search experience: “No one wants to hire you. Even when you meet people that want to collect your CV, they will be asking what course did you study, and if you tell them BSc Biology, you will just see their face drop.”
Additional Courses to Avoid
In addition to Biology, she advised against studying Biochemistry and Microbiology, urging aspirants to skip these courses entirely. Her video has garnered thousands of views and sparked mixed reactions from viewers.
Public Reactions
Many social media users shared their own experiences and opinions. Some agreed with her, while others defended the value of science degrees.
- Graciousscents shared: “Was in 300l studying environmental biology before I got nursing, didn’t think twice about switching, sent a total of 9yrs in the university because I started from remedial then changed department, asuu strikes and all but looking back now I’m glad I took the bold of going back.”
- Trader Hausa argued: “Haba Sis, Bsc. Biochemistry shouldn't be involved. You're aware that Health part, oil and gas companies are looking for us like mad koh!”
- CHOPS AND SIPS IN SOKOTO commented: “I studied Microbiology with high hopes of working in a hospital since I couldn’t get Medical Laboratory Science. Looking back now, I wish I had chosen P.E.S instead. Sometimes the courses we think have better prospects don’t always turn out that way.”
- Asquare countered: “I studied Biology and currently work in the healthcare/pharmaceutical sector, where I apply my scientific knowledge and earn a living through my qualification. Currently working as a Medical Delegate, promoting healthcare solutions and contributing to improved patient outcomes.”
- Sani Sabo Kwarko suggested: “Better to read Biology education (B. Sc. Ed) than pure biology.”
- Mimie shared: “i studied microbiology in udus after so many years i went back to school and study SLT.”
- Snooper said: “The sooner they realise this the better thank you for the enlightenment.”
- Abdool added: “I studied Microbiology and I am an Officer. Madam forget all of these, grace is all that matters. Whatever u study just pray for grace.”
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This is not the first time such advice has gone viral. Previously, a white man listed 10 courses he considered “useless” to study, including History, Film, Liberal Arts, Theatre, and Art. Similarly, a Nigerian man, Brooda John, described courses like Law, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Agriculture, Sociology, Political Science, Business Administration, and English Language as “useless” in Nigerian universities, sparking widespread debate.
