more-in MADURAI Stating that students often tend to prefer professional courses like medicine and engineering, K. Koodalingam, Regional Joint Director (Madurai), Directorate of Collegiate Education, said that the career options available for those who pursue basic sciences were often more than engineering. Speaking at the 14th edition of the The Hindu - EDGE Vetrikodi Career Counselling and Fair 2018 here on Friday, he said, “If you choose an engineering course in a specific discipline, then your options are narrowed. However, for instance, if you complete graduation in mathematics, you can opt for teaching jobs right from school-level till engineering colleges or universities.” He said that basic sciences courses like physics could open up research opportunities for interested students. “We all know about the famous scientist Stephen Hawking, who died recently. He overcame immobilising illness to do path-breaking research in physics. You all should take him as a source of inspiration,” he said. Highlighting that most of the students preferred maths, science or computer science groups in higher secondary, he said that courses like commerce that provide a lot of job opportunities are often ignored by the students. Mr. Koodalingam said that youngsters must be careful not to leave their focus from studies. “At your age, the possibilities and avenues for diversion from studies are too much. However, you must be ambitious and stay focussed on your studies and career,” he told the participating students. He also urged the students to not only focus on their own careers, but also help others and contribute to the development of society. “You must help India to get recognised on the world stage,” he said. The career counselling fair witnessed an overwhelming response with the participation of hundreds of students from Madurai and nearby areas, a majority of them along with their parents. The event is presented by VIT University and powered by Kalasalingam University. Presidency College, Bengaluru, is the gold sponsor and IFIM College, Bengaluru, the silver sponsor. Annai Fathima College, Madurai; Amity Global Business School, Chennai, and Bharath University, Chennai, are associate sponsors. Speed Medical Centre is the NEET partner. State Bank of India is the official banking partner for the event.

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