Training and advancement A bachelor's degree in engineering is required for entry-level engineering jobs. Most engineering degrees are granted in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering. Medical scientist jobs require a medical degree or Ph.D. in a biological science. Careers in geophysics or geology require a minimum of a bachelor's degree for entry-level jobs, but advancement requires at least a master's degree. Outlook Overall engineering employment is expected to increase about as fast as the average for all occupations through 2008.
Projected growth varies by specialty.
Employment of geologists, geophysicists, and oceanographers is expected to grow about as fast as the average through 2008. Overall employment of surveyors, cartographers, photogrammetrists, and surveying technicians is expected to grow about as fast as the average through the year 2008.