Bat scientist

Hello,
I’m planning on doing a Biochemistry degree (to give myself options as I’m very undecided) but I’ve been doing a lot of research on areas of biology that interest me, I need to present an academic poster on the subject of my choice ( I chose bats and their unique immune system) and I’ve realised studying bats is something I would love to do. After a biochem degree would I have to do a virology or zoology degree?
Does anyone have any ideas of how I can study bats and their immune system as a career?

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Original post by good.egg

Hi @good.egg,

I am a 4th year student studying an MRes in Wildlife Conservation. This year I have become a bat surveyor with an environmental consultancy company called Enims. Many similar consultancy companies look for seasonal surveyors too (e.g. Tetra Tech) between the months of March-September some of which focus solely on bat surveying. This would definitely be a great way to gain experience with bats for a CV as well as a way to know if this sort of bat career could be for you.

Also, in my experience when looking for careers in the ecologist or bat surveyor area they prioritize experience over a specific degree title so since you would get a BSc in Biochemistry I don't think you would be turned away just for that. However, if you think another degree would suit you and career in bats better like zoology I would research into it. I am not sure of careers involving their immune system this maybe more down the virology or vet medicine route which you may have to take a specific degree for.

I hope this has at least given you some food for thought.
If you have any more questions let me know.

Abby,
4th Year at University of Southampton.

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