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CAREER-WISE STUDENTS ON THE MOVE COMENIUS PROJECT
MOST IN-DEMAND FUTURE JOBS QUESTIONNAIRE
Liceo Scientifico Statale “A. Volta”
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A pre-investigation clarified that the following occupations should be on the list
as there is common demand for them
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Students will tick only one of the items in part A and number part B in the
order of importance(1 most important-7 least important)
A) What occupation would you like to choose for your future life?
---- Doctor(specialist)
---- Architect
---- Software Engineer
---- Dentist
---- Pharmacist
---- Automotive Engineer
---- Solicitor
---- Physiotherapist
---- Electronic Engineer
---- Aeronautical Eng.
---- Industrial Eng.
---- Civil Engineer
---- Mechanical Eng.
---- Finance administrator
---- Economist
---- Pilot
---- Veterinarian
---- Nutritionist
---- Construction Eng.
---- Urban planner
----Designer
----Psychologist
----Teacher
----Journalist
----Nurse
----Cultural-linguistic mediator
----Management Eng.
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B) Why do you want to choose it as a profession?
---- since it is interesting
---- since it is popular and prestigious
---- since you earn a lot
---- since my parents want me to choose it
----since it is easy to find a job
---- since I have skills for this job
---- since it has comfortable working conditions
CAREER-WISE STUDENTS ON THE MOVE COMENIUS PROJECT
MOST IN-DEMAND FUTURE JOBS QUESTIONNAIRE REPORT
Liceo Scientifico Statale “A. Volta”
Liceo Scientifico Statale “A. Volta” is a five-year high school whose students’ economical
and social background is rather heterogeneous. Since they are taught both humanistic
(Latin, History, Philosophy, Art, Italian and English Literature) and scientific ( Physics,
Chemistry, Maths, Biology ) subjects they acquire the necessary knowledge and skills for
all kinds of university studies; for this reason they continue their scholastic career
choosing in a huge variety of university courses.
According to surveys and questionnaires implemented in Liceo Scientifico Statale “A.
Volta” , top 10 in-demand future jobs are listed respectively below but some students
have stated as their dream occupation also: Finance administrator (2), Electronic
Engineer (2), Veterinarian (2), Software Engineer (2), Psychologist (2), Dentist (1),
Management Eng. (1), Designer (1), Pilot (1), Engineering physicist (1), Judge (1).
81 students participated in the questionnaire.
As to the reasons of choosing their dream occupation,it is clear that their own personal
interest has a priority. Students take also into account if it’ s easy to find a job and
whether they have skills for the profession. Instead they do not care much about the
working conditions of the job and, above all, what their parents want them to choose.
1- Doctor (24)
2- Economist ( 7 )
3- Physiotherapist (6)
4- Civil Engineer ( 5 )
5- Solicitor (5)
6 - Architect ( 5 )
7- Construction Eng. ( 4 )
8- Mechanical Eng. ( 3 )
9- Journalist ( 3 )
10- Cultural-linguistic mediator ( 3 )
Order of importance while choosing a career
1- it is interesting
2- it is easy to find a job + I have skills for this job
3- to have a good income
4- it is prestigious and popular
5- it has comfortable working conditions
6- my parents want me to choose it
Liceo Scientifico Statale “A. Volta” TOP 10 OCCUPATIONS FOR COMENIUS
PROJECT JOB BANK
1- Doctor (Specialist)
Specialist doctors diagnose and treat medical conditions, disorders, illnesses and
diseases through the application of specialist medical skills and knowledge.
Specific responsibilities vary greatly depending on the area of specialism. However, generic
duties of the job may include:
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undertaking patient consultations and physical examinations
organising workloads
performing surgical procedures
providing general pre- and post-operative care
monitoring and administering medication and intravenous infusions
assessing and planning treatment requirements
liaising daily with medical/non-medical staff including other doctors and healthcare
professionals
writing reports
maintaining records
Employment, working conditions and salary
Vacancies for specialist doctors are advertised online on the National Health Ministry
website, in national newspapers and other publications. They can also work at private sector
hospitals or at charitable/voluntary organisations. They often work long hours under
pressure. They can earn from 5.000 to 50.000. TL , depending on certain situations.
Qualification and training required
Qualification as a doctor is a lengthy and expensive process consisting of several related
stages. The first stage is 6 years of general practitioner education at a medical school
attached to a university and then 4 or 5 years of specialist education.
You need to take a national examination and get really high grades in the exam in which you
have to answer mainly science and math questions.
Specialist doctors should have good practical skills, ability to solve problems and effective
decision-making skill.
2- Economist
An economist is a professional in the discipline of economics. The individual may
also study, develop, and apply theories and concepts from economics and write about
economic policy.
Within this field there are many sub-fields: philosophical theories, focused study of minutiae
within specific markets, macroeconomic and microeconomic analysis or financial statement
analysis. Tasks can include:
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using analytical methods and tools such as econometrics, statistics, economics
computational models, financial economics, mathematical finance and mathematical
economics
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counseling both on investments and strategies that a firm plans to undertake
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analyzing the financial position and operating results of a business house from a
study of its sales, purchases, overhead, etc
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studying data and statistics in order to spot trends in economic activity and consumer
attitudes
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making recommendations about ways to improve the efficiency of a system or take
advantage of trends as they begin
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counseling politicians about important decisions of political economy
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performing economic analysis for the media
Employment, working conditions and salary
An economist can work with public organisations (universities, research centres, etc…),
economic institutions ( national banks, IMF, etc…), private companies (banks, financial
institutions, consulting firms, professional associations), trade unions, non- or not-for profit
organizations. The access in these kind of employments takes place by public competitive
exams but it’ s also possible to work as self-employed worker. An economist has to be able
both to manage working relationship with different people and institutions and to adapt to the
working environment. Economists have structured work schedules. Many work under
pressure of deadlines and tight schedules, which may require overtime. Some travel may be
necessary. The average salary is around € 1248 but an economist can have bigger income
depending on the working experience and the individual skills.
Qualification and training required
Most major universities have an economics faculty, school or department, where academic
degrees are awarded in economics. The training can go on by means of Master’ s degree.
However, many prominent economists come from a background in mathematics,
engineering, business, law, sociology, or history.
3- Physiotherapist
Physiotherapists use a variety of physical techniques and therapies in the treatment
and rehabilitation of patients who are suffering from illnesses and/or injuries.
Physiotherapists work with a variety of patients including physically disabled children,
pre/post natal women, sports men/women, industrial employees, hospital in and out patients
and people within the community.
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helping patients recover from accident, illness or injury
organising physical exercise sessions
providing massage
supervising specialist therapies such as hydrotherapy,
aromatherapy
collecting statistics
writing reports
liaising with professionals such as doctors and nurses
providing education and advice about exercise and movement.
electrotherapy
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Employment, working conditions and salary
There are good opportunities for promotion: a structured career path exists within the
National Health Ministry and openings commonly occur within the private sector. Alternatively
physiotherapists can specialise or move into teaching, research and managerial positions.
Average salary is from 3.000 to 7.000 TL.
They can work for private sports clinics, at hospitals, charities, industrial organisations and at
special schools.
Relevant experience gained via voluntary work, placements or through employment as a
physiotherapy assistant is very beneficial. Jobs are advertised in national newspapers and
specialist publications.
Qualifications and training required
To qualify as a state registered physiotherapist you will need an National Health Ministry
approved physiotherapy degree (4 years university education needed).They should have
good time management, physical health and fitness, interpersonal skills, team-working skills.
4- Civil
Engineer
A civil engineer plans and supervises the construction of buildings, bridges, water
ways, streets, high ways. Other civil engineering projects include railroads, tunnels,
dams, aqueducts, airports, irrigation systems.
A civil engineer works with other technicians such as surveyors, plumbers,
electricians. Other workers who may work with a civil engineer are: bricklayers and
carpenters.
The civil engineer:
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must be familiar with the many materials used in the structures he builds;
must know about soils and rock;
must design foundations;
must understand the use of same construction equipment such as Bulldozers
and Cranes;
must use the principles of Science, Mathematics and Physics in his work;
must study constantly to keep up with new engineering development;
must travel even to far sites;
must be very exact in his work;
must be able to make decisions;
must know that he can be exposed to contaminants, to very hot or cold
temperatures without heat or air conditioning;
must know that conflictual situation with clients and other engineers may arise;
must be able to have a good relationship with the field staff and clerical staff.
In short an engineer must be creative, critical, a quick thinker, have a good
leadership and be careful.
Employment, working conditions and salary.
There are good job opportunities all over the world. In Italy the salary varies from
fifteen thousand euros to twenty thousand euros a year and even more, depending
on the places and specialization.
Qualifications and training required
In Italy a degree in civil engineering is usually required and of course good skills in
engineering calculations, analysis of steel and concrete structures and foundation.
Skills in designing concrete structures, foundations, roads, pipes and silos. In Italy
there are three possible paths after you have enrolled university: civil and
environmental engineering, information engineering, industrial engineering. Once you
have got a three- year degree you can go on with a specialist degree where you can
choose from seventeen courses. Specialization might include coastal engineering,
traffic and transport, structural engineering, highway construction and so on.
5- Solicitor
Solicitors act on behalf of and give legal advice to private and commercial clients.
Solicitors who work with commercial clients often specialise in one legal area such as
litigation, property or tax. Private client work usually involves minor legal matters such as
writing wills, custody cases, divorce settlements and so on.
Typical duties include:
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giving legal advice
researching cases
writing legal documents
liaising with other professionals such as barristers
representing clients in court.
Employment, working conditions and salary
It is a responsible and trustworthy job which necessitates integrity, confidentiality and a nonprejudicial manner. They can work for private law firms. They may work long hours and they
do not have fixed timetable and they may travel at times. They generally do office work.
Average salary/income per month is from 10.000 to 25.000.
Vacancies for qualified legal professionals appear in national newspapers.
Qualifications and training required
Graduates from any academic background can train as a solicitor, but should have an
excellent record of academic achievement. After getting high grades at university entrance
examinations you need to study at a faculty of law for four years. Solicitors should have
motivation, commercial awareness, good interpersonal skills, written and oral communication
skills.
6- Architect
Architects design and oversee the construction of buildings or alterations to existing
buildings. They may also provide specialist advice.
Architects create building designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments. They
employ specialist design and construction knowledge combined with high level drawing skills
to develop building plans that incorporate functionality and safety.
Architects can also play a key supervisional role during construction adapting the plans
according to budget constraints, environmental factors or client needs. As such they operate
as part of an overall project team working closely with a range of professionals from quantity
surveyors to building services engineers.
Typical work activities include:
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Creating building designs and highly detailed drawings both by hand and by using
specialist computer-aided design applications.
Liaising with construction professionals about the feasibility of a proposed project,
including constraining factors such as town planning legislation, environmental impact
and project budget.
Working closely with a team of other professionals such as building service
engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and architectural technologists.
Applying for planning permission and advice from governmental new build and legal
departments.
Writing and presenting reports, proposals, applications and contracts.
Determining the materials to be used and specifying the requirements for the project.
Adapting plans according to circumstances and resolving any related problems that
may arise during construction.
Making sure the project is running according to schedule and budget.
Playing a part in project and team management.
Travelling regularly to building sites, proposed locations and client meetings
Employment, working conditions and salary
For the most part an architect’s working day will be office based; however, site visits and
meetings with clients are frequent, so travel can figure prominently.
Working hours are typically 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, but there is also the
possibility of extra hours, evenings and weekends to meet tight deadlines.
Most architects work for private firms, but chartered architects can be self-employed.
Salaries in architecture increase with experience, status and reputation, from around 5.000
TL to 25.000 TL.
Training and continual professional development are key features of the work. Career
progression is possible.
Vacancies are advertised by careers services, specialist recruitment agencies and in local
and national newspapers. They can work for large construction companies, public sector
bodies or privately.
Qualifications and training required
‘Architect’ is a protected title that only qualified professionals registered with the Architect’s
Registration Board may use. In Turkey, you need to attend Architecture faculty of a university
for four years to be qualified as an architect. Architect should have excellent communication
skills both oral and written, high level of creativity, imagination and vision, a keen interest in
the built environment and dedication to see projects to their conclusion, willingness to work
long hours under time and budget pressure, excellent design and drafting skills and
proficiency computer-aided-design, strong mathematical skills, a keen eye for the detail of
specific tasks, organisational, project management and planning skills, ability to juggle
multiple tasks, an analytical mind with excellent problem –solving ability and leadership skills
as well as the ability to work well within a team of other professionals.
7- Construction Engineer
A Construction Engineer uses his/her knowledge of physics and mathematics for the design
of buildings, houses, buildings and other structures useful for society.
Tasks can include:
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using programs for technical drawing
providing security on site
planning, supervising and managing the building process
Employment, working conditions and salary
A Construction Engineer operates predominantly in a position of self-employment, as a freelancer or for
a design company. Additional outlets are employee positions in technical departments of public
and private companies in design and construction and teaching.
The salary is variable: if you are a novice, you can earn about 1000 euros per month. If you already
have a career, you can reach from 1300 to 1600 euros per month. An engineer who works in the private
sector has a salary commensurate with his/her skills in the workplace and its success.
Qualification and training required
To qualify as a state registered construction engineer you will need a five-year degree in engineering,
as well as meet the required qualifications to the position; you should also try to get work
experience before undertaking the profession, or participate in specific competitions.
8- Mechanical Engineer
A Mechanical Engineer uses his/her knowledge of physics and materials science for the
design, production, and operation of machines and tools and for the design and analysis of
manufacturing plants, industrial equipment and machinery, heating and cooling systems,
transport systems, aircraft, watercraft, robotics, medical devices and more. Tasks can
include:
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read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computergenerated reports
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implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical
information
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research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain mechanical products,
equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of
engineering principles
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oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair to ensure that machines and
equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications
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conduct research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation and
performance of equipment, components and systems
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develop, coordinate, and monitor all aspects of production, including selection of
manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs
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Apply engineering principles and practices to emerging fields, such as robotics, waste
management, and biomedical engineering.
Employment, working conditions and salary
Mechanical engineers spend part of their time in clean, well-lighted office buildings. At other
times they work at construction sites or in noisy factories. Working conditions vary widely
since mechanical engineers are employed in so many different kinds of jobs. Overtime is
necessary in some jobs, especially when project deadlines must be met. Mechanical
engineers need to be able to cooperate with and communicate their ideas to other people.
A mechanical engineer annual gross salary ranges from a minimum of € 18.000 to a
maximum of € 150.000.
Qualification and training required
In Italy mechanical engineering programs take five years of study but in order to qualify as an
Engineer you have to pass a state exam at the end of the course. The fundamental subjects
of mechanical engineering usually include: Instrumentation and measurement,
Electrotechnology, Electronics, Thermodynamics, heat transfer, energy conversion,
Combustion, automotive engines, Fluid mechanics and fluid dynamics, Mechanism design,
Hydraulics, Mathematics - in particular, calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra,
Engineering design, Material Engineering, Design engineering, Drafting, computer-aided
design (CAD). Mechanical engineers are also expected to understand and be able to apply
basic concepts from chemistry, physics, chemical engineering, civil engineering, and
electrical engineering.
9- Journalist
Journalists are people employed to write, edit, or report for a newspaper, periodical, or
newscast. They may be involved in a specific area of information, such as economy, sport,
law, gossip column, politics, society, culture, science, environment, TV, travel, etc.
Tasks may include:
-researching information;
- interviewing ordinary people and VIPs;
- going out to witness events or interviewing people;
-writing articles;
- presenting articles in mass media;
- denouncing irregularities or crimes.
Employment, working conditions and salary
After the registration at the Roll of Journalists, they can be employed by an editor, or by TV
networks. They can be full-time professionals, or work freelance, that is independently and
on a temporary basis.
The average salary is € 2.000 - 5.000.
This job allows them to meet many people, to travel, to visit new places and countries and
have many experiences. However, it can also be dangerous, when, for example, they are
assigned to report directly from a war zone.
Required qualification and training
In Italy you need to:
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be over 21;
be registered as a trainee journalist;
have some work experience (18 months at least) /attend a 2-year school of
journalism and pass the qualifying examination.
However, in other countries there are different requirements to become a journalist. For
example, both in Great Britain and in Germany there aren’t any state laws that regulate the
profession, but private professional associations. In France you need 2-year work
experience to become a journalist. In Spain you need to get a degree.
10-Cultural Linguistic Mediator
A cultural linguistic mediator is a professional man/woman who facilitates communication on
linguistic and cultural level, between people ( often immigrants ) from foreign countries and
functionaries in public offices.
A mediator has to:
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Keep informed on laws and official directives regarding foreigners
Remove cultural stereotypes
Be neutral between the two parts
Inform the two parts about what is happening by translating everything
Repeat or reformulate the phrases not understood by the interlocutors
Ask for explanation if the content is not clear
Denounce injustice and discrimination
Employment, working conditions and salary
There are opportunities to get a job in Employment Centers, Health Centers, Schools and
public offices which offer cultural linguistic mediation aimed at:
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promoting a better access to the provided services such as working and training
opportunities , health care or education.
supporting in dealing with administrative procedures ,
translating documents produced by Employment Centers, Schools, Health Centers or
public offices,
preventing intercultural conflict,
managing the benefits of diversity (in schools)
Average salary depends on the kind of employment contract.
Qualifications and training required
To qualify as a Cultural-Linguistic mediator you need a First Cycle Degree Program.
Admission requires a five-year school leaving certificate or other certifications obtained
abroad and accepted by the University and the knowledge of Italian and English (at least
level B1).
Curricula provide linguistic and cultural knowledge relating to the areas of study, the
knowledge of economics and law and cultural mediation skills.