Career Guidance
Your subjects today shape your career tomorrow.
See which subject combinations lead to the careers you dream about — and start preparing now, with confidence.
Career pathways
Health & Medicine
- Key subjects
- Biology, Chemistry, Physics
- A-Level combinations
- PCB, CBG
- Careers
- Doctor, Pharmacist, Nurse, Lab Scientist, Dentist
Engineering & Technology
- Key subjects
- Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Studies
- A-Level combinations
- PCM, PGM
- Careers
- Civil/Electrical Engineer, Software Developer, Architect
Law & Public Service
- Key subjects
- History, English, Kiswahili, Civics
- A-Level combinations
- HGL, HGK, HKL
- Careers
- Lawyer, Diplomat, Journalist, Public Administrator
Business & Finance
- Key subjects
- Mathematics, Commerce, Book-keeping, Economics
- A-Level combinations
- ECA, EGM, HGE
- Careers
- Accountant, Banker, Economist, Entrepreneur
Agriculture & Environment
- Key subjects
- Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Geography
- A-Level combinations
- CBA, CBG, PCB
- Careers
- Agronomist, Vet, Environmental Scientist, Wildlife Officer
Arts, Media & Education
- Key subjects
- Languages, Literature, Fine Art, History
- A-Level combinations
- HKL, KLF, HGL
- Careers
- Teacher, Designer, Broadcaster, Translator
Five steps to choose well
- 1Know your strengths — which subjects do you enjoy and score well in?
- 2Explore 2–3 careers and learn what they really involve day to day.
- 3Check the A-Level combination and university entry requirements.
- 4Plan your revision to reach the grades those courses ask for.
- 5Talk to a teacher, parent or mentor before making final choices.
Requirements change each year — always confirm with TCU, NACTVET and your chosen university.
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