How Do I Become A Meteorologist?

You will almost certainly be expected to have a degree for a career in meteorology, preferably in meteorology itself, although it is possible to start from another field such as physics, mathematics, computer science or oceanography.

To study meteorology, you would normally need three A levels, preferably including maths and physics or computer science. A degree takes three years, and many people also go on to take a Master's degree (the Master's is also a popular option for people who have studied a different subject for their first degree. Most degree programmes include other subjects as well, so in a meteorology degree you would probably study related subjects like oceanography and geology.

In the UK, Reading University is the best known centre for meteorological studies. If you click here you can get an overview of the Reading meteorology department, which should give you some ideas about the subject generally.

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