GAS
(General Academic Strand)
GAS
(General Academic Strand)
OBJECTIVES OF GAS STRAND:
The GAS strand is best for students who are still undecided on their college course but want to prepare academically. It provides a broad curriculum that integrates Humanities, Social Sciences, STEM, and Business-related subjects.
Give students a general but solid foundation in academic skills needed in college.
Provide exposure to different fields (humanities, social sciences, mathematics, sciences, and business) to help students choose their specialization later.
Develop critical thinking, research, writing, and communication skills applicable across disciplines.
Train students in problem-solving, adaptability, and decision-making, which are crucial in both higher education and the workplace.
ADVANTAGES OF GAS STRAND:
Flexible strand suitable for undecided students who may later choose any college course.
Prepares learners for higher education in a wide range of programs such as education, psychology, political science, business, accountancy, engineering, and more.
Builds well-rounded skills that make graduates adaptable to different fields and industries.
Encourages strong academic discipline, research orientation, and leadership development.
Keeps more career pathways open since it is not limited to one area of specialization.
POSSIBLE JOBS/CAREERS:
Accountant
A financial professional who maintains, reviews, and analyzes financial records for individuals or organizations, ensuring accuracy, compliance with regulations, and providing financial insights for decision-making.
Lawyer
A person who is qualified to offer advice about the law, draft legal documents, or represent individuals in legal matters.
Doctor
A person skilled in the healing arts, like a physician, dentist, or veterinarian, who treats illness or injury.
Psychologist
A mental health professional trained to understand the human mind, emotions, and behavior, using scientific methods to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions and behavioral problems through talk therapy and other interventions..
Social Worker
A professional who helps individuals, families, and communities overcome challenges such as poverty, discrimination, addiction, and mental illness by providing counseling, advocacy, and access to resources.
Creative & Communication Fields
Writer
A person engaged in writing writing books, articles, stories, etc., especially as an occupation or profession.
Journalist
A person who researches, writes, and reports news and information to the public through various media like newspapers, magazines, radio, television, or online platforms.
Content Creator
A person who produces information and material, such as written content, videos, audio, or graphics, for distribution across various channels, most commonly digital platforms like social media and websites.
Designer (Interior and Multimedia)
A person who create spaces that are functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing by conceptualizing, planning, and executing interior environments for residential, commercial, and other buildings..
Public Relation
A person who shape and maintain a positive image for their clients through strategic communication, branding and crisis management. This includes planning publicity strategies and campaigns. Writing and producing presentations, articles, press releases and social media posts.
Corporate & Business Roles:
Human Resources Specialists
A person who handles a wide range of human capital-related duties for an organization, including recruiting, interviewing, and hiring staff, managing employee relations, and administering compensation and benefits programs.
Business Consultant
An external expert hired by a company to provide professional advice and services, helping organizations improve their performance, solve challenges, and achieve their goals by offering specialized expertise in various areas like strategy, operations, finance, and technology.
Public Service & Government:
Public Administration
The field and practice of implementing public policy and managing government functions to serve the public interest. It involves planning, organizing, and controlling government operations to deliver services, enforce laws, and translate political decisions into concrete actions that affect society.
International Relations
A field that focuses on diplomacy, government service, policy analysis, intelligence, public affairs, international law, and development work in various organizations like governments, NGOs, and multinational corporations..
Policy Analyst
A field that uses researchers, evaluates, and proposes public or organizational policies by collecting and analyzing data, identifying potential outcomes, and communicating findings to decision-makers.
Community Development Worker
A field that uses researchers, evaluates, and proposes public or organizational policies by collecting and analyzing data, identifying potential outcomes, and communicating findings to decision-makers.
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