How to become a meteorologist
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- training with a professional body
University
You'll usually need a degree in meteorology or a related subject like:
- physics
- maths
- environmental studies
- geography
- computer science
You might need a postgraduate qualification in meteorology or climatology if you want to do research.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English, maths and science
- 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, including a science, for a degree
- a degree in a relevant subject for postgraduate study
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Volunteering
You can get hands-on experience with the Met Office summer placement schemes. There are schemes for different groups, including graduates and A level students who are thinking about meteorology as a career.
Other Routes
You can apply to the Met Office for a place as a trainee on their forecasting and observations course.
You'll need a degree or equivalent qualification in science, maths or a related subject like geography. Other subjects may be accepted if you have the right qualities.
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Career tips
You can do a short work placement to find out more about meteorology as a career, if you're aged between 14 and 17.
Further information
You can learn more about becoming a meteorologist from the Met Office and the Royal Meteorological Society.