Career Guide

Database Administrator

A Database Administrator installs, configures, secures and tunes the database systems that store an organisation’s critical information.

What Does a Database Administrator Do?

A Database Administrator installs, configures, secures and tunes the database systems that store an organisation’s critical information. It is a career that rewards curiosity, discipline and consistent study habits — and the foundation is laid in the school subjects you choose today.

Key School Subjects

These subjects matter most for this career path:

How to Qualify

The typical route is a diploma or degree in IT or computer science plus database certifications such as Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server. Entry requirements are competitive, so strong final-year marks — especially in Mathematics and Science — make a real difference.

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