Applied science is the use of scientific knowledge and the scientific method to attain practical goals. It encompasses a broad range of disciplines such as engineering, medicine, and technology. Applied science is often contrasted with basic science, which is focused on advancing scientific theories and laws that explain and predict natural or other phenomena. Applied science can also apply formal science, such as statistics and probability theory, as in epidemiology. Some examples of applied sciences include:

• Systems engineering
• Business management
• Social science
• Business informatics
• Biomedical sciences
• Medical microbiology
• Epidemiology

Applied science works as a system that branches into other fields of work that go more in-depth of the system. Applied research is a method of problem-solving and is practical in areas of science such as applied psychology. If you are interested in studying applied sciences, there are many options available, including undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields.