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Starfield Shattered Space
List of All Science Skills
Science skills in Starfield can improve exploration and research. Read on to learn all the Science skills, their effects, as well as its skill tree.
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List of All Science Skills
Novice Science Skills
| Skill | Description |
|---|---|
 Astrodynamics |
Advanced technology is one thing, but it takes skill, patience, and a little bit of love to coax even more capability out of a ship's grav drive. |
 Geology |
Newly discovered minerals mined from alien planets and moons have directly led to some incredible technological advancements. |
 Medicine |
Only through advancements in medical training and technology has humanity been able to withstand the galaxy's many dangers. |
 Research Methods |
By skilfully employing both new and time tested methods, a researcher may complete projects faster, and even gain unexpected insights. |
 Surveying |
Humanity now has access to untold alien worlds, and the ability to decipher all that data while on the ground has become an essential skillset. |
Advanced Science Skills
| Skill | Description |
|---|---|
 Botany |
The scientific study of flora, while important on Earth, became even more essential as humanity began exploring alien worlds. |
 Scanning |
While anyone can use a ship's scanner, it takes a specially trained operator to detect hard-to-find planetary resources, or uncover the details of nearby ships. |
 Spacesuit Design |
While a basic spacesuit can protect one from the vacuum of space, it takes a specialized design to withstand the rigors of many alien worlds. |
 Weapon Engineering |
Life in the 24th century can be exceedingly dangerous, and the ability to maintain and modify personal weapons can be essential to one's survival. |
 Zoology |
No one could have expected the number of new species encountered on alien worlds, or the Importance of those skilled in their behaviour and domestication. |
To unlock Advanced Science skills, you'll need to spend a total of 4 skill points in the Science tree.
Expert Science Skills
| Skill | Description |
|---|---|
 Astrophysics |
A ship's scanner receives vast amounts of data, but It takes a trained mind to efficiently analyze it all. |
 Chemistry |
When crafted by the skilled and safety conscious, chems can be used to enhance health and performance across the Settled Systems. |
 Outpost Engineering |
Proper construction of habitation modules is essential to one's survival on any alien world. |
To unlock Expert Science skills, you'll need to spend a total of 10 skill points in the Science tree.
Master Science Skills
| Skill | Description |
|---|---|
 Aneutronic Fusion |
It is possible to maximize a ship's energy output by specifically directing the unique nuclear processes that occur within its reactor. |
 Planetary Habitation |
While outpost building is always challenging, doing so on a world with a dangerous environment requires specialized training. |
 Special Projects |
Big guns are great, but in the Settled Systems, sometimes the best weapon is simply an old adage: "Knowledge is Power." |
Science Skills Skill Tree
Skill Tree
| Skill Tier Points Needed | Skills |
|---|---|
| - | ・
Astrodynamics
・ Geology ・ Medicine ・ Research Methods ・ Surveying |
| 4 | ・
Botany
・ Scanning ・ Spacesuit Design ・ Weapon Engineering ・ Zoology |
| 8 | ・
Astrophysics
・ Chemistry ・ Outpost Engineering |
| 12 | ・
Aneutronic Fusion
・ Planetary Habitation ・ Special Projects |
What are Science Skills?
Skills That Improve Exploration and Research
Upgrading Science skills can help with exploration by improving skills related to surveying and outposts. Some skills also open up more options at Research Labs to push your scientific pursuits.
Starfield Related Guides
Skills Guide
| Skills Guides |
|---|
| Best Skills |
All Skill Trees
| All Skill Trees | |
|---|---|
| Physical | Social |
| Combat | Science |
| Tech | |
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