New Student Seeking Advice on Physics Major with Math/Physics Struggles

[counterrandom]

Hello, I am quite new to this forum and I first just wanted to say that I love it.
Now on to my question. This last year I have found myself really interested in physics and have been reading about it like crazy. The problem is last year, as a junior in high school, I had my physics class and learned next to nothing, I never paid any attention and just hated it. The same goes for pre-calc. I wish I had because now I really want to major in physics, but I am not sure its possible with such a weak study in math and physics. Any suggestions?

 

[Dr Transport]

You still have time to get back on track, you are only in high school. work hard at teh science and math and you can do OK.

 

[counterrandom]

work hard when? I am in AP chemistry this year and its so easy, and I am making sure I learn everything possible in that class. Sadly I do not have a physics or calc course this year, just a terribly boring stats class =(

 

[Bitter]

That means it is time to do some private studying. Read up on some basic calculus and physics and obtain some freshman textbooks.

 

[Dr Transport]

If I remeber correctly, they didn't deny me being a physics major if I didn't get an A in high school physics. Matter a fact, one of my best friends while getting my Bachelors was in the physics department and hadn't taken a high school course in it. Your high school grades will partialy determine whether or not you get into college, but they won't determine your major. I stand by my previous statement, work hard, get into college, and you can earn a physics degree if you want to.