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Well if you want advice on that, you should make a post on this forum or the academic guidance forum describing your situation and feelings, and asking for advice that is relevant to you.
nobelium102 said:wouldn't you rather go for financial engineering or math major?
nobelium102 said:My only wish in life is that I have just enough money to support myself and my dog and may be help my parents a bit
Another big wish is that I want to study something big like what Einstein, Newton, Stephen Hawkings...
The thing is whenever I look up some careers related to physics, all i see is people not being able to make it to research, telling people not to do pure science just go to engineering to make more money.
I am doing my best for scholarships but I don't know if they have scholarships in graduate school or to get phd
nobelium102 said:oh, at least I don't have to worry about money!
THanks for the informations Twofish-quant
Mobusaki said:Everything I've read and everyone I've talked to tells me that you actually have more options open to you if you have the physics bachelor's degree *without* the physics phd. Research just won't be one of those options, is all.
twofish-quant said:That's not altogether true. There's no rule that says that if you have a physics Ph.D., that you can apply only to jobs that require a physics Ph.D., and you are tying your hands unnecessarily if you impose that rule on yourself. There's no reason that you can't get a physics Ph.D., learn to drive trucks, and make a living that way.
Mobusaki said:I don't disagree with you, but I wasn't talking about driving trucks. I was referring to the jobs where you'll be told "you're overqualified." Then if you just don't put that you have a phd on your resume, they'll want to know why you did nothing for 6 years.
The PhD opens up opportunities you wouldn't have otherwise, but it also closes more than it opens. Maybe this doesn't apply to physics phd's, but in engineering for example I believe it certainly does.
There are several alternative career options for someone with a physics PhD, including data science, engineering, finance, teaching, and science policy. These fields value the analytical and problem-solving skills that are developed during a physics PhD program.
No, a physics PhD can actually open up a wide range of job opportunities outside of academia. The skills and knowledge gained during a PhD program are highly transferable and can be applied to various industries and fields.
While certain skills may be more relevant to certain alternative careers, having a physics PhD already demonstrates a strong foundation in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and data analysis. Additional skills can be developed through internships, online courses, and networking.
There are several ways to start exploring alternative career options with a physics PhD. You can attend career fairs and networking events, reach out to professionals in your desired field for informational interviews, and utilize online resources such as job boards and career websites.
Yes, many alternative careers for physics PhDs still involve using your physics knowledge and skills. For example, data scientists often use mathematical and statistical models, while engineers may use principles of physics in designing new technologies. Additionally, teaching and science policy careers may also involve sharing and applying physics knowledge in different contexts.