Mathematics Bachelor's Degree: Choices ahead

In summary, the speaker is a second-year mathematics student currently taking abstract algebra, analysis, and probability courses. They are interested in applying mathematics to physics but are unsure of which direction to take in their studies. They are considering options such as complex analysis, PDEs, geometry on manifolds, numerical analysis, and discrete mathematics, but are unsure which would be most relevant to their interests in physics. They also mention that specifying a particular branch of physics may make it easier to make a decision.
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I am studying mathematics as bachelor in my second year. At the moment I am taking abstract algebra, analysis (measure and integration theory) and probability course. I don't know exactly what I want to do with maths but the applications in physics always have fascinated me. The next term I have to choose between complex analysis and PDEs. I don't really know which alternative is more appropriate. PDEs look important in physics but I am afraid that it would be just abstract manipulations without much imagination. Complex analysis looks fun but I am not sure if it is relevant for me.
Furthermore I want to ask if geometry on manifolds is a good choice or I should go with something from applied maths like numerical analysis or discrete mathematics.
 
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All of those choices are relevant to different branches of physics. If you specified aparticular branch of physics, it may be easier to make a choice. Physics is not just physics but has many subfields, just like math does.
 
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A Mathematics Bachelor's degree can lead to a variety of career options, including jobs in finance, data analysis, teaching, research, and computer science. Many industries, such as healthcare, technology, and government, also value individuals with strong mathematical skills.

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