A general Master's or a bit more specialized?

AI Thread Summary
Pursuing a master's in chemical engineering with a focus on nanotechnology through elective courses is considered a valuable specialization. While general courses provide a solid foundation, selecting electives in nanotechnology can enhance expertise and appeal to employers in that sector. Even without a dedicated nanotechnology program, this approach is seen as beneficial for entering the nanotech field. The consensus suggests that specializing in nanotechnology, given its relevance and growth, is a strategic choice that can improve job prospects without limiting opportunities in other areas of chemical engineering.
fandangou
Messages
6
Reaction score
0
I'm going for a masters in chem eng, and aside from my 6 general courses, I can also take 4 electives. I'd like to take nanotechnology courses, since that is a field that I am very interested in (but isn't my only option). Do you think this is worth it to "specialize" like this? Since I have the general requirements done I don't think I would be unemployable by other areas, but is this good enough for nanotech sectors?
 
Physics news on Phys.org
Unless there is a specific nanotechnology program, i'd say that is the best you can do, so go for it.
 

Thread 'Working for defense company?'

I don't know if anyone on here works for any of the well known defense companies of your country, whichever country you are from?? Also, if you choose to work in one, do you think the engineering education provide from your school would adequately prepare you for the job. What do I mean by that? Well if you work at say Lockheed Martin and you work in the latest iteration of a missile or if you work at Pratt & Whitney, they assign you to work in the team helping out with building the jet...
View full post »

Thread 'Physics Major Considering Masters in EE -- Need help!'

Hello, I graduated from undergrad a few years ago with a Major in Physics and minor in Electrical Engineering. I tried to get experience working on and testing circuits through my professor who studied Neutrinos, however covid caused the opportunity to go away and I graduated with no experience or internships. I have attempted to break into the engineering industry with no success. Right now I am considering going for a Masters in Electrical Engineering and I need advice on if this would be...
View full post »

Thread 'Is a career in Optics/Photonics engineering right for me?'

So lately, my interest in the realm of optics/optoelectronics/photonics engineering has grown and I have started to seriously consider pursuing a career in the field. I have done a bit of career research and also have done some learning on the side to gather more knowledge on these topics. However, I have some questions on what a career in these fields would look like, and I wanted to find out more about this area to know what I would be getting myself into if I did make the choice to pursue...
View full post »

Similar threads

Physics Graduating with 2:2 in Physics. What can I do? (Ireland)
Replies
8
Views
2K
Engineering Trouble with choosing how to shape my engineering career
Replies
9
Views
1K
Other Struggling to Find a Job – Considering My Next Steps
Replies
8
Views
2K
Engineering Masters programs to work in aerospace/defense as an engineer
Replies
19
Views
4K
Nanotechnology and Materials Science
Replies
5
Views
4K
Job Skills Jobs/career advice needed for IT/Computer science
Replies
7
Views
2K
Ph.D. Student in Nanotechnology Considering a Career in Physics
Replies
2
Views
2K
Job Skills How do I make myself more employable?
Replies
18
Views
3K
Confusion on which Master's degree area to choose
Replies
2
Views
1K
Engineering Is it possible for me to go into Aerospace Engineering at 37?
Replies
22
Views
4K

Hot Threads

Recent Insights

Back
Top