Bachelor's in Physics: Jobs with Just a Bachelor's?

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The discussion centers on the potential job opportunities available to individuals with a bachelor's degree in physics, particularly in the context of pursuing further education such as a master's or PhD. Participants explore the feasibility of obtaining employment in the field of physics with only an undergraduate degree and the implications of working while continuing education.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about job prospects for those with just a bachelor's in physics and expresses concern that most positions may require a PhD.
  • Another participant questions the rationale behind wanting to work between obtaining a bachelor's and pursuing a master's or PhD, suggesting a direct continuation into graduate studies instead.
  • A participant shares their current dissatisfaction with their job and hopes to find a better position using their bachelor's degree while still attending school.
  • It is noted that graduate programs in physics often involve working as teaching or research assistants, which may limit opportunities for outside employment during that time.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the necessity and feasibility of working between degrees, with some questioning the approach while others emphasize the desire for immediate employment. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the availability of jobs for bachelor's degree holders in physics.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the lack of specific job examples or pathways for bachelor's degree holders in physics and the dependence on individual circumstances regarding employment and further education.

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Are there any jobs that I could get relating to physics with just a bachelor's in physics? I would like to get a bachelor's in physics and be able to use that to get a decent job until I get a masters or whatever. Is that possible? It seems like any job relating to physics, you would need to be a PhD or something like that.
 
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Is there any particular reason why you want to work between getting a bachelors and a masters? Why not just go directly into a masters or PhD program after earning your bachelors?
 
bcbwilla said:
Is there any particular reason why you want to work between getting a bachelors and a masters? Why not just go directly into a masters or PhD program after earning your bachelors?

I'm working now and I don't like the current job I have. I was hoping to be able to get a slightly better one with my bachelors. I'd still be going to school while working.
 
leroyjenkens said:
I'm working now and I don't like the current job I have. I was hoping to be able to get a slightly better one with my bachelors. I'd still be going to school while working.

In most cases, if you are pursing a masters or PhD in physics you will be working at the school, either as a teaching assistant or research assistant. I would think that most physics graduate programs would not want a graduate student working outside of school.
 

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