Best Career Path After Physics BS: Job Security & Pay

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The discussion centers on the career prospects for individuals holding a Bachelor of Science in Physics, particularly regarding job security and salary. Participants emphasize that while a physics degree provides a strong analytical foundation, job opportunities may be limited without further education. Pursuing graduate studies in fields such as Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is recommended to enhance employability and earning potential. The conversation highlights the importance of aligning career goals with educational paths to secure desirable positions.

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If I were to decide that I did not want to go through with a PhD in physics and go into academia, what would be the best career path job security/pay wise. Hypothetically I graduate with a BS in physics with research experience, would it be better to go to grad school for some other field (say ee or compsci), or would I be able to get a decent job with just a physics degree.
 
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Where do you live? Do you have the terminal degree-type of BSc or the preparing for grad school/PhD type?

Look at the companies you may be working for.
 
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Most people find it pretty challenging to get a job they actually want to do with only a BS in physics. Do a search for numerous threads on the topic.

The list of potential careers that include your going back to school is very long, and you'd need to give us a better idea of what you might want to do before we can dig into it.
 

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