Discussion Overview
The discussion centers around the possibility of transitioning from an electrical engineering undergraduate program to a graduate program in physics. Participants explore various options and challenges related to this potential shift, including course selection, university policies, and personal circumstances.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses a desire to switch from electrical engineering to physics for graduate studies, indicating a strong interest in physics.
- Another participant suggests switching majors now rather than waiting for graduate school, noting that many credits could be transferred.
- One participant states that switching majors is not possible at their university, which raises concerns about the feasibility of the transition.
- A suggestion is made to take as many physics courses as possible to build a relevant background for graduate studies.
- Another participant proposes considering engineering physics as an alternative if a major change is not feasible.
- It is mentioned that some students from different undergraduate majors, such as Optical Science, have successfully transitioned to physics graduate programs, although they may need to take additional undergraduate courses.
- One participant inquires about the possibility of transferring to another university, questioning the constraints that prevent such a move.
- The original poster shares that they study at a prestigious university in Bangladesh and face parental restrictions against changing their major or university, expressing uncertainty about their graduate school prospects.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on the feasibility of switching majors and the potential for pursuing physics in graduate studies. There is no consensus on the best course of action, and the discussion remains unresolved regarding the original poster's situation.
Contextual Notes
Participants highlight limitations based on university policies, personal circumstances, and the potential need for additional coursework to meet graduate program requirements.