Can You Pursue a Career in Physics After a B-Tech in Engineering?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the possibility of pursuing a career in physics after completing a B-Tech in engineering. Participants explore options for further education, including integrated master's programs and the feasibility of transitioning from engineering to physics at the graduate level.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire to shift from engineering to physics and inquires about potential educational pathways, such as integrated master's programs or minors in physics.
  • Another participant suggests looking for existing threads that discuss similar transitions, indicating that there are examples of students with B-Tech degrees who have successfully pursued PhDs in physics.
  • A further suggestion is made to contact individuals who have made similar transitions, referencing a specific resource for finding relevant profiles and experiences.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on specific pathways but share resources and experiences that suggest it is possible to transition from a B-Tech in engineering to a career in physics.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not address specific requirements or limitations of integrated programs or the conditions under which a B-Tech degree may be accepted for graduate studies in physics.

Who May Find This Useful

Students considering a transition from engineering to physics, particularly those with a B-Tech background seeking guidance on educational pathways.

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Hi
am a student of engineering really interested in physics.tried engineering but discovered that its not my cup of tea.I would like to take up physics again.And i was wondering if there was anyway i could pursue a career in physics after my B-tech.As in is it possible to have an integrated masters program majoring in both engineering and physics..or maybe a major in engineering with a minor in physics or anything like that?I finsh my B-tech in a year and would really like your suggestions.

help would be appreciated
thanks in advance.
 
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Look for ZapperZ's "I have so and so degree, can I get into physics?" thread.

There are also a number of students having done BTech degrees and then gone on to do PhDs in physics in the states. Try contacting them via www.physicsgre.com - search for "BTech" (and similar keywords) before making a thread. I wasn't even looking for those threads and I saw 3-4. In that very website's "applicant profiles" thread, there is someone with a BTech in Civil Engineering who got into a few PhD programs in physics.
 
Thank you for the prompt reply.And really sorry i search the forums before.
Thanks again
 
No problem.

Here is the thread I mentioned. Look for the post by kammyuce.
 

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