Career in Mathematics / Physics.

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The discussion revolves around career opportunities in mathematics and physics, particularly from the perspective of a high school student considering their future educational and professional paths. The scope includes job market insights and potential career trajectories for those pursuing degrees in these fields.

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  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • A participant expresses concern about job prospects in pure mathematics and physics, noting their parents' apprehensions about employability in these fields.
  • Another participant suggests that this topic has been extensively discussed on the forum and provides a method to find previous discussions.
  • One participant acknowledges the helpfulness of the information provided in the discussion.
  • External resources are shared for further exploration of career options in mathematics and physics.

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The discussion does not reach a consensus on the job market for mathematics and physics graduates, as concerns about employability are raised without definitive answers or solutions provided.

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The discussion lacks specific data or examples regarding job market trends and does not address the potential impact of different educational paths or specializations within mathematics and physics.

Who May Find This Useful

High school students considering careers in STEM fields, educators advising students on career paths, and individuals interested in the job market for mathematics and physics graduates.

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Hi,
I'm currently in high school and I am contemplating careers, what I want to do after school etc. I find maths and physics very interesting, however my parents are concerned I won't be able to find a job if I do a degree in pure Physics/Maths. Hoping someone could comment on the career opportunities, job market for this path. Just thought I'd add, not very keen on finance.
Thanks in advance.
Yours
Stickynote.
 
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This has been discussed extensively on this forum. Copy and paste the following into Google's search bar:

site:www.physicsforums.com careers in math and physics -Archive

Best of luck to you! :smile:
 
Thank you. A plethora of helpful information. :)
 

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