Physics Choosing subjects for a career in nanotechnology/nanoscience

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The discussion centers on selecting appropriate subjects for an undergraduate program aimed at a career in nanotechnology. The individual has identified chemistry as a key area but is uncertain about which physics subjects to choose. They list several physics topics, including Waves and Optics, Thermal and Statistical Physics, and Advanced Quantum Physics, seeking advice on their relevance to nanotechnology. Additional insights are shared regarding resources for course selection, including a US university's offerings and a site focused on Australian nanotechnology education. The individual expresses a desire to study at the Australian National University (ANU) and is deliberating between a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Engineering, particularly in relation to their interests in materials for renewable energy and medicine. The discussion highlights the importance of aligning educational choices with career aspirations in the evolving field of nanotechnology.
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Hi all,
I am looking at a university's undergraduate science program and trying to decide on which subjects would be suited for a career in nanotechnology.

I've spoken to a counselor but she was not able to pinpoint exactly which subjects I should take. After a bit of reading and research, I've settled on the chemistry topics, but I'm having trouble picking the physics subjects, primarily because I am not entirely certain whether they are relevant to nanotechnology:

Following are the subjects I cannot decide on:
  • Waves and Optics
  • Thermal and Statistical Physics
  • Nuclear Physics
  • Physics of Fluid Flows
  • Fourier Systems and Optics
  • Advanced Quantum Physics
  • Advanced Electromagnetism
  • Advanced Classical Mechanics
  • Advanced Statistical Mechanics

Thank-you for your time. Please feel free to provide any opinions on the general topic (of trying to work in nanotechnology) as I greatly appreciate any advice.
 
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I just found out that you were from Australia not USA - though that shouldn't really make any difference to the selection of subjects that you need to study .

Not as good as the US site referenced in previous post but some useful information is given here :

http://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology/degree_country.php?country=Australia
 
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Thank-you Nidum, that US website is quite useful, it has helped me narrow down my subject selection a bit.

A further question: I am looking to study at ANU in Australia next year. They offer a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Engineering (no specialty in materials science/engineering unfortunately).

I am interested in researching novel or current materials and crafting them for use in renewable energy and medicine. Would you consider engineering or science a more suitable option for this purpose?
 
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