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The discussion centers on the choice between pursuing a B.Tech and a B.Sc in India, particularly in the context of studying Physics. Shitikanth, a top IIT-JEE student and IPhO rank holder, opted for B.Tech despite his interest in Physics research. The conversation explores the perception that B.Tech programs are more prestigious and rigorous compared to B.Sc programs, which some believe may not offer the same level of academic competition or reputation. It is noted that individuals can still pursue Physics research after completing a B.Tech, as exemplified by Professor Shankar from Yale, who transitioned from B.Tech to a PhD in theoretical physics. The discussion also raises questions about the similarity of syllabi between B.Tech and B.Sc programs, with some participants suggesting that the B.Tech curriculum may provide a stronger foundation for advanced studies in Physics. Overall, the thread highlights the complexities of academic choices in India and the perceived value of different educational paths.
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I am from a country named India. The most prestigious college entrance exam in this country is IIT-JEE. An Indian boy named Shitikanth was the topper of this examination and also he got 18th rank at IPhO 2008.

He always wanted to do research in Physics but after entering IITs (Indian Institute of Technology), he took B.Tech. instead of B.Sc.

I want to know why he did that. Are the syllabus of both of them similar? Is there any way we can do research in Physics after doing B.Tech.?

Please I really want to know this.
 
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Lakshya said:
I am from a country named India. The most prestigious college entrance exam in this country is IIT-JEE. An Indian boy named Shitikanth was the topper of this examination and also he got 18th rank at IPhO 2008.

He always wanted to do research in Physics but after entering IITs (Indian Institute of Technology), he took B.Tech. instead of B.Sc.

I want to know why he did that. Are the syllabus of both of them similar? Is there any way we can do research in Physics after doing B.Tech.?

Please I really want to know this.


There was a thread similar to this a few months ago. The poster said that B.Tech was more
"prestigious." He didn't know which path to take (B.Tech or B.Sc), because he wanted to study physics in graduate school, but felt the physics programs weren't as rigorous or reputable as the B.Tech program.

There is a professor Shankar at Yale that received his B.Tech and then earned his PhD in theoretical physics. He has an online course "fundamentals of physics" and a fairly well-known textbook on quantum physics.
 
Can I know what reply did that poster of that thread got from the other members?

Another thing, is the syllabus same?
 
Lakshya said:
Can I know what reply did that poster of that thread got from the other members?

Another thing, is the syllabus same?

Someone from India said that he wanted to study Physics in graduate school but was in a B.Tech program because he felt the undergraduate physics programs weren't as prestigious.

I'm not from there, so I don't know anything more than what was implied in the thread...that B.Sc. programs were academically inferior to the B.Tech programs, and if you wanted academic competition and top level education, you were better off in the B.Tech.

I have no personal experience in the matter.
 
Please, if you clear my doubt. I am damn sure that he was Shitikanth. Did he get any replies from other members? If you do remember them, then please tell any reply that he got.
 

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