Continuing to study physics or move to nuclear engineering?

[RaamGeneral]

Hi. I'm a physics student in Italy.

Within a year I hope to have gotten my three years degree. Usually, after that, physics students continue studying in their field choosing among theoretical, astrophysics, particle, nuclear, etc...

Starting from next year we have the opportunity to move to nuclear engineering without any debts. I'm very interested in this possibility.

What do you think? Talking about job and money, do I guess correctly that it's a more appealing field?

Unfortunately, very smart people here in italy killed any opportunity to use nuclear power as energy source. Some work may still remain but I'm very open to move away.

Thank you.

 

[Dr.D]

Look at the countries you might consider moving to, and find out which are using, and continuing to build, nuclear power stations. Then, for those same countries, try to assess the job opportunities you might find with a physics degree. Money is certainly not everything, but a gross lack of it can be a serious problem.

 

[raining Pete]

Hi there! It's great to hear from a fellow physics student in Italy. Congratulations on almost completing your three year degree! That's a huge accomplishment.

Regarding your question about moving into nuclear engineering, I think it's a great opportunity to explore a different field within physics. It's always beneficial to have a diverse set of skills and knowledge in your field. And since you won't have any debts, it's definitely worth considering.

In terms of job opportunities and salary, I believe nuclear engineering can be a very appealing field. It's a growing industry with a high demand for professionals. Plus, with your background in physics, you'll have a strong foundation to build upon.

I'm sorry to hear about the challenges with using nuclear power as an energy source in Italy. It's a shame that such a promising technology is not being utilized. But I think it's wise of you to consider moving away for better opportunities. It's important to think about your future and career prospects.

Overall, I think it's a great idea to explore the possibility of studying nuclear engineering. It could open up new doors for you and provide you with valuable skills. Best of luck with your decision!