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Rabsh
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Hey guys. I'm new to this forum and here goes the first post.
So I just finished my A Levels and am applying for university. One of my dreams is to, one day, be able to fly. Being pilot, you may say, is a perfect job for me. Well it is, but I have asthma, so I decided that I would work in the field of aviation none the less.
I started applying and writing my statements about Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, but lately my applications froze, because I am not sure it's what I want to do anymore. That's where I need help.
Ideally, what I'd study would teach me a little bit of every chapter in physics (aerospace does, in some ways). It would open a lot of doors for jobs (aerospace doesn't, I live in a small Island and would not mind starting my career here before moving out). And it would NOT be in the defense sector (lots of aerospace jobs link to warfare). Oh, and I'd like to have a job where I actually use my capacities and potential, not just waste everything I learned.
That's precisely why my father suggested Electronic and Electrical Engineering. He's right about how much opportunities there are in the field, except that I do not find it appealing at all. Sometimes it looks okay, when my mood's good. Other times, it looks plain boring and it gives me a headache to think of the maths.
Then comes Mechatronics, the less boring version of Electronic and Electrical Engineering. I have an idea of how it's different, but I'm not too sure. It's still not appealing (Electronic and Electrical is one of the chapters I dislike in physics). And apparently there's more maths. Also, I would only learn complex principles, with no concept of how they relate to everyday life. I also noticed that only few universities provided a Mechatronics/Electromechanic course (if that's the same).
Finally, comes Physics. Obviously, that option will teach me about all the chapters in Physics. Most appealing subject to me. May I even say, it is sexy. But then, neither do I want to work as a teacher/lecturer, nor do I want to be a researcher if my research won't bring results. Uses less maths, which I like very much. I like theoretical physics, not maths.
My degree/job SHOULD be in the science field, but I have absolutely no idea of what to choose. Deadlines are approaching and I can't apply without knowing what I want to do.
tldr:
So, taking into consideration careers, level of interest, variety of chapters, salary or anything that may be relevant. What would you advise to me, and why? What can I do with Physics? Also, what's the difference between Electronic and Electrical Engineering, and Mechatronics? (and what will they allow me to work, aside electrical engineer/circuit board designer/whatsoever?)
Help greatly appreciated. Thanks :)
So I just finished my A Levels and am applying for university. One of my dreams is to, one day, be able to fly. Being pilot, you may say, is a perfect job for me. Well it is, but I have asthma, so I decided that I would work in the field of aviation none the less.
I started applying and writing my statements about Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, but lately my applications froze, because I am not sure it's what I want to do anymore. That's where I need help.
Ideally, what I'd study would teach me a little bit of every chapter in physics (aerospace does, in some ways). It would open a lot of doors for jobs (aerospace doesn't, I live in a small Island and would not mind starting my career here before moving out). And it would NOT be in the defense sector (lots of aerospace jobs link to warfare). Oh, and I'd like to have a job where I actually use my capacities and potential, not just waste everything I learned.
That's precisely why my father suggested Electronic and Electrical Engineering. He's right about how much opportunities there are in the field, except that I do not find it appealing at all. Sometimes it looks okay, when my mood's good. Other times, it looks plain boring and it gives me a headache to think of the maths.
Then comes Mechatronics, the less boring version of Electronic and Electrical Engineering. I have an idea of how it's different, but I'm not too sure. It's still not appealing (Electronic and Electrical is one of the chapters I dislike in physics). And apparently there's more maths. Also, I would only learn complex principles, with no concept of how they relate to everyday life. I also noticed that only few universities provided a Mechatronics/Electromechanic course (if that's the same).
Finally, comes Physics. Obviously, that option will teach me about all the chapters in Physics. Most appealing subject to me. May I even say, it is sexy. But then, neither do I want to work as a teacher/lecturer, nor do I want to be a researcher if my research won't bring results. Uses less maths, which I like very much. I like theoretical physics, not maths.
My degree/job SHOULD be in the science field, but I have absolutely no idea of what to choose. Deadlines are approaching and I can't apply without knowing what I want to do.
tldr:
So, taking into consideration careers, level of interest, variety of chapters, salary or anything that may be relevant. What would you advise to me, and why? What can I do with Physics? Also, what's the difference between Electronic and Electrical Engineering, and Mechatronics? (and what will they allow me to work, aside electrical engineer/circuit board designer/whatsoever?)
Help greatly appreciated. Thanks :)