Physics Experimental physics as a career

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To pursue a career as an experimental physicist, one can study various fields, with a strong focus on particle physics and quantum mechanics. Modern physics heavily incorporates quantum mechanics, particularly in atomic, molecular, and optical physics, which emphasizes optics. However, particle physics is more aligned with programming and statistics rather than optics. Regarding career prospects, experimental physicists generally have a good income, with average salaries being competitive, though specific figures can vary. Employment opportunities in the field are promising, especially for those with relevant skills and experience.
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Hi, I have numerous questions concerning experimental physics..
If you want to be an experimental physicist what can you study? I would like to study particle physics and quantum mechanics.. are they well involved?
Also does anyone know if experimental physicists have a good income? what's the average salary? and what are your chances of getting employed?

Thanks in advance
 
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Modern physics is all involves quantum mechanics to some degree. The closest to pure quantum mechanics is atomic/molecular/optical physics. As you guessed, it has a lot to do with optics. So how do you like optics?

Particle has little to do with atomic/molecular/optical. That's mostly programming and statistics from what I understand.
 

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