Guidance for pursuing higher studies in physics

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Shivam Dhir from India is seeking advice on the best educational pathway to become a research physicist and engineer, with aspirations to attend MIT for his master's studies. He is considering two options: pursuing a B.Tech in Electrical Engineering followed by a master's in physics, or a B.Sc followed by an M.Sc in physics with a specialization in electronics. He is looking for actionable guidance on which route would provide a strong foundation in both theoretical physics and its practical applications to real-world problems. The discussion emphasizes the importance of aligning educational choices with career goals in research and engineering, particularly in relation to gaining admission to prestigious institutions like MIT.
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HI all
m Shivam Dhir from India. just completed my high school and abt to start college 3 months later in India. Ill be aplying to diff colleges next month. i wish to become a research physicist cum engineer. i want to have a firm ground in theoretical nature of physics as well as its applications to real world problms. can anyone tell which option is better
1) btech in ee then masters in physics
or
2)bsc-msc physics with specialisation in electronics

m very determined to join MIT for my masters and further studies. pls suggest some actionable pathway to realize this too. ill be greatful.
THANKS :)
 
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