How to become an expert in physics ?

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To become an expert in physics, starting with a solid educational foundation is crucial. Enrolling in a college with a strong physics department is recommended, followed by pursuing a degree in physics. After completing undergraduate studies, advancing to graduate school is essential, where deeper specialization occurs. Postdoctoral research positions can further enhance expertise, leading to opportunities in academia or industry. It's acknowledged that expertise often develops in specific sub-fields over many years of dedicated study and research. The discussion emphasizes the importance of a structured educational path and the long-term commitment required to achieve expertise in physics.
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How to become an expert in physics and from where should i start ?
 
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MoradLemans said:
How to become an expert in physics and from where should i start ?
Go to college with a good physics department.
 
mathman said:
Go to college with a good physics department.
They say to become an expert i should'nt start from scratch rather should i start from expert stage!
 
MoradLemans said:
They say to become an expert i should'nt start from scratch rather should i start from expert stage!

So, before becoming an expert, you must start out as an expert?

I see no problems with this logic. Carry on.
 
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mathman said:
Go to college with a good physics department.
...and study physics. :wink:

This is moved to academic guidance, but the OP needs to demonstrate that this is a serious thread.
 
MoradLemans said:
How to become an expert in physics and from where should i start ?

You don't. You may eventually become an expert in some small sub-field of physics afters many years of study.

Like others have said, enroll in university majoring in physics, graduate, enroll in graduate school, graduate, apply for post docs, complete them, apply for professorships or apply to industry, work. Then maybe you'll become an expert in some small area of physics.
 

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