I made a change regarding my career plans

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The discussion revolves around a shift in career focus from medicine to biomedical engineering, driven by a preference for physics and mathematics over chemistry and biology. Key questions raised include the extent of physics and math involved in biomedical engineering, job demand, and average financial rewards. Responses indicate that biomedical engineering programs typically include substantial math and some physics, appealing to those interested in problem-solving. However, concerns about job market saturation in the U.S. are noted, with many graduates facing limited opportunities in the biotech sector, particularly for positions that require a PhD. Overall, while the field offers a diverse curriculum, employment prospects may be challenging due to high competition and a surplus of graduates.
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I made a change regarding my future plans...

I've thought about doing medicine for a long time now, but i had serious doubts and concerns as i wanted something with more physics and maths (more of problem solving and puzzles) than chemistry and biology (memorisation) so I am thinking of biomedical engineering.
but i still do have some questions: 1.) how much physics and maths is there in biomedical engineering?
2.) what's the demand on this kind of job and what's the average financial reward for such a job?

thank you
 
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I am very happy that you took a positive step toward pursuing your genuine interests. :approve:
 
thanx a lot specially to u rho. I am reading the syllabuses and it seems really intersting to me as it has lots of math (i hope i'll be studying calculus in these courses) and some physics too. i love the variety. just one more thing: what's the demand and ease of employment in these kinds of jobs? as well as financial rewards (just want to know hehe)?

and curious: thanks to you as your neutral feedback on medicinal career has broadened my view.
 
In America the situation for biomedical engineers is apparently not good. Schools are producing a lot of them and there are not a lot of positions in the biotech field that require a PhD most only require you to listen to the one PhD who works with you and be a chimpanzee. Good luck though.
 
then again that's how it is with most professions,,, at least in many eingineering fields
 

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