Im 52 - is it too late to stucy physics

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Independent study in physics is accessible at any age, and personal satisfaction is a valid motivation for pursuing it. While challenges may arise for those over 40 seeking a PhD due to time commitments and limited professorship opportunities, many individuals have successfully pursued advanced studies later in life. The discussion highlights that age should not deter anyone from starting their educational journey, as demonstrated by participants who have continued their studies into their late 40s. The individual in the discussion plans to enroll in a program with the Open University, indicating a commitment to furthering their education.
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Hi all

As title. I would love to think that I can still do this as I have the time now that I never had. I understand maths and the basics of physics and spend a lot of time ready various physics books but have I left it just too late.

Dont want to do this for any other reason than personal satisfaction

Cheers all
 
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Study as in independent study? Nope! You can do that at any age :) Heck, even if you wanted to get a degree I wouldn't say it's too late if it was for satisfaction. The only problem with age that people usually come up against is if they're over 40 and want to complete a PhD to become a professor; they two problems being that PhDs take a LONG time and professorships are extremely limited in number. But you should fine. Good luck in your studies!
 
Go for it! You're a few years younger than me and I'm a sophomore physics major.
 
I just finished an MS in physics at 47. We're the same age to one significant figure.
 
HI all
Thanks for the positive encouragement. I will be enrolling to start in January with the OU

Regards
Peter
 

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