Joining an engineering grad school after a major in physics

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SUMMARY

Transitioning from a physics major to engineering graduate programs is feasible, particularly in fields such as aerospace and mechanical engineering. While most programs typically require an undergraduate degree in engineering, some institutions, like UC Santa Barbara, accept physics graduates with the condition of completing additional undergraduate engineering courses. This pathway allows physics majors to leverage their knowledge in practical engineering applications and secure employment in related fields.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of undergraduate engineering courses
  • Familiarity with graduate admission requirements in engineering
  • Knowledge of specific engineering disciplines, such as aerospace and mechanical engineering
  • Awareness of institutions that accept physics graduates into engineering programs
NEXT STEPS
  • Research graduate programs in aerospace engineering that accept physics majors
  • Explore the additional undergraduate courses required for admission into mechanical engineering programs
  • Investigate the specific admission policies of UC Santa Barbara for physics graduates
  • Learn about career opportunities available for physics graduates in engineering fields
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Physics graduates considering a transition to engineering, prospective graduate students exploring interdisciplinary opportunities, and academic advisors guiding students in their career paths.

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hello,
This is going to be my first post on pf, even though I have been following the insightful topics for a long time.I have majored in physics and after that I have decided to follow a grad course and do something where I can apply my knowledge of physics and get a good job after it.

can someone list all the courses I can look forward to? Also, is it possible to switch to fields like areospace engg. or mechanical engg.?
 
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Most graduate engineering programs require an undergraduate degree in engineering. However there are a few that might accept you with the additional requirement to take some undergraduate engineering courses as pre-requisites.
 
timsea81 said:
Most graduate engineering programs require an undergraduate degree in engineering. However there are a few that might accept you with the additional requirement to take some undergraduate engineering courses as pre-requisites.

Like Timesea81 said, where I went to school you can get in with a physics degree no problem, but you would have to take a few additional courses. Some programs, such as UC Santa Barbara in the US, consider a physics background superior to an EE background.
 

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