Can I Pursue a Career in Physics with Weak Math Skills and Specific Interests?

In summary, the conversation is about someone who is interested in learning physics and becoming a researcher or scientist. They have concerns about their abilities in math, their lack of interest in electricity and magnetism, and their understanding of quantum mechanics. They also mention not having enough resources and being a high school student with limited time. The person giving advice suggests focusing on developing practical skills and taking college preparatory math and physical science courses. They also inquire about the individual's current level and practical experiences.
  • #1
Yash Raj
Hi,
I am really very interested in learning physics and becoming researcher or scientist.
But I have few problems like
  • I am not good at maths at all
  • I can remember formulas and constants value.
  • I am not at all interested in electricity and magnetism.
  • I don't really know what am I good at.
  • I don't know what physics am I interested in.(I want to solve mysteries of space-time.)
  • I am small to clearly understand quantum mechanics.
I don't have enough resource.
Please give me advice . I am school student and therefore can't give all my time to physics.
Thanks.
 
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  • #2
What kind of student or what level right now are you? You might be young and have time to develop, through other science and engineering courses. Highschooler? Learn college preparatory Mathematics for all of your high school years, and do at least one physical science course. For any physical science including Physics, you must learn Algebra, Trigonometry, and some Calculus. No way around it.

Your practical skills (if any) are important for you to help make a decision about interests which can combine with Physics OR any other sciences. This is partly how you develop.
 
  • #3
symbolipoint said:
What kind of student or what level right now are you? You might be young and have time to develop, through other science and engineering courses. Highschooler? Learn college preparatory Mathematics for all of your high school years, and do at least one physical science course. For any physical science including Physics, you must learn Algebra, Trigonometry, and some Calculus. No way around it.

Your practical skills (if any) are important for you to help make a decision about interests which can combine with Physics OR any other sciences. This is partly how you develop.
symbolipoint said:
What kind of student or what level right now are you? You might be young and have time to develop, through other science and engineering courses. Highschooler? Learn college preparatory Mathematics for all of your high school years, and do at least one physical science course. For any physical science including Physics, you must learn Algebra, Trigonometry, and some Calculus. No way around it.

Your practical skills (if any) are important for you to help make a decision about interests which can combine with Physics OR any other sciences. This is partly how you develop.
I am in class 10 I mainly like things related to quantum and cosmology or astrophysics. But I am not sure.
 
  • #4
Yash Raj said:
I am in class 10 I mainly like things related to quantum and cosmology or astrophysics. But I am not sure.
Members here do not understand, "class 10". One would assume this is something below "high school" level.

The question of your practical skills and current interests are, what practical experiences do you have, and what do you know how to do about repair, construction, or designing of assemblages, equipment, or things you build. This is a wide-ranging question, like anything from forming pottery, cabinet-making, automotive maintenance, or traditional photography techniques.
 

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