Lover of Math but dont know which career path to take

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A sixth form student in Jamaica is exploring career paths that align with a strong passion for math, considering options like actuarial science, medical physics, and programming. Concerns include job opportunities and future pay scales in these fields. The discussion highlights the importance of selecting reputable schools, with Stanford noted for its programming connections to Silicon Valley. Additionally, rankings for top physics schools are referenced, along with salary information for physicists. The student leans towards medical physics, recognizing the need for a bachelor's degree in physics and seeking recommendations for the best educational institutions in Canada and the USA.
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I'm currently a sixth form student in Jamaica starting to think about career paths to take. I'm in love with math and I'm sure ill never drop out of love with it. But I'm a little uncertain about which career path to take. I was thinking of either doing acturial science but wonder if the job opportunities are there and if I will like working in the field. Also I have considers doing phyics and then medical physics but I also like programming. Which schools are the best for these interests? What are the job opportunities going to be like in the future? Pay scale? Any other suggestions of a career path to take? I currently take accounting, physics, pure math and computer science. I'm open to suggestions. :)
 
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Thank you! I think I have decided to stick to medical physics but I know you have to do a bachelors in physics first. Which schools are the best in Canada and USA experience wise?
 
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