Nuclear Power Research: What Degree Path is Best?

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The discussion centers on the academic path of a first-year physics student at the University of Cincinnati contemplating whether to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering followed by a graduate degree in Nuclear Engineering, or to continue with a doctorate in Nuclear Engineering or Physics. The student expresses a clear interest in nuclear power research and seeks advice on the advantages of each degree path. Key points include the belief that the specific research conducted may hold more significance than the department name when it comes to career outcomes. The conversation emphasizes the importance of aligning educational choices with research interests in the nuclear field.
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I am a first year physics student at the University of Cincinnati. I currently enrolled in the physics program. However, I was wondering if it would be more advantageous to get a mechanical engineering BS and a graduate degree in Nuclear Engineering. I'm pretty sure I want to do research in nuclear power, but I'm not sure if I'm better off with a doctorate in Nuclear Engineering or Physics? What would you all recommend?
 
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I am also curious about the relative difference between having a physics phd or an engineering phd.

I believe at this level it pretty much comes down to the actual research done and not the name of the department, although I could be wrong.
 

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