Particle Physics Grad School with NRE Degree - Is it Doable?

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Transitioning from a Nuclear and Radiology Engineering (NRE) degree to graduate studies in particle physics is feasible, as confirmed by academic advisers. Key prerequisites include a strong foundation in Quantum Mechanics, Electromagnetism (E&M), Classical Mechanics, and Statistical Mechanics. The student has already completed Quantum Mechanics and is enrolled in Quantum II, indicating a solid start. Success in this transition will heavily depend on GRE preparation and the completion of additional physics coursework.

PREREQUISITES
  • Quantum Mechanics knowledge
  • Electromagnetism (E&M) coursework
  • Classical Mechanics understanding
  • Statistical Mechanics familiarity
NEXT STEPS
  • Prepare for the GRE with a focus on physics topics
  • Complete undergraduate courses in Electromagnetism
  • Enroll in Classical Mechanics and Statistical Mechanics classes
  • Explore advanced topics in Quantum Mechanics
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This discussion is beneficial for undergraduate students in engineering or related fields considering a shift to physics graduate programs, particularly those interested in particle physics research.

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Hello!

I'm currently a Junior, undergraduate Nuclear and Radiology Engineering major at Georgia Tech, and I'm wondering about what comes after graduation~

I was originally thinking about going into grad school and doing Fusion research, but the past few months I've been more and more interested in particle physics;

My adviser told me it is possible to go into grad school for physics with an NRE degree (if I study my arse off for the GRE, that is), but I'm wanting to know if that's correct/actually doable.

I've just about finished term one of Quantum Mechanics in addition to my regular NRE courses, and I'm signed up for Quantum II in the spring~
I've also been taking Mathematical Physics, which while not really teaching any physics has been teaching me the more in-depth mathematics that i haven't really used in my engineering courses.

So...is it doable to go into grad school for particle physics with an NRE degree, and if so are there any specific supplement classes I should take in addition to Quantum?
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In order,

0) Quantum (already being done)
1) Undergrad E&M
2) Classical mechanics
3) Statistical mechanics
 
Thanks much! =D
I'm trying to get into Emag next term, so then just the last two to add~
woohoo, that was less classes than I would have thought~
 

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