Physics Physicists' Earning adn Scope of INT MS with Physics

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The discussion centers on the earnings potential of physicists compared to computer science (CS) engineers, particularly in the context of pursuing a career in physics despite parental pressure to choose a more lucrative field like CS. Participants highlight that while physicists can earn varying salaries based on their career stage—such as full professors earning more than postdocs—overall, physics is generally not as financially rewarding as CS. The conversation emphasizes the importance of passion for the subject, with the original poster expressing a deep fascination with physics and a desire to pursue research and potentially a PhD. There is a suggestion that framing a career in physics as equivalent to engineering might help gain parental support, as engineering is often viewed as a more stable and profitable career path. Ultimately, the discussion underscores the tension between personal interests in science and external expectations regarding financial success.
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How much do physicist earn cause i want to be a physicist. My parents and friends want me to taks CS as my subject and do B Tech. They say a CS engineers earn around (160,000-300,000)$ a year. And they also say there is no scope of a physicist in India.

Well I am confused so help me. I want to go for research not in CS and make money but they say money is necessary too. Now I'm thinking to take physics as my subject and go for 5 year INT MS course in some IIT (Indian Institute Of Technology). Should I go or not please reply.
 
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Depends on what rank of physicist you are talking about. A full professor will earn more than a postdoc. But if you want to make a lot of money, physics probably isn't for you.
 
If your primary goal in life is to make money, your chances of succeeding could be better if you established business as a psychic rather than a physicist.
 
no i don't want to make money these are my parents words they say all about money. in reality i want to study the concepts of nature and this universe i am totally fascinated by physics role in nature and i could know the reality behind everything by science(physics) not by superstitious belief.

I have written this post just to know how much a physicist can earn and reply these to my parents so they also support me.I am thinking that later i will do PhD and then becoming a professor.
 
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Translate 'physicist' into 'engineer', I am sure your parents would not disagree with that as a good career prospect.
 
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