Is a Degree in Physics the Path to a Career in Artificial Life?

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The discussion centers on a first-year university student in Rome who is torn between pursuing a degree in physics or computer science, with aspirations to become a researcher in Artificial Life and Natural Computation. The student expresses a strong passion for physics but acknowledges that a computer science background may be more aligned with their desired master's program in the UK. The master's program is open to students from various disciplines, including physics, which raises questions about the feasibility of transitioning into this field with a physics degree. Participants suggest that while a background in computer science may be beneficial, a degree in physics could still provide a strong foundation, particularly if the student considers programs in biophysics that integrate aspects of both fields. The conversation highlights the interdisciplinary nature of research in Artificial Life and the potential for success with a physics degree.
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Hello guys, I'm a student from Rome, excuse my bad english. I would like to ask you something if I'm not too disturbing..

I'm a student of the first year of University (La Sapienza), and not yet decided which degree to attend: I'm undecided to take physics of computer science. I love physics, I don't love very much computer science: but what I would like to be in the future is the researcher in Artificial Life, or, more in particular, Natural Computation ( I would like to take this master in GB after the degree in Rome: http://www.informatics.sussex.ac.uk/research/groups/easy/).

Maybe Computer science would be more appropriate for the master I want to take, but I do love more physics, and maybe I would have better results doing it. The Master I want to take is open for all students from maths, physics, engineering.. So I won't be cut off.

So, do you think is it possible for me doing this career in the future taking a degree in physics? Is there a link between physics and artificial life?

Please answer me! :)
(By the way, this forum rocks !)
 
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I don't know much about natural computing, but I assume some molecular biology background would be essential.

Perhaps you should consider a program in biophysics if there is one available to you?
 

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