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The discussion centers on the comparison between studying physics and physics engineering, particularly in relation to career opportunities in prestigious organizations like SpaceX, ESA, NASA, and Formula 1. The individual expresses a desire to work as a researcher or aerodynamicist but is concerned about the competitive nature of these fields, noting that they often hire engineers over physicists. The inquiry seeks clarity on the potential job prospects for physicists in these industries, emphasizing a need for guidance despite acknowledging the repetitive nature of the question. The response suggests reviewing existing threads for more information, indicating that this topic has been discussed extensively in the forum.
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Hi, I would like to study physics, but i was wondering what are the advantages and disadvantages of physics in relation to physics engineering.
My dream job, was to work as a researcher, or in a company like spacex, esa, NASA or in formula 1 (as a aerodynamicist) but I know it is very difficult, and it seems that they mostly employ engineers, so is it possible to work in a company like these, and what are the most probable jobs for a physicist. Sorry for this boring and repetitive question or for any mistakes, since english is not my first language. Any help would be really appreciated.
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AlbertoAl said:
. Sorry for this boring and repetitive question

Since you know it's repetitive, why not read some of the many threads on this that are already here?
 

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