Post doc in physics after bachelors in engineering

[dpa]

hi all,
i am dead certain i want to be physicist. But seems i will not get colleges in usa. Am a senior at high school and international.
Physics education at my country for bachelors is very poor.
So i am thinking of doing bachelors in engr here and applying for phd physics. How difficult is it to get assistantship for physics phd after b.e.?
Will that be no.

 

[hadsed]

Post-docs are what you get after you've finished your Ph.D (post-doctoral appointments is the full name). If you mean that you need a job, like a teaching assistantship or a research assistantship, then yes Ph.D programs in STEM fields are almost always funded (if you don't get funded, you should not do it).

 

[dpa]

sorry, i mean to ask can i do phd in string theory/lqg after bachelors in electrical engineering.
:shy:

 

[lisab]

We get this question frequently. Here's a thread with lots of good info:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=64966

 

[Matrix0]

I understand your passion for physics and your desire to pursue it as a career. It can be challenging to find colleges for physics at the undergraduate level, especially for international students. However, I believe that your plan to study engineering and then pursue a PhD in physics is a smart one.

Having a background in engineering can actually be beneficial for a career in physics. Many concepts and skills from engineering can be applied to physics research, and it can also make you a more well-rounded scientist. Additionally, your engineering degree can make you stand out in the pool of PhD applicants, as it shows that you have a strong background in math and problem-solving.

In terms of getting an assistantship for a PhD in physics, it may be more competitive for those with a background in engineering compared to those with a physics undergraduate degree. However, it is not impossible. I recommend reaching out to potential PhD programs and discussing your background and interests with their admissions department. They may be able to provide more specific information on the likelihood of receiving an assistantship with a BE degree.

Overall, I believe that your plan to pursue a PhD in physics after completing your BE is a viable and strategic one. Keep working hard and pursuing your passion for physics, and I am confident that you will find success in your academic and career goals. Best of luck to you!