What is it like to be a physicist and study nanotech engineering in university?

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The discussion centers on the experiences and expectations of pursuing a career in physics versus nanotechnology engineering. A high school student seeks insights into what being a physicist entails and the nature of university programs. It is noted that advanced degrees significantly enhance employability and responsibility in the field of physics, indicating that graduate school is beneficial for aspiring physicists. The conversation also includes light-hearted commentary about the title of the post, reflecting a casual tone among participants.
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Im in my last year of high school, and am looking to go into physics. Either that or nanotech engineering. Id like to know what being a physicist is like, and what the programs are like in university. I've read up on employement and such, but id like a direct perspective of an actual physisict. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
 
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I am just an undergrad student, I just thought the title of this post was humorous
 
ZapperZ has a small thread about this somewhere...
 
J77 said:
ZapperZ has a small thread about this somewhere...
...here
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=51406&highlight=physicist
:smile: (small thread?)
 
well, physics, unlike engineering, is a career where the higher the degree you have, the more employable you will be and the more responsibility you will carry. If you want to be a physicist then you will benefit by going to grad school.
 
mgiddy911 said:
I am just an undergrad student, I just thought the title of this post was humorous

Hahaha true.
 

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