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The discussion revolves around the career prospects for math and physics majors, with a focus on job opportunities beyond academia. While pursuing a degree in these fields can lead to roles as physicists or researchers, the conversation highlights the importance of flexibility in career choices. Many participants suggest that branching into fields like finance, management, or engineering can enhance job prospects. There is a recognition that pure science may not always provide immediate financial stability, but some argue that numerous individuals successfully make a living in pure science. The debate reflects varying perspectives on the viability of careers in math and physics, emphasizing the need for practical experience and adaptability in the job market.
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Math and Physics. Right now I'm a math major but I might switch to physics. what type of jobs are there for these degrees? Besides being a professor of course.
 
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A strong background in these subjects is good preparation for a lot of things, if not direct training for them. It seems to rely a lot on the individual's ingenuity in acquiring experience relevant to what they want to do.
 
torquerotates said:
Math and Physics. Right now I'm a math major but I might switch to physics. what type of jobs are there for these degrees? Besides being a professor of course.

Well, you could become a physicist.

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Depends on how far you are planning to take your education...
 
You would find more job opportunities if you are flexible to switch to other career fields, such as financing, management, accounting, etc. Unfortunately, pure science won't bring food on the table.

The only other option is research, for which you will find much more opportunities in China and India because many of the new (industrial) research centers are outsourced there.
 
Kinda like asking, "what can I do with a college degree?" A lot, or maybe nothing, for many different people, in many different places, for a wide range of possible incomes.
 
You would find more job opportunities if you are flexible to switch to other career fields, such as financing, management, accounting, etc. Unfortunately, pure science won't bring food on the table.

That exactly what I was wondering. So by flexiblity you mean that if I have a math degree, its still possible to apply for a job in engineering?
 
Depends on how far you are planning to take your education...

probably just a BS or MS in math or physics. But I'm considering a terminal degree in medicine or pharmacy.
 
nebuqalia said:
Unfortunately, pure science won't bring food on the table.

I don't understand this comment. There are tens of thousands, perhaps hundreds of thousands of pure scientists around the world who obviously aren't starving. Many who make a living doing pure science frequent this forum, including me. Some actually make a pretty penny. I think your statement is overly pessimistic.
 
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