What need to do to be a physicist

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers on the steps and requirements for transitioning into a career in physics, particularly for someone with a background in a different field, such as economics. Participants explore educational pathways, necessary skills, and personal development in the context of pursuing a physics degree and career.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire to shift from an economics background to studying physics and seeks advice on how to proceed.
  • Another participant suggests improving English communication skills as a foundational step for becoming a scientist.
  • There is a recommendation to obtain a Bachelor of Science in physics from an accredited university and to engage in research during that time.
  • Advice includes applying to reputable graduate schools for a PhD in physics and preparing for the GRE, particularly focusing on achieving a high score in the quantitative section.
  • One participant acknowledges the challenges of the journey but expresses motivation to pursue the goal of becoming a physicist.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the importance of formal education and research experience in pursuing a career in physics, though specific pathways and additional skills may vary in emphasis.

Contextual Notes

Some participants highlight the importance of communication skills and research experience, but the discussion does not resolve the best methods for improving intuition in physics or the specifics of transitioning from a non-physics background.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals considering a career change to physics, students seeking guidance on educational pathways, and those interested in the requirements for pursuing advanced studies in physics.

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guys, what do i need to do to be a physicist, my major was economy, but I'm interested in physics,too. Now after university life, i started to do a job. BUT I want to go further on the study of science.I have learned video lectures of MIT on general mechanics and electricity and magnetism, i also took some courses in math too,which include calculus and probability(these lessons seem to be easy for me,but i find the complex analysis and advanced algeber a bit difficult), as to the experiment ,due to some limit, few could be done.I also know the intuition is important for research,are there ways to improve it ,any advice from you is valued
 
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1) Improve your English. You can't be a scientist with communication skills resembling the quality displayed in your post.

2) Get a bachelor of science in physics at an accredited university.

1.5) While doing your bachelor, do research with faculty or labs, and try really hard to get published.

3) Apply to reputable grad schools for a physics PhD in the specialty of your choice.

2.9) Before grad school, take the GRE and all that jazz, and get a near-perfect on the quantitative part.

4) Do research and get published during grad school.

5) ?

6) Profit (or, well, earn mediocre but liveable wages)
 
:0), thx,great help,i will aim that goal,it's not easy but worth the effort,by the way ,i'm from china
 

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