Which applied physics concentration to pick?

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The discussion centers on the challenges faced by a freshman applied physics major in selecting a concentration and potential career paths. Key areas of interest include dual majoring in applied physics and applied math, with specific concentrations like biophysics and optical science and engineering being considered. The individual expresses a strong passion for physics and a desire to participate in initiatives similar to the Google X Lunar Prize, while also indicating a reluctance to switch majors to fields like aerospace or electrical engineering. The possibility of pursuing a master's in engineering after completing a degree in applied physics and math is mentioned as a potential pathway to align with future career goals.
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sorry i already made a similar topic before but i didnt get any response so i decided to be more specific. i am an applied physics major freshman. i have to pick a concentration of studies but i don't know what to pick.

what are some possible career paths for dual majoring in applied physics/applied math?

concentration in biophysics?

optical science and engineering?

the reason i picked applied physics is because i love physics and couldn't decide which engineering i want to major in.

on random note,i want to participate in something like google x lunar prize in the future.but i don't want to change my major or dual major in computer science or study atrophysics..
 
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Well, most likely not astro physics for that, you would need something like an aerospace engineer, electrical engineer etc. I do not really see how astro would be useful at all for landing a vehicle on the moon...
 
Klockan3 said:
Well, most likely not astro physics for that, you would need something like an aerospace engineer, electrical engineer etc. I do not really see how astro would be useful at all for landing a vehicle on the moon...
well, i did say i don't want to study atro so..thats no problem. but i do not want to change my major so EE and AE is out of the question. unless i study applied physics and math then get masters in engineering...
 
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