Basically, I am quitting Engg. to do a Physics Ph.d. because i like to learn Physics. I want to do a Ph.d.... so before I take the plunge, i wanted to know if you know of a downside to doing a Ph.d. Physics?
2007-01-07 15:57:58 · 8 answers · asked by khoj_badami 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
The downside is the amount of time it takes. Earning a Ph.D can sometimes take 7 years or more. Other than that, depending on which field you go into (based on what you want to do) there is absolutely nothing wrong with it. People with Ph.Ds in physics have a much higher average starting salary than those with Ph.Ds in other fields, and the demand for those with Ph.Ds in physics is only increasing.
Despite what many people think, you can do much more than teach with a physics Ph.D. You can work for NASA, work with engineers for creating more sophisticated computer chips (please note you'll be doing physics, not engineering, haha). The work is out there. Maybe try and set up a meeting with a physics adviser in your school. They'll be more than happy to talk to you about career opportunities!
2007-01-07 17:35:50 · answer #1 · answered by Patrick M 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Before you study Physics, you need to ask yourself, "What are my ultimate goals with this degree?" "Can I accomplish these goals without losing four years of my life to studying?" Every step in the educational process has an opportunity cost; not only the money you lose by not working at your peak salary, but also, the time invested in learning something that you may not enjoy or need in the future. If you "like to learn Physics," you can also read about it....why the PhD? Is there a very narrow subject scope that interests you, and where are they doing this research? Do you plan to teach? What you want to do with this degree defines what the downsides of not doing it are...
2007-01-07 16:05:23 · answer #2 · answered by txaggienurse 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Physics is a passionating field of studies but there is not much jobs openings for physics Ph.Ds. You will end up in computer programming.
2007-01-07 16:02:22 · answer #3 · answered by Joseph Binette 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nothing physics is awesome! I'm a Computer Science major now, but I'm changing in the future as well! Usually, physics Phd's have many other skills, in your case engineering which mesh nicely. Physics can be used in everything.
2007-01-07 16:00:12 · answer #4 · answered by John R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-01 23:55:25 · answer #5 · answered by korniyenko 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its takes a long of time to complete and people stereotype you as a prude with no social life
2007-01-07 16:30:53 · answer #6 · answered by sudheesh s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It takes a long time. It's hard to tell your anyone what you do.
2007-01-07 16:00:26 · answer #7 · answered by ignoramus 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Graduate school never ends...
2007-01-07 16:04:01 · answer #8 · answered by sparrowhawk 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋