@@shauneisner7730 same bro ,im in my undergrad and one year left and I feel like this everyday, that's why thinking of shifting my masters to maybe engineering physics.Lets hope for the best.
I started as a physics undergrad but after one year my advisor said it would be better to combine physics with another science. I chose geology and graduated with physics + geology major. I have utilized Geophysics consistently over my 40+ year career. Physics helps a person do science critically and by “the rules”. This is a good combination with softer sciences such as geology where theorizing is prevalent.
@@julianbeatty2909 hmm I don’t know why my links aren’t showing up. I got to university of missouri-saint Louis if you search that than mathematics fiscal emphasis and engineering physics
As a 15 year old girl who is currently wishing to take physics and mathematics for A-Levels and hopefully continue to study physics after, I really enjoyed this video.... I enjoy all of your videos actually 😅 but this gave me a lot of insight on what to expect! Thanks 😊 Lots of love from France 💜
It’s currently 3am, I am solving some intro to quantum physics homework ( more like struggling to understand the question), and as I began to doubt my decision making on majoring in physics, I came across this video and wow, thank you! That’s all I can say. Keep it up!
@@kashifnaseem220 i agree, super interesting, but working with the equation at a higher lv is rly stressful and u cant rly have fun until u finish and take a good look at it. Then realize how good of a job you done 😂
Grant from 3blue1brown and Sal Kahn from Kahn Academy are two of the most influential and internally driven people I have ever had the pleasure of watching and learning maths from. And I agree 100%, Grants videos, visualizations and talks on maths topics are some of the best anywhere on the planet. His calculus videos really helped bridge gaps I had and helped me overcome issues I was having. I am not a maths genius by any means but I feel my understanding of certain areas is fuller because of his videos. Sal's videos on many topics have helped be out of so many struggles that I feel like I owe him personally. Also his videos on mastery based learning helped me realize why I struggle so much.
It is 40 years or more since I studied Physics. To have had this video and access to easily connecting resources such as those mentioned here, would have been most useful at that time as well. With the passage of 40 years plus since my student life, I can still recommend this video as being true to my experiences since that time as well. Thank you for reaching out to the young people of your time. Well done !
I am really curious as a high school student, what have you done throghout your career after you have got your physics bachelor? I really want to study physics and maybe master in engineering, so that i can follow a well paying career with also the satisfaction of knowing how the universe works.
"If people do not believe that mathematics is simple, it is only because they do not realize how complicated life is". John von Neumann. (Life = Physics)
The quote means something entirely different. He's implying that mathematics is simple compared to the complexity of life. Basically meaning that there are phenomena in life and nature that cannot be properly explained by mathematics or by any prearranged algorithm.
Great point about maths sometimes being a struggle for physics students. I ended up getting a maths major because I struggled with the maths in second year physics, and found that - after graduating - the physics I'd been trying to learn earlier became much eaiser. (Although, in my degree, I focused much more on the pure side, which I found easier than applied maths.)
Weird, normally most people find the applied side much easier than the pure side. That was the case for me as well. I could do applied math but not pure math so easily. The concepts were just much more abstract
I definitely needed to see this. I will be graduating with my BS in physics in May, and with no real direction for after undergrad I've worried that most people will look at my degree as too specialized to be of any use. I do believe that I have acquired an immense analytical framework from which I can problem solve outside of physics, but would employers perceive that as well? I suppose time will tell. Great video, nonetheless!
graduating with a bs in physics. Cool. I am a sophomore in hs interested in the science and engineering field. What classes do you think are necessary or helpful to prepare for study in these fields, from your experience studying physics
@@lebongarcon3390 Definitely master algebra, trigonometry, and calculus. I didn't even really have them mastered until I entered university. In fact, I started at a midrange algebra class and steadily worked my way up. Once your mathematics is super strong, you're ready to tackle physics, usually starting with the University Physics I/II for a year -- this basically throws you into the pit with all the fundamental physics concepts that you'll be working with as a physicist. From there you just take the upper division physics courses (and labs) which are all taught by actual physicists. It all sounds a lot scarier than it actually is. Just stay focused in your studies, have faith in your own abilities to understand any and all concepts, and dont give up. Learning how to deconstruct things analytically and mathematically are tremendous skills to have at your disposal and I don't think you could learn them better outside of physics. In terms of high school, pay attention and go above and beyond in all of your science courses. Particularly, take physics and chemistry and put most of your efforts into mastering them (as well as mathematics) while you are in high school. With the mastery mindset in place from here onwards, you'll be able to tackle physics no problem once you get into university. Hope this helps.
Why did you wait until you are about to graduate to start job hunting. This process should begin as soon as you declare your major. Also how are you specialized with a BS physics degree? It is a broad field. Majoring in nuclear engineering is specialized and will limit your options.
Also congrats on being officially a physicist. I also am going to major in physics. Majoring in engineering currently but not what I am looking for. There are never answers to "why".
I've a friend who hate physics(seriously!). Why this happen? Why many people are not interested in pure science field when humans have a natural hunger to discover, explore....? Only one reason; Children are forced to mug up some textbook science, solving some multiple choice questions written by somebody years ago, in the process don't get the real concept and how to apply in real life problems, but most importantly, he lose the interest and the natural 'curiosity'. Family prefers high salary jobs. Along with this, there is less support for higher studies in pure science from the government. But I wonder why the government itself degrade science when it is the backbone of engineering?
@Sashank Sriram Of course, why I am saying this that he was somehow interested till high school, then he lost it as I know him from childhood. But I am still trying to keep the love in science alive apart from academic stress, here to proceed towards in science field is difficult.
To believe in pure science is to believe in its long term benefits (i.e. what practical application does elementary particle physics have outside of physics?). That is hard for government to see when there are people starving for food or to make a living, dying from diseases, and other immediate needs.
@@mohammedsalmanali01 Mugging up as well as updation of course material. The science curriculum is the same as what our parents studied about 20 to 30 years ago. Technological advances change the game in the real world and central boards don't catch on.
When I started grad school, there were 12 of us. Years after we graduated, none of us 12 are working in anything remotely related to physics. But I agree, that training in physics make me a better analytic person than I would be if I graduated from other disciplines. But the foundation of math knowledge acquired through the program (undergrad & grad) is immense. It opens up more job opportunities than most other degree. I also agree with doing a lot electives but that is more to do with my interest. But man, I did so many economics and math undergrad classes that I think I could have got a minor degree in those fields.
Lucky you have that choice, in the U.K. physics degrees are 90% physics, 5% computing/engineering related and 5% other. I’m just saying it’s nice to have some breadth especially when the physics and maths modules are so difficult
MG2 His ethnicity might be Indian, or middle eastern but I’m going to make the guess that he was not born or raised on either India or the Middle East.
In my opinion, mathematics is the best major to start with for those who like to study physics. After studying the first year in my physics degree I realized that it would have been a better choice if I had done a degree in mathematics instead and delayed the physics stuff to the masters level where one could easily specialize in mathematical (or theoretical) physics, the very branch which I was interested in. Anyway, now after having received the physics degree, I'm, once again, considering going back to mathematics to do a masters degree in it, because I believe it somehow is going to equip me with the tools required to specialize (either )in mathematical physics (or financial mathematics), or just stick to the physics-related mathematics at the doctoral level.
What if it's just physics? I want to train myself to be better at it, I want to get in a uni which is good at teaching physics I don't care about jobs, I just want to know more about the universe
Life is Chemistry in a Physics environment and it's Engineered Mathematically to provide the safest cycles of sustainability, "Everything is Connected". Physics Research in conjunction with Mathematics for interest, Engineering etc for sustainability and all the rest makes it worthwhile. It's not simple or easy if you are a participant.
I actually aspire to be a trauma surgeon (I'm in high school now, and get good grades, so don't worry) but I want to major in physics for my undergrad. Many choose biology for 'pre - med,' but I want to stand out a bit on my resume.
I had a friend in college who earned both a B.S. and M.S. in physics, then went onto to earn a masters in electrical engineering and went on to have a great career. Great video!
@@NormanWasHere452 He went part time in the evenings, and I think it took him 3 years. But, with his physics education, he had a strong base in math and physics to absorb the material.
math is just a skill. with enough patience and consistency one can learn a lot. try to get used to mathematics if you feel not good at it. honestly understanding math seems synonyms to being familiar with mathematical ideas.
You might try coding. Get into physics engines. Follow walkthroughs. If you do it slow enough, everything can be done at a 5th grade level. Stephen Wolfram of WolframApha took the same approach.
It depends how you interpret it i suppose, i'm into pure maths, so a little bias :). The applied maths in physics is incredible and very meaty yes but the abstract parts of pure can be debated as equally 'juicy' haha
That analogy likens maths to being a tool for applications, when maths in itself can be very interesting and abstract, not merely providing a 'skeleton' for applicative purposes.
Chimp_APE, the skeleton is the fundamental underlying structure that allows all else to exist upon it, mathematics is not only a language, but the actual structure of information and the way in which all else comes forth. I am sorry if I somehow trivialised mathematics.
Great stuff. I think John made the comment "math is the language of science" which is an essential point. Thanks also for mentioning that you both have used online resources to improve your understanding. Some of those I hadn't heard of before.
I am 15 years old. I am really passionate about Physics as well as Computer Science. I have been coding since I was 9 and have explored and learnt a multitude of technologies and languages (C# and Unity, Java, C++ and OpenGL and C and Artificial Neural Networks (trying to understand the calculus since I haven‘t covered it in school yet xD)). So far I always thought I would go for Computer Science and get a decent job as a programmer. Recently I began to dive into the world of physics. Relativity, Quantum Physics and abstract physics concept really fascinate me. My parents think I‘d be better off with computer science but they‘d support me whatever I do. I know physics isn‘t really quite up there with computer science when it comes to salary and overall employment . I am really not sure what to do. Should I go for computer science and ditch physics? Considering I‘d think I have a solid foundation for computer science, should I maybe just do Physics? Would you or anyone have any advice for me? I know I still have a bit of time :D (doing IB or the German Abitur in 2 years)
i am physcist living in austria, i would advice you not to do physics instead take computer science with electronics or electrical engineering, you will have enough physics in these courses
My Ph.D. is from a science department. After graduation I had a 2 year post-doc working for a professor who had NASA contracts and grants. After that I taught at a university for 2 years for very little money, and I couldn't seem to win any research grants. So I found a job in aerospace, leveraging my post-doc research on NASA projects to get myself in the door. My work assignments are always in "New Business," meaning I do research and development for my company as we try to develop solutions to win new NASA contracts. Although I can advance in the company as a technical expert (and earn more $ as I advance) I will never be a manager. I'm considered a problem-solver-for-hire only. Really, aerospace companies prefer those with one of the undergraduate engineering degrees, coupled with an MBA
@@AnchalaPatel The "New Business" departments of industry are interested in problem solvers. A friend who earned a Ph.D. in astronomy is now making a lot of money as a video game designer. A co-worker of mine has no university training at all, but he holds over 60 patents as a self-trained engineer. Another friend, with a degree in mathematics, has been modeling incoming missile trajectories for military anti-missile systems.
Hey Tibees,thank you for this video. I'm currently deciding what to study in uni,and it gives me hope that a physicist can become an engineer. Have a great New Year!
But the thing is it's not specialized in those fields. Companies would prefer computer science majors for computer science jobs and mechanical engineering majors for mechanical engineering jobs. Of course it's possible to enter those fields with a physics degree but it's a little easier when you already have a more specialized degree in that field
He made a great point about practicing more will develop a better understanding. Many alienate the process of understanding a subject and automatically judge the result for example, a grade or answer. "It is the journey that is important (to understanding), not the destination(answer)." Answers do not mean anything, unless understanding can be obtained.
just an update for ppl: Do not go into physics these days unless you plan on going into a PhD program. the degree is pretty much worthless career wise because the market is shifting away from hiring physics majors for engineer positions. You can get away with it if you do enough undergraduate research in specialized areas but at that point you might as well apply for grad school bc youre hyper limiting your area of experience. That being said, a physics program should not be applied to if the program does not teach you how to program.
I like physics as a tool to apply to project design more than a main subject in itself. Especially new materials and craft for weapons development. 🛸 I think it’s essential for understanding the universe objectively. I suppose I fall into the design/ engineering category.
My university called their Engineering courses Applied Science. I became an engineer rather than a physics because I thought that it would be easier to find a job, was more stable, and better paid. But I tell my grandchildren that when I grow up I want to be a physicist. I remember looking at an orbital model of the hydrogen atom and starting to work out what I later found out was Schrodinger’s equation. I then realized the orbital model was wrong and the electron, proton, and the associated electromagnetic field needed a better model. Physics is intriguing because it is about finding better fundamental models.
Physics is the king of sciences! That being said, no one should feel bad if they are not into basic sciences. Do whatever you want and may you feel happy with whatever you do. But hey.....Physics is the most interesting science there is. Good video.
In order to excel at physics you need strong attention to detail and be an effective problem solver. If you look at any job description, those skills ALWAYS pop up. You may not work in something that is directly tied to physics, but if it pays the bills and you're not miserable doing it, who cares?
This video was very helpful, I been very confused. I knew I like physics but I was not sure if I will certainly understand it(the math part of it). But that is the beauty of it, understand physics and using math. P.S. Philosophy is also something I like.
In the real world, assuming almost everyone wants to work in industry, your major "doesn't matter". The job skills you learn will be in the job. Your major shows an employer if you are a quick learner and a hard worker. More important are your projects, research, etc. This shows your drive, discipline, and passion to your potential employer. For those who just "want to make it", like most computer science majors, you WILL get exposed. A passionate person within the field they have chosen will work 100 hundred times harder than the person who just wants a paycheck. That is fine, but you will work for the people who are driven, and passionate about there field. Either be it in science, medicine, engineering, technology, etc.
late answer and I have limited knowledge on the subject, but as far as I know, when working in Quantum Physics, the environment in which atoms are being experimented with has to be very isolated and cold so it is not affected by the outside. If I recall correctly, any outside interaction, even a photon touching the system, ruins superpositions. So he probably meant something like that. It's a really interesting topic! I'm not good at presenting it, but I know all these things from quantum physics videos on RUclips (Neil deGrasse Tyson in particular I found very enjoyable), I definitely recommend them to you if you like physics.
How to get a job: Interview well and have a wealth of transferable skills. Employability isn't "what you current know," it's more about whether you can figure stuff out while on the job. A lot of education doesn't emphasize this, they instead emphasize learning a bunch of stuff, instead of focusing on the skill of figuring out stuff in novel situations.
This is an old video, but in the comments section it seems people want to do too much. Dual degrees, three minors, etc. WTF, just get the degree you want and if you're interested in an extracurricular activity learn about it online. Most jobs want you to have a degree and work experience. Now, the best way to get a job without work experience is to go to your campus job fair and talk to the recruiters directly and ask for advice on if your resume looks good or if there is anything that you should add to it. Most of them know you won't have experience and is okay with it since you are a student. There are also resources (at least with my school) in practicing interview questions with a career councilor. Technical interviews can be looked at on Glassdoor and you can look at resources to practice those questions if needed. That's it, my motto in life is to not take on more than you can chew. The more you take on, the more drama or work you will have to deal with. Don't do that to yourself. Take the path of least resistance.
Loved this. I have a friend with a physics BS, Theology MA, and PhD in Logic who joined the Navy and has had a terrific career in the FBI as a special agent (that is federal law enforcement in the US). Guess which discipline he is called to use on most? Not Logic! Physics! I have another who had his BA in Theology who ended up in the same place. Your education does not define your career path, you do. It does open doors.
It is very interesting that you talk about trying to see what you like outside of physics. I have thought about this a lot, and I really love physics but I also love Social Work and everything that has to do with helping other people. I am not sure what to do with this two passions, since a lot of people comment on how different they are. I am not sure how to combine them.
You can try to be a science communicator and educate the public how important scientists are to our modern day of life, or something g similar. Remember your major is not the end of the road, you are just getting started. I am too pursuing a physics degree.Good luck!
Ahmed AlShalchi the “digital revolution” is the reason we’re making so many advances in all kinds of fields that were never imaginable. I don’t understand the negative view people have towards progress
Really helpful video!! I was wondering if I did make a right choice about doing physics at undergraduate level and now i feel confident about what I can do in future!
Loved his explainations. I noticed you stated that you're also a maths major, would you recommend that dual major/degree path? Do you think it opens up your oppertunities in the engineering realm of focuses more prospective job oppertunities in the realm of data science and computer science?
Yes. The idea is that you should get yourself to the point where you can actually do the job. A physics degree alone may not be enough, and it depends on what you took as a part of your physics degree. I took elective courses in plasma physics, atomic structure and acoustics, but did not take any electronics course, which I later find as a graduate student teaching it how useful that would have been for industry. In my opinion, one important skillset for the workforce that physics students typically don't learn is business.
I've found that there are no jobs out there that I'd actually be interested in over the course of a career, so I just try to get one that has a nice balance of pay and hours so I can maintain a series of hobbies.
Most physics majors end up in the computer science industry. Some do finance, project management and allied electronics industry like industrial scientist in healthcare.
5:15 I always thought it is only in india that parents(most of the time) push their children to go for engineering ! I was fascinated to physics in 10+2...but at last my parents pushed me to take engg ( though I became somewhat insecure about my career that time) .... Now I'm an engineer and doing masters at IIT... !
What is a.i. doing to physics jobs? I'm not talking about the jobs for the top 1% of physics grads. They will always be in demand. But the jobs that the bottom 80% get.
If you remove the fact that interesting part Physics is pretty much a scam. Especially theoretical physics. Depending on your institute where you study and some other factors. The field is hyper saturated like gaming, photography, you are either king or peasant in physics.
2nd year classical physics just seems like way to much information to digest, why is it necessary to put so much information into ones mind, is it even humanly possible.
I'm currently doing electromagnetism and modern physics and find I can understand the content but really struggle actually applying the knowledge to problems. I like maths because you can just keep doing problems and eventually learn how to do them but I'm not finding I can do that with physics because it's about knowing how to apply the maths is what I struggle with.
Astrophysics degree would only get you astrophysics career related jobs after grad but physics degree is like a giant umbrella that allows u to still do astrophysics post-grad or to go into the workforce to do finance or engineering
@@astromaniac360 I would suggest doing physics instead, and do some courses in astronomy because you can always branch off into astrophysics later on. But you usually can't go the other way around.
I think there are some disciplines that I believe humanity must study and advance for our overall physical well being - Physics being absolutely one of them. But the issue arises when speculation comes into play on what is deemed profitable disciplines. And those change all too often, chasing after somebody else's dream. The government also has a big part of the blame as well since they themselves divide the yearly budgets without fair distribution - which further leaves much room for manipulation and waste.
From what I've I heard doing PhD in engineering isn't as important as it would be for physics. On physics a PhD gives you a larger chance of getting a research position in a lab, whereas for engineering a masters +work experience is far more useful than a phd
Totally on point, currently doing my PhD in Physics and has no trouble finding jobs in the interim. Not based on physics at all, but having the best degree possible (fight me) is a display of ability.
@@fto5935 lol what? Me and my friends are just science nerds who love to learn. I am a very humble guy and most of my classmates are nice/funny. Do you even know what ignorant means? Because that applies to the general public.
@@alexv5581 Of course not every physicist. But I experienced it to be more prevalent amongst them compared to other natural scientists. The ignorance refers to their lack of knowledge of other fields and the assumption that physics is somehow superior.
+F To From my experience the degree of arrogance increases the more abstract the field of science is. SO basically Bio -> Chem -> Phys -> Math Basically it's more abstract, encompasses all the applied stuff anyway, requires more intelligence, will have more impact down the line and will make the less abstract stuff obsolete once we can explain everything with my field. etc.. These are the arguments I heard so far.
Does anyone ever not feel like they're not good enough in physics, it's kind of a thing that comes with loving physics😂
Yes.
I feel like it is something you can learn with time and practice. just like all other things in life
Yes but that's not absolutely true
I have felt this way almost every day of my undergrad degree😅only 1 more year left now (hopefully)
@@shauneisner7730 same bro ,im in my undergrad and one year left and I feel like this everyday, that's why thinking of shifting my masters to maybe engineering physics.Lets hope for the best.
I started as a physics undergrad but after one year my advisor said it would be better to combine physics with another science. I chose geology and graduated with physics + geology major. I have utilized Geophysics consistently over my 40+ year career. Physics helps a person do science critically and by “the rules”. This is a good combination with softer sciences such as geology where theorizing is prevalent.
Is physic and fiscal math a good double major?
@@jmccullough975 Can you provide a link to the exact degree? It's difficult to evaluate without having specifics.
@@julianbeatty2909 my plan is maybe engineering physics then get a masters in aerospace engineering if I can’t get a job
@@julianbeatty2909 hmm I don’t know why my links aren’t showing up. I got to university of missouri-saint Louis if you search that than mathematics fiscal emphasis and engineering physics
why did your advisor say that?
As a 15 year old girl who is currently wishing to take physics and mathematics for A-Levels and hopefully continue to study physics after, I really enjoyed this video.... I enjoy all of your videos actually 😅 but this gave me a lot of insight on what to expect! Thanks 😊
Lots of love from France 💜
Good luck! I myself wanna do the same thing...
good english for a frenchie
DarkNess Of The Skyes thanks you too 😊
Best of luck!
Aww girl you're totally like me, i have alot of passion of physic. I have a desire to choose physic and mathematics in my high school.
It’s currently 3am, I am solving some intro to quantum physics homework ( more like struggling to understand the question), and as I began to doubt my decision making on majoring in physics, I came across this video and wow, thank you! That’s all I can say. Keep it up!
I hope this shows up in your notifications a year later - are you still in physics? I can't really say I am better in not procrastinating lol
I bet it was schrodinger and radial wafe functions. They are nasty
@@christakacs7488 i watched a video on schrodinger wave function and it was so interesting. it was good introduction to many worlds concept.
@@kashifnaseem220 i agree, super interesting, but working with the equation at a higher lv is rly stressful and u cant rly have fun until u finish and take a good look at it. Then realize how good of a job you done 😂
Grant from 3blue1brown and Sal Kahn from Kahn Academy are two of the most influential and internally driven people I have ever had the pleasure of watching and learning maths from. And I agree 100%, Grants videos, visualizations and talks on maths topics are some of the best anywhere on the planet. His calculus videos really helped bridge gaps I had and helped me overcome issues I was having. I am not a maths genius by any means but I feel my understanding of certain areas is fuller because of his videos. Sal's videos on many topics have helped be out of so many struggles that I feel like I owe him personally. Also his videos on mastery based learning helped me realize why I struggle so much.
Are there similar other channels you would recommend? Physics/Maths channel
100% agree! I've probably learnt more from those channels than from my lecturers!
@@TheLazyGamer42 welch lab...best videos on complex numbers
I like how she is so humble and respectful infront of him.
I absolutely love the accent.
Me too
which one?
Her accent is New Zealander and an influence of Australian. She was born in New Zealand but lives in Australia.
@@charki40 Her accent is more closer to Aussie accent. You should listen to a New Zealander......sounds weird.
Elon Musk vibes
It is 40 years or more since I studied Physics. To have had this video and access to easily connecting resources such as those mentioned here, would have been most useful at that time as well. With the passage of 40 years plus since my student life, I can still recommend this video as being true to my experiences since that time as well. Thank you for reaching out to the young people of your time. Well done !
I am really curious as a high school student, what have you done throghout your career after you have got your physics bachelor? I really want to study physics and maybe master in engineering, so that i can follow a well paying career with also the satisfaction of knowing how the universe works.
"If people do not believe that mathematics is simple, it is only because they do not realize how complicated life is". John von Neumann. (Life = Physics)
He definitely did not mean that life is physics, or anything near it.
The quote means something entirely different.
He's implying that mathematics is simple compared to the complexity of life.
Basically meaning that there are phenomena in life and nature that cannot be properly explained by mathematics or by any prearranged algorithm.
Ayiana Darco ,correct
Silicon Valley is the REAL capitol of the USA. If you don't understand computers, you're as good as dead in society.
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Great point about maths sometimes being a struggle for physics students. I ended up getting a maths major because I struggled with the maths in second year physics, and found that - after graduating - the physics I'd been trying to learn earlier became much eaiser. (Although, in my degree, I focused much more on the pure side, which I found easier than applied maths.)
Weird, normally most people find the applied side much easier than the pure side. That was the case for me as well. I could do applied math but not pure math so easily. The concepts were just much more abstract
I definitely needed to see this. I will be graduating with my BS in physics in May, and with no real direction for after undergrad I've worried that most people will look at my degree as too specialized to be of any use. I do believe that I have acquired an immense analytical framework from which I can problem solve outside of physics, but would employers perceive that as well? I suppose time will tell. Great video, nonetheless!
graduating with a bs in physics. Cool. I am a sophomore in hs interested in the science and engineering field. What classes do you think are necessary or helpful to prepare for study in these fields, from your experience studying physics
@@lebongarcon3390 Definitely master algebra, trigonometry, and calculus. I didn't even really have them mastered until I entered university. In fact, I started at a midrange algebra class and steadily worked my way up. Once your mathematics is super strong, you're ready to tackle physics, usually starting with the University Physics I/II for a year -- this basically throws you into the pit with all the fundamental physics concepts that you'll be working with as a physicist. From there you just take the upper division physics courses (and labs) which are all taught by actual physicists.
It all sounds a lot scarier than it actually is. Just stay focused in your studies, have faith in your own abilities to understand any and all concepts, and dont give up. Learning how to deconstruct things analytically and mathematically are tremendous skills to have at your disposal and I don't think you could learn them better outside of physics.
In terms of high school, pay attention and go above and beyond in all of your science courses. Particularly, take physics and chemistry and put most of your efforts into mastering them (as well as mathematics) while you are in high school. With the mastery mindset in place from here onwards, you'll be able to tackle physics no problem once you get into university.
Hope this helps.
@@ChristAliveForevermore thanks
Why did you wait until you are about to graduate to start job hunting. This process should begin as soon as you declare your major. Also how are you specialized with a BS physics degree? It is a broad field. Majoring in nuclear engineering is specialized and will limit your options.
Also congrats on being officially a physicist. I also am going to major in physics. Majoring in engineering currently but not what I am looking for. There are never answers to "why".
You have helped me like physics again thanks it was especially good for my MCAT
I've a friend who hate physics(seriously!). Why this happen? Why many people are not interested in pure science field when humans have a natural hunger to discover, explore....? Only one reason; Children are forced to mug up some textbook science, solving some multiple choice questions written by somebody years ago, in the process don't get the real concept and how to apply in real life problems, but most importantly, he lose the interest and the natural 'curiosity'. Family prefers high salary jobs. Along with this, there is less support for higher studies in pure science from the government. But I wonder why the government itself degrade science when it is the backbone of engineering?
@Sashank Sriram Of course, why I am saying this that he was somehow interested till high school, then he lost it as I know him from childhood. But I am still trying to keep the love in science alive apart from academic stress, here to proceed towards in science field is difficult.
To believe in pure science is to believe in its long term benefits (i.e. what practical application does elementary particle physics have outside of physics?). That is hard for government to see when there are people starving for food or to make a living, dying from diseases, and other immediate needs.
@@mohammedsalmanali01 Mugging up as well as updation of course material. The science curriculum is the same as what our parents studied about 20 to 30 years ago. Technological advances change the game in the real world and central boards don't catch on.
Yea bro what you said very true
MOHAMMED SALMAN ALI without diversity we wouldn’t have a functioning society
Thanks so much for this!! It was really interesting to hear the perspective of a physics lecturer.
this is awesome! definitely relieves my undergrad worries 😊
When I started grad school, there were 12 of us. Years after we graduated, none of us 12 are working in anything remotely related to physics. But I agree, that training in physics make me a better analytic person than I would be if I graduated from other disciplines. But the foundation of math knowledge acquired through the program (undergrad & grad) is immense. It opens up more job opportunities than most other degree. I also agree with doing a lot electives but that is more to do with my interest. But man, I did so many economics and math undergrad classes that I think I could have got a minor degree in those fields.
Lucky you have that choice, in the U.K. physics degrees are 90% physics, 5% computing/engineering related and 5% other. I’m just saying it’s nice to have some breadth especially when the physics and maths modules are so difficult
Love this content. Learning has the same underlying structure whatever field you are in (Im in sociology)
John debs looks strikingly indian but his accent and name suggest otherwise
MG2 His ethnicity might be Indian, or middle eastern but I’m going to make the guess that he was not born or raised on either India or the Middle East.
What are you talking about? He's an Aussie👍
Simon's FPV By nationality, yes, but he isn’t a native Aussie. Neither the white girl.
Yeah he’s most probably a second or third generation south Asian (Indian, Bengali, etc)
@@teentalex "native Aussie" lol wat
Great work Toby! Really helped me clear my head about choosing between engineering or physics major!
In my opinion, mathematics is the best major to start with for those who like to study physics. After studying the first year in my physics degree I realized that it would have been a better choice if I had done a degree in mathematics instead and delayed the physics stuff to the masters level where one could easily specialize in mathematical (or theoretical) physics, the very branch which I was interested in. Anyway, now after having received the physics degree, I'm, once again, considering going back to mathematics to do a masters degree in it, because I believe it somehow is going to equip me with the tools required to specialize (either )in mathematical physics (or financial mathematics), or just stick to the physics-related mathematics at the doctoral level.
Would you recommend pure math or applied math?
What if it's just physics?
I want to train myself to be better at it, I want to get in a uni which is good at teaching physics
I don't care about jobs, I just want to know more about the universe
Thanks so much for making this video I was super worried about the career opportunities with a physics major and this helped a huge amount!!
Which job have you got into now?
Life is Chemistry in a Physics environment and it's Engineered Mathematically to provide the safest cycles of sustainability, "Everything is Connected". Physics Research in conjunction with Mathematics for interest, Engineering etc for sustainability and all the rest makes it worthwhile. It's not simple or easy if you are a participant.
I actually aspire to be a trauma surgeon (I'm in high school now, and get good grades, so don't worry) but I want to major in physics for my undergrad. Many choose biology for 'pre - med,' but I want to stand out a bit on my resume.
I had a friend in college who earned both a B.S. and M.S. in physics, then went onto to earn a masters in electrical engineering and went on to have a great career. Great video!
Regrading the masters in electrical engineering, was that an extra year or another full 5 years or so worth of electrical engineering?
@@NormanWasHere452 He went part time in the evenings, and I think it took him 3 years. But, with his physics education, he had a strong base in math and physics to absorb the material.
Being a physicist is my dream career. Unfortunately, I'm at a 5th-grade math level and I just don't have that "scientific mind".
math is just a skill. with enough patience and consistency one can learn a lot. try to get used to mathematics if you feel not good at it. honestly understanding math seems synonyms to being familiar with mathematical ideas.
You might try coding. Get into physics engines. Follow walkthroughs. If you do it slow enough, everything can be done at a 5th grade level. Stephen Wolfram of WolframApha took the same approach.
Physics puts meat on the mathematical skeleton.
Simon's FPV that's not the best analogy in my opinion
It depends how you interpret it i suppose, i'm into pure maths, so a little bias :). The applied maths in physics is incredible and very meaty yes but the abstract parts of pure can be debated as equally 'juicy' haha
That analogy likens maths to being a tool for applications, when maths in itself can be very interesting and abstract, not merely providing a 'skeleton' for applicative purposes.
Chimp_APE, the skeleton is the fundamental underlying structure that allows all else to exist upon it, mathematics is not only a language, but the actual structure of information and the way in which all else comes forth. I am sorry if I somehow trivialised mathematics.
Simon's FPV mathematics can be a skeleton for its own internal beauty ! :)
Great stuff. I think John made the comment "math is the language of science" which is an essential point. Thanks also for mentioning that you both have used online resources to improve your understanding. Some of those I hadn't heard of before.
What a great video. As a college student trying to figure out their major this really helped
I am 15 years old. I am really passionate about Physics as well as Computer Science. I have been coding since I was 9 and have explored and learnt a multitude of technologies and languages (C# and Unity, Java, C++ and OpenGL and C and Artificial Neural Networks (trying to understand the calculus since I haven‘t covered it in school yet xD)). So far I always thought I would go for Computer Science and get a decent job as a programmer. Recently I began to dive into the world of physics. Relativity, Quantum Physics and abstract physics concept really fascinate me. My parents think I‘d be better off with computer science but they‘d support me whatever I do. I know physics isn‘t really quite up there with computer science when it comes to salary and overall employment . I am really not sure what to do. Should I go for computer science and ditch physics? Considering I‘d think I have a solid foundation for computer science, should I maybe just do Physics? Would you or anyone have any advice for me? I know I still have a bit of time :D (doing IB or the German Abitur in 2 years)
i am physcist living in austria, i would advice you not to do physics instead take computer science with electronics or electrical engineering, you will have enough physics in these courses
Thinking about majoring in Pure Math and Physics
My Ph.D. is from a science department. After graduation I had a 2 year post-doc working for a professor who had NASA contracts and grants. After that I taught at a university for 2 years for very little money, and I couldn't seem to win any research grants. So I found a job in aerospace, leveraging my post-doc research on NASA projects to get myself in the door. My work assignments are always in "New Business," meaning I do research and development for my company as we try to develop solutions to win new NASA contracts. Although I can advance in the company as a technical expert (and earn more $ as I advance) I will never be a manager. I'm considered a problem-solver-for-hire only. Really, aerospace companies prefer those with one of the undergraduate engineering degrees, coupled with an MBA
Would you recommend a Physics degree to anyone?
@@AnchalaPatel The "New Business" departments of industry are interested in problem solvers. A friend who earned a Ph.D. in astronomy is now making a lot of money as a video game designer. A co-worker of mine has no university training at all, but he holds over 60 patents as a self-trained engineer. Another friend, with a degree in mathematics, has been modeling incoming missile trajectories for military anti-missile systems.
THANKS FOR THE INFO TIBEES!!
this was amazing, thank you
Hey Tibees,thank you for this video. I'm currently deciding what to study in uni,and it gives me hope that a physicist can become an engineer. Have a great New Year!
"Think about what you want to do, not what you want to be." - Tibees, 2018
Not in capitalism era
your smiles are so bright, they literally emit light.
Physics is a evergreen subject..as physicist one can do anything from rocketry to computer science, materials to mechanical engineering..
But the thing is it's not specialized in those fields. Companies would prefer computer science majors for computer science jobs and mechanical engineering majors for mechanical engineering jobs. Of course it's possible to enter those fields with a physics degree but it's a little easier when you already have a more specialized degree in that field
Hey! can you try JEE (Advanced) exam for your unboxing exams series? It would be really interesting, Thanks :D
Saala 🤨🤨
He made a great point about practicing more will develop a better understanding. Many alienate the process of understanding a subject and automatically judge the result for example, a grade or answer. "It is the journey that is important (to understanding), not the destination(answer)." Answers do not mean anything, unless understanding can be obtained.
just an update for ppl: Do not go into physics these days unless you plan on going into a PhD program. the degree is pretty much worthless career wise because the market is shifting away from hiring physics majors for engineer positions. You can get away with it if you do enough undergraduate research in specialized areas but at that point you might as well apply for grad school bc youre hyper limiting your area of experience. That being said, a physics program should not be applied to if the program does not teach you how to program.
Thank you for these videos! They are so helpful!
I like physics as a tool to apply to project design more than a main subject in itself. Especially new materials and craft for weapons development. 🛸 I think it’s essential for understanding the universe objectively. I suppose I fall into the design/ engineering category.
Brilliant discussion! Thank you!!
My university called their Engineering courses Applied Science. I became an engineer rather than a physics because I thought that it would be easier to find a job, was more stable, and better paid. But I tell my grandchildren that when I grow up I want to be a physicist. I remember looking at an orbital model of the hydrogen atom and starting to work out what I later found out was Schrodinger’s equation. I then realized the orbital model was wrong and the electron, proton, and the associated electromagnetic field needed a better model. Physics is intriguing because it is about finding better fundamental models.
Physics is the king of sciences! That being said, no one should feel bad if they are not into basic sciences. Do whatever you want and may you feel happy with whatever you do. But hey.....Physics is the most interesting science there is. Good video.
In order to excel at physics you need strong attention to detail and be an effective problem solver. If you look at any job description, those skills ALWAYS pop up. You may not work in something that is directly tied to physics, but if it pays the bills and you're not miserable doing it, who cares?
Two very fluent conversationalists is pleasing to listen to. You come over very well visually in casual style Toby.
I am about to graduate from physics I do not know what to do with my life... :C
Most of don't know what we want to do with our lives. You're not alone.
good insights. Kudos to you and John for sharing the insights.
Plenty of good advice in this video. Congrats Toby, you nailed it again.
This video was very helpful, I been very confused. I knew I like physics but I was not sure if I will certainly understand it(the math part of it). But that is the beauty of it, understand physics and using math. P.S. Philosophy is also something I like.
Same
Don't mind me ,i'm just a bio major passing through the comments 😙
The real question is: Is any major other than physics actually worth doing?
LOL
Engineering, CS, Pre-Med, and Economics
_"Is any major other than physics actually worth doing?"_
No.
In the real world, assuming almost everyone wants to work in industry, your major "doesn't matter". The job skills you learn will be in the job. Your major shows an employer if you are a quick learner and a hard worker. More important are your projects, research, etc. This shows your drive, discipline, and passion to your potential employer. For those who just "want to make it", like most computer science majors, you WILL get exposed. A passionate person within the field they have chosen will work 100 hundred times harder than the person who just wants a paycheck. That is fine, but you will work for the people who are driven, and passionate about there field. Either be it in science, medicine, engineering, technology, etc.
software engineer. 9000$ per month. was 100% worth it
Did he say "cold atoms"? I thought temperature is a macroscopic unit and therefore can only be defined for about 10^22 or more atoms.
late answer and I have limited knowledge on the subject, but as far as I know, when working in Quantum Physics, the environment in which atoms are being experimented with has to be very isolated and cold so it is not affected by the outside. If I recall correctly, any outside interaction, even a photon touching the system, ruins superpositions. So he probably meant something like that. It's a really interesting topic! I'm not good at presenting it, but I know all these things from quantum physics videos on RUclips (Neil deGrasse Tyson in particular I found very enjoyable), I definitely recommend them to you if you like physics.
How to get a job: Interview well and have a wealth of transferable skills. Employability isn't "what you current know," it's more about whether you can figure stuff out while on the job. A lot of education doesn't emphasize this, they instead emphasize learning a bunch of stuff, instead of focusing on the skill of figuring out stuff in novel situations.
Well said
Haha I go to anu too, so weird seeing a local youtuber. Good stuff though, keep it up!
This is an old video, but in the comments section it seems people want to do too much. Dual degrees, three minors, etc. WTF, just get the degree you want and if you're interested in an extracurricular activity learn about it online. Most jobs want you to have a degree and work experience. Now, the best way to get a job without work experience is to go to your campus job fair and talk to the recruiters directly and ask for advice on if your resume looks good or if there is anything that you should add to it. Most of them know you won't have experience and is okay with it since you are a student.
There are also resources (at least with my school) in practicing interview questions with a career councilor. Technical interviews can be looked at on Glassdoor and you can look at resources to practice those questions if needed. That's it, my motto in life is to not take on more than you can chew. The more you take on, the more drama or work you will have to deal with. Don't do that to yourself. Take the path of least resistance.
Loved this. I have a friend with a physics BS, Theology MA, and PhD in Logic who joined the Navy and has had a terrific career in the FBI as a special agent (that is federal law enforcement in the US). Guess which discipline he is called to use on most? Not Logic! Physics! I have another who had his BA in Theology who ended up in the same place. Your education does not define your career path, you do. It does open doors.
I'd like to ask that quantum Phd guy whom she is talking with what causes the speed of light.
Its really nice of you for uploading such videos. 🙂
It is very interesting that you talk about trying to see what you like outside of physics. I have thought about this a lot, and I really love physics but I also love Social Work and everything that has to do with helping other people. I am not sure what to do with this two passions, since a lot of people comment on how different they are. I am not sure how to combine them.
You can try to be a science communicator and educate the public how important scientists are to our modern day of life, or something g similar. Remember your major is not the end of the road, you are just getting started. I am too pursuing a physics degree.Good luck!
A lot of physicists end up in software development.
because software engineer has a lot more $
Ahmed AlShalchi hahaha it’s true
Ahmed AlShalchi the “digital revolution” is the reason we’re making so many advances in all kinds of fields that were never imaginable. I don’t understand the negative view people have towards progress
How? Programming is hardly part of the curriculum. Electrical engineers and CS majors end up in software development.
@@ahmedalshalchi Your argument has no substance.
Ahhh JD. He was my lecturer for my foundational physics class last year - such a great teacher!
Thoughtful questions posed by Toby. At the very least Toby on form in this Video.
Really helpful video!! I was wondering if I did make a right choice about doing physics at undergraduate level and now i feel confident about what I can do in future!
Loved his explainations. I noticed you stated that you're also a maths major, would you recommend that dual major/degree path? Do you think it opens up your oppertunities in the engineering realm of focuses more prospective job oppertunities in the realm of data science and computer science?
Yes. The idea is that you should get yourself to the point where you can actually do the job. A physics degree alone may not be enough, and it depends on what you took as a part of your physics degree. I took elective courses in plasma physics, atomic structure and acoustics, but did not take any electronics course, which I later find as a graduate student teaching it how useful that would have been for industry. In my opinion, one important skillset for the workforce that physics students typically don't learn is business.
I've found that there are no jobs out there that I'd actually be interested in over the course of a career, so I just try to get one that has a nice balance of pay and hours so I can maintain a series of hobbies.
Please stop posting at this hour, I have to wake up for work in 5 hours and now I have to watch this.
You can watch it whenever you're free lol
It is a sunday. Liar
@@echelonstreak110 lmao
@@echelonstreak110 but you do realise that people do work on Sunday too right?
@@echelonstreak110 in the middle east most of us work on sunday, sunday is the first day of the week here, our weekends are Fridays and Saturdays.
He looks very brilliant, agile, and Sharpe and practical as well.
Tibees your videos are really really helpful.thank you soo much👍🏻😄
got an B+ on both Physic 1 and 2 but got an C in Physic 3 because motion and light
Girl, I would not say you save my life but my mind.
One of the best videos I ever watched ❤ 🙌
Most physics majors end up in the computer science industry. Some do finance, project management and allied electronics industry like industrial scientist in healthcare.
5:15 I always thought it is only in india that parents(most of the time) push their children to go for engineering !
I was fascinated to physics in 10+2...but at last my parents pushed me to take engg ( though I became somewhat insecure about my career that time) .... Now I'm an engineer and doing masters at IIT... !
Are you happy though?
What is a.i. doing to physics jobs?
I'm not talking about the jobs for the top 1% of physics grads. They will always be in demand. But the jobs that the bottom 80% get.
If you remove the fact that interesting part
Physics is pretty much a scam. Especially theoretical physics. Depending on your institute where you study and some other factors.
The field is hyper saturated like gaming, photography, you are either king or peasant in physics.
Can you do a video on how western and asain countries teach and view physics maths in different ways from each other.
This is good material for HSC students who haven't made up their mind on what to take.
Maybe a Materials Science would be a career path that benefits from a physics degree.
Just learn how to differentiate...and everything will be smooth
That is why you get a double major in engineering physics and computer science
Bernhard Riemann I thought you had 10 PhDs lmao
Very nicely done thank you so much
Agreed! Do a higher level Maths at least proof based Calculus before giving up on Physics.
physics and music. we still can’t duplicate a Strad
2nd year classical physics just seems like way to much information to digest, why is it necessary to put so much information into ones mind, is it even humanly possible.
I'm currently doing electromagnetism and modern physics and find I can understand the content but really struggle actually applying the knowledge to problems. I like maths because you can just keep doing problems and eventually learn how to do them but I'm not finding I can do that with physics because it's about knowing how to apply the maths is what I struggle with.
Thanks!
Would a degree in astrophysics change an employers view on employability compared to a physics degree?
ofc it would everything would but i would guess the astrophisics would have heavier impact
Someone answer this pls. I want to know if it's worth going to university for astrophysics
No because, it’s useless outside of that field. Same with fields like Material science or actuarial science.
Astrophysics degree would only get you astrophysics career related jobs after grad but physics degree is like a giant umbrella that allows u to still do astrophysics post-grad or to go into the workforce to do finance or engineering
@@astromaniac360 I would suggest doing physics instead, and do some courses in astronomy because you can always branch off into astrophysics later on. But you usually can't go the other way around.
Lol I have to take linear algebra this coming semester and I expect to be relying heavily on 3blue1brown
And Gilbert Strang @ MIT.
would you recommend applied math or physics?
John Barrett isn’t physics applied math???
@@captinemma9732 Pretty sure that applied maths is much more general and physics is one of applied maths
is physics fun ? Physics is life. go for BSc Hons Physics
I like how we all decided to watch this video cuz we wonder if we made the right choice. 😂
I think there are some disciplines that I believe humanity must study and advance for our overall physical well being - Physics being absolutely one of them.
But the issue arises when speculation comes into play on what is deemed profitable disciplines.
And those change all too often, chasing after somebody else's dream.
The government also has a big part of the blame as well since they themselves divide the yearly budgets without fair distribution - which further leaves much room for manipulation and waste.
Nice video Toby, and cool shirt, Snow Patrol✊
When you get a job, the company will retrain you to do what they want. All you've done in school is to demonstrate you can comprehend and learn.
That's wishful thinking.
A phd in physics vs a phd in engineering?
Which has more value ??
Please tell me . Am really confused.
From what I've I heard doing PhD in engineering isn't as important as it would be for physics. On physics a PhD gives you a larger chance of getting a research position in a lab, whereas for engineering a masters +work experience is far more useful than a phd
supplement your degree.
My cousin did Bachelor's in Physics. After that he got MBA and now he is working in Goldman Sachs.
Totally on point, currently doing my PhD in Physics and has no trouble finding jobs in the interim.
Not based on physics at all, but having the best degree possible (fight me) is a display of ability.
Why are physicist often so arrogant and ignorant?
@Bernhard Riemann
Neural correlates of certain mathematician's hubris.
@@fto5935 lol what? Me and my friends are just science nerds who love to learn. I am a very humble guy and most of my classmates are nice/funny. Do you even know what ignorant means? Because that applies to the general public.
@@alexv5581
Of course not every physicist. But I experienced it to be more prevalent amongst them compared to other natural scientists. The ignorance refers to their lack of knowledge of other fields and the assumption that physics is somehow superior.
+F To
From my experience the degree of arrogance increases the more abstract the field of science is. SO basically Bio -> Chem -> Phys -> Math
Basically it's more abstract, encompasses all the applied stuff anyway, requires more intelligence, will have more impact down the line and will make the less abstract stuff obsolete once we can explain everything with my field. etc.. These are the arguments I heard so far.