Should I get a Physics degree?

Mimic

I am wondering if a physics degree is even worth it?(I am saying this because I have seen people say it's like a gamble in terms of actually getting a job. But this was nearly 5 or so years ago.) I do like physics, but if I end up having to do a job which I am not too fond of, or something of the sort then I am not sure. I am also willing to get a masters or a PhD, if there are jobs available to me. So I would like to know what are my options if I do get a degree in physics.

dudara

IMO (and I hold a B.Sc. & Ph.D.) Physics is a subject you study because you have an interest in it. It's not particularly a subject that you study to lead to a career.

I no longer work in Physics, or indeed the Sciences or teaching. But I do have a good career.

If I look at my class and outsde of those who stayed researching, there are some teaching at secondary school level, there are people involved in computer games design, finance, risk management, consulting and scientific instrumentation. The potential is endless once you have a good degree behind you.

2forjoy

The subject is dropped in some schools due to lack of pupils interested .

SOL

If you are interested in Physics then definitely, there are loads of paths that it will open up to you. Is it better or worse than another degree? Some yes, but mostly it depends on what you are interested in.

c montgomery

3 friends of mine did physics degrees about 15 years ago, all now work in automation with salaries ranging from 75-140 k plus bonus
Theirs loads of possibilities with physics