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Nuclear/Quantum Physics phd vs nuclear engineering phd?
I wish to obtain a PHD in one of these fields....
as of now im stuck between nuclear and quantum.... leaning towards quantum...
i was wondering which is a better career choice to pick? i dont want to have a paper weight degree
money isnt a issue i have the GI bill
1 Answer
- eriLv 79 years agoFavorite Answer
A PhD in any of those programs pays YOU to get the degree through tuition waivers and stipends, in return for you working for them while doing the PhD (teaching and/or research). What do you want to do with the degree? Quantum mechanics isn't all that practical; I know it sounds really impressive, but most of that research is done at colleges and universities, and those jobs are the hardest to get and pay the least. If you want a job that pays well, you're much better off in applied physics or engineering.
Source(s): PhD in physics