What careers are there for Physics majors?
A. A major in Physics is a very solid foundation for many career choices, including teaching. The type of degree earned (BS, MS, or PhD) also plays a role in career choices. For example, a BS degree is necessary for teaching physics or science in a high school, but a PhD is required for teaching at a university. Many physicists work in fields that are directly related to physics (almost any engineering discipline, mathematics, materials science, and astronomy). Physicists may also be found working in medicine, law (especially patent law), the military, power plants, and in both research and management positions in private industry and in the government. A person trained in physics develops skills that make him or her a valuable employee in many settings.
