Can I study both physics and computer science?
Though Computer Science and Physics are offered separately, the joint degree provides an enriching experience of complementary academic fields.
What can you do with computer science and physics?
Sample Career Options
- account manager.
- biophysicist.
- business analyst.
- computational physicist.
- geophysicist.
- health equipment designer.
- industrial hygienist.
- informatics specialist.
Is physics important for coding?
Physics as a subject is not important for programming. You don’t have to know Physics to be a programmer. But if you are already a Physicist who wants to become a programmer, then the soft skills you learn as a Physicist would be very useful.
Should I major in physics or computer science for CS?
The argument that studying physics forces you to learn math, which will be beneficial to CS/software engineering is just too indirect. If you think math is helpful, you major in math directly. If you are curious how math can be applied in CS, then directly study how math can be applied in CS.
Is it worth it to study physics?
Studying physics is a lot like studying english. It’s one of those degrees that isn’t immediately useful unless you think a little harder about it. This is a deterrent for a lot of people who just want to get through college so they can get a nice job.
Is it possible to get a physics degree without knowing mathematics?
There is also no way to get a physics degree without understanding mathematics. The methods you learn will be very useful to you in a mathematical field like CS, should you choose to pay attention to those areas.
Is it possible to dumb down a quantum mechanics class?
It’s not possible to dumb down a quantum mechanics class and still learn it because everyone uses the same books, and physics professors will be the last to leave out material in that way (the number of jobs in academic physics is small, so even at low-ranked institutions you will find very good people).