Physicist
Studies matter, energy and the physical laws that govern them.
What this career is
Physics investigates the fundamental behaviour of the physical world, through theory, experiment or computation, in academic and national research institutions.
- Typical education pathway
- B.Sc. in Physics, then M.Sc. and commonly a Ph.D.
What professionals typically do
- Formulate and test physical models
- Design and run experiments or simulations
- Analyse results mathematically
- Publish and present findings
Typical education pathways
- Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, then B.Sc. Physics or integrated M.Sc.
- M.Sc. Physics, commonly through entrance examinations such as JAM
- Ph.D. for research careers
Important skills
Mathematics · Experimental method · Modelling · Analytical reasoning
Suitable student interests
Mathematics · Understanding how things work · Research
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