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How do you get your first research experience?
Here are five common avenues for undergraduates engaging in research.
- Volunteer to work with a faculty member on one of his or her research projects.
- Complete a student research program for a notation on your transcript but not academic credit.
- Take independent psychology research for academic credit.
Can a BSc student do PhD?
Yes of course. You can persue PhD right after the BSc degree. But one has to be extremely good at basics of the undergraduate syllabus. He/She must have read the standard books written by well known authors.
Where can I find summer research opportunities for physics majors?
A great place to search from among many different kinds of summer research opportunities is the SPS Jobs site. You may also be interested in research opportunities at your school in disciplines related to physics that pique your interest, such as biology, chemistry, geology, mathematics, engineering, and beyond.
What should I do with my physics major?
You may also be interested in research opportunities at your school in disciplines related to physics that pique your interest, such as biology, chemistry, geology, mathematics, engineering, and beyond. Society’s problems are seldom confined to one field.
What are Research Experiences for undergraduates?
The Research Experiences for Undergraduates program, funded by the National Science Foundation, provides summer research opportunities. National laboratories, private sector companies, and nonprofit organizations such as the Society of Physics Students offer research experiences as well.
Why do you want to be a physicist?
As a physicist you can bring a unique skill set to research groups in other fields, from which you will undoubtedly gain both content knowledge and skills that can help you function in an interdisciplinary setting. How many positions should you apply for? Identifying at least six is a good start.