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Can you double major with physics?
In our physics program, students can easily obtain a Minor or dual Major in Applied Mathematics with a B.S. Physics. For students who complete a double major with physics, the department will waive the required physics electives.
Can you do computer science with a physics degree?
Graduates of these degrees are well placed to follow careers in a diverse range of areas, from physics research to computing and data science.
Do I need to take physics for Computer Science?
Physics isn’t essential for computer scientists because as far as i know only one field requires it and that is Computer Graphics (and that requires only a few principles of Physics) . Other than that , you won’t need Physics nowhere in your life as a computer scientist.
Is it worth it to double major in physics and Computer Science?
I am a physics undergraduate, currently in my junior year. Double majoring in physics and computer science is hard, but it definitely has it’s benefits. One of the biggest benefits is that after graduating, you will have MANY doors open for you as to where you could work.
Can You double major in physics and math at Caltech?
I double majored in Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics as a Caltech undergrad. It took special committee approval to allow it, since they prefer to see double majors like “English + Astronomy” or other pairs where there is little course overlap.
Is it worth it to double major in music?
When you are an undergraduate you have a wonderful opportunity to be exposed to a very wide range of disciplines. You can study literature, world events, languages, music, art, poetry The only true value in such a double major is in impressing your friends. If you want to study music seriously, then you probably need to double major.
What are the benefits of having a 2nd major?
The benefits for having the second major are pretty marginal. It’s a feather in your cap. It doesn’t make you a mathematician. It could matter at the margins if you choose to enter the private sector by showing additional breadth and devotion to studies.