<p>Hey
well i am plannign to do my masters in engineering but im not sure which line yet. for my unergrad im not sure wether to persue engineering degree or a degree in applied physics. I've gotten into the university of toronto (for applied physics) and the university of miami 24k scholarship (for engineering - undeclared). i know an engineering degree for undergraduate would make more sense since i plan on doing my masters in engineering but im leaning towards the bachelors of science degree, because there seems to be a less restrictive curriculum and i want to take a few diferent courses (learn a new language) study aborad etc. and i think there would be less of an oppertunity to do that with a Bachelors of engineering degree. I am a pretty good student and should keep a good gpa,
what would be the best route for a top 10 graduate school
any advice or views or personal experience would help a lot </p>
<p>thanks a lot</p>
<p>bump anyone
im really confused so any help would be appreciated</p>
<p>Seems like either route would be ok to take so it really might come down to which school you prefer, financial, etc. Applied Physics is typically very interdisciplinary and will include several engineering courses so it is no better or worse preparation for pursuing a Masters in Engineering. Have you looked at the Applied Physics program at U of Miami?</p>
<p>Also I would not rule out engineering at Miami because of your desire to study abroad. From their eng'g webpage:</p>
<p>STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS
The College of Engineering encourages its students to take advantage of one of the University of Miami’s numerous study abroad options in Latin America, Europe, Asia, Australia and the Middle East. Of particular interest to Engineering students are the following: internships (unpaid and paid) in Spain, England, France, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, and Australia in which professional work experience is carried out abroad; course work at Engineering schools abroad for a semester or an academic year; summer programs in intensive Language instruction, Humanities and Social Sciences abroad. The cost of attending these programs is equivalent to University of Miami tuition and fees. Almost all University of Miami financial aid is granted. With prior approval and detailed curriculum advice, courses taken abroad will apply towards graduation.</p>
<p>I have an Engineering Physics degree and think it's the best way to prepare for any technical field, in that it's mathematically rigorous and covers a broad field. But I'd look at potential grad schools to see how they'd accept the Applied Physics degree into say EE or ME programs. Some programs simply expect the undergrad degree to be in the same field. Good luck!</p>
<p>Hey thanks for the replys
I am an international student and i have freinds in toronto so thats why i would like to go there
and i wanted to know if there was much of a difference between Engineering Physics and Applied Physics or is it the same thing</p>