<p>hey guys , I was wondering if a person with B.S. in physics/chem can go for a master in engineering .. and if so how long will it take and will it have disadvantage on the person's internships and job experience ?
Thanks!!</p>
<p>This question has been discussed many times previously on CC. Search this site and you will find many worthwhile opinions and good information. Also try searching “3/2 engineering” programs.</p>
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<p>Yes, but it will be more difficult to get into a program. You’ll either need absolutely outstanding credentials (top GRE score, Calc + Diff EQ with excellent grades, etc), you’ll need a strong work history, or you’ll need to look at lower tier schools than what your GRE + GPA would otherwise suggest.</p>
<p>As far as internship work, it will make it more difficult if you go directly BS->MS. Most people I see take the path: BS Science -> work as a scientist in a large company -> MS engineering -> work as an engineer in the same field as their science experience. The work experience between the BS and MS allows them to build up credentials to apply to an MS engineering program and allow them to market themselves as an industry expert for internships and full-time employment. </p>
<p>The industry expert is important because it gives you an advantage. BS Chemistry + MS Chemical Engineering + 3 years working at Exxon as a chemist makes you very attractive to oil and gas companies. Even though that work experience isn’t as an engineer, you have experience working in the oil industry, which is important. In addition, most companies will pay for your MS if you follow that path and earn the degree at night.</p>
<p>Are you still in school? Try to work in your research lab as an undergrad research assistant during academic years. Engineering and Science are pretty similar when it comes to research.</p>
<p>I am a senior at high school right now … im choosing between state schools that have engineering and LAS that dont have engineering … the LAS schools offer me a good scholarship therefore i am wondering how going to LAS school and B.S. in chem or physics first will affect my long term career… I am interested in studying chemical engineering^^</p>
<p>Go to the state school with an engineering program. No only will you start your career much earlier, but you can intern and co-op while in school to greatly offset the cost of the education.</p>