Good morning.
My name is Adeshina Waliyu, a 100 level student(lautech ogbomosho). There is a matter I have been worrying about, due to fear, I have fall in love with my phone searching for info about the issue. And nairaland is one of the site that I always tend to, to know about what I don't know because I believe there are many talented people and experienced people that can put me through.

I have read many topics on this nairaland that relate to the issue that's bothering me yet I still feel like I haven't see what I need. May be it's because most of the topic I read were posted like 4 to 5 years ago, sorry to say I feel like Nigeria then is different from today's Nigeria.

The issue that is bothering me, that makes me need the counsel or advice of people is about the course I was given.
I's a pre degree student 2015/2016, I chose Civil Engineering but unfortunately I scored 255 in Pre degree and 245 in jamb, so I was given Pure and Applied Physics.
Though at that time I was discouraged but later I got over it (Since physics is my best subject). Then I decided to study physics but getting to 100 level, what am hearing from people around me and my brothers is that I should change my course.. What they are telling me is that physics is among the best course in the world
but not here in Nigeria. They said it's better to cross to Engineering.
Though am just a 19 year old boy but I think it's better to start thinking about my future......
So I have been in a dilemma since because my decision will have Great impact to my future.
I can't make a rash decision. That's why I decided to hear from people that will tell me what I don't know.
Please is it true that the hope for science student especially physics graduates in time of job in this Nigeria is not much . I know life is unpredictable and we should follow our instinct. But it is better to know more.
I will be very grateful if you can spare some of your time to give your opinion..

Physics Teacher, waec/jamb tutor.
Or better still, advance nd be a physics lecturer.
Our country doesn't encourage scientific research

Your only hope is to be hopeful that bubu leaves office before your graduation, else, me I no know oo

dnoable08:
Physics Teacher, waec/jamb tutor. Or better still, advance nd be a physics lecturer. Our country doesn't encourage scientific research

Thanks

Set up a small business to fund your research, invent something we need. Make nigeria see we are not lazy and dont depend on anyone or company

My brother studied physics and astronomy, now he teaches in a private school in Lagos ...yeye country

science student now, {kosewe kosegbo} continued to miss chemical for guys in street bcus for now APC no gv employment

With physics you must have a focus in terms of your specialisation and its economic importance.

Those graduates that are caught out never looked ahead whilst they were undergraduates.

Physics usually would encompass - electronics, geophysics, astronomy, meteorology etc.
You must know your specialisation inside out.

In the modern world, regardless of your interests, you must take programming and scripting as additional skills - C++, Java, Python, BASH, MATLAB etc.
E.g. C++, BASH and MATLAB.

You cannot escape it. The earlier you start the better for you.

No food for lazy man and you must obsess over your future.

You would lose friends along the way. You would lose them when you are pauperized in any case.

Be focused.

Don't let anybody tell you otherwise.

rusher14:
With physics you must have a focus in terms of your specialisation and its economic importance.

Those graduates that are caught out never looked ahead whilst they were undergraduates.

Physics usually would encompass - electronics, geophysics, astronomy, meteorology etc.
You must know your specialisation inside out.

In the modern world, regardless of your interests, you must take programming and scripting as additional skills - C++, Java, Python, BASH, MATLAB etc.
E.g. C++, BASH and MATLAB.

You cannot escape it. The earlier you start the better for you.

No food for lazy man and you must obsess over your future.

You would lose friends along the way. You would lose them when you are pauperized in any case.

Be focused.

Don't let anybody tell you otherwise.

I appreciate that

Please be more serious with your Physics and make sure you finish with a high cgpa that is above 4 point. The job prospects are Lecturing, Researcher and so many scholarships to further your MSc in US/canada/ etc

Yemight474:
Good morning.
My name is Adeshina Waliyu, a 100 level student(Lautech ogbomosho). There is a matter I have been worrying about, due to fear, I have fall in love with my phone searching for info about the issue. And nairaland is one of the site that I always tend to, to know about what I don't know because I believe there are many talented people and experienced people that can put me through.

I have read many topics on this nairaland that relate to the issue that's bothering me yet I still feel like I haven't see what I need. May be it's because most of the topic I read were posted like 4 to 5 years ago, sorry to say I feel like Nigeria then is different from today's Nigeria.

The issue that is bothering me, that makes me need the counsel or advice of people is about the course I was given.
I's a pre degree student 2015/2016, I chose Civil Engineering but unfortunately I scored 255 in Pre degree and 245 in jamb, so I was given Pure and Applied Physics.
Though at that time I was discouraged but later I got over it (Since physics is my best subject). Then I decided to study physics but getting to 100 level, what am hearing from people around me and my brothers is that I should change my course.. What they are telling me is that physics is among the best course in the world
but not here in Nigeria. They said it's better to cross to Engineering.

Though am just a 19 year old boy but I think it's better to start thinking about my future......
So I have been in a dilemma since because my decision will have Great impact to my future.
I can't make a rash decision. That's why I decided to hear from people that will tell me what I don't know.

Please is it true that the hope for science student especially physics graduates in time of job in this Nigeria is not much . I know life is unpredictable and we should follow our instinct. But it is better to know more.
I will be very grateful if you can spare some of your time to give your opinion..

My problem is with your school not even the course. Hopefully, they don't go on strike and you miss out on job openings not because you are not qualified, but due to your age.

There's nothing wrong with studying physics, trust me, you can be anything you desire to be. Just have an open mindset and don't restrict yourself to few industries like the fellow who has a CGPA of 4.46 in mathematics and telling me he does not like bank jobs.

Learn hard core programming skills. Your discipline will make you very analytical, so you have an advantage there. The best jobs are usually analytical and require persons with good numerical skills.

If you aspire to study abroad, now is the time to develop your CGPA. When you are done, put in for the GRE. A folk like you should not score less than 160 in the quant section, at least I don't expect such.

Most importantly, make a very good grade. Preferably a first class. This cannot be overemphasised further. Don't tell me you cannot oh. Year one is the best time to make it possible.

P.S. Don't cross to engineering. Unless specified, there's no role or position that an engineer can apply for that a physicist cannot. Besides, age ain't on your side. I don't advise folks your age to study anything engineering related in a public university.

Employment strategy for a physics graduate

How to make a first class in Nigerian universities

Mistakes that can cost you a first class

I'm a graduate of physics at Lautech

U dey post on nairaland, wetin ur lecture go teach u?

If u no buy manual, na automatic AR

Or u wan wait wen u do MEE 204 or STA 207,na then u go dey pray for let my ppl go grade, 40E


Or let Mama catch you for project

Those that passed through physics dept has story to tell with some ppl's CGPA no fit flash mtn to airtel

Somebody would come here and start saying programming even drop out arts students can master programming

Edit:
Just because you want to give advice see argument even retorting to Insults will that help the OP but that's typical NL or the Internet sef
That one saying I don't know anything how many Languages you don master lol
Of course i'm not discouraging anybody at all from getting something that may be useful to them for life my statement there was just tongue in cheek
If you want to start coding, see CP as a skill that you want to acquire like Carpentry, Tailoring etc you may not use it to earn money atleast not directly it me be for private use or as part of a set of skill you use in your Job

Dacronym:
Somebody would come here and start saying programming even drop out arts students can master programming

It is not for the faint hearted. if you really wanna master programming you have o activate crazy mode and dedicate almost 70% percent of your day.

Gerrard59:


My problem is with your school not even the course. Hopefully, they don't go on strike and you miss out on job openings not because you are not qualified, but due to your age.

There's nothing wrong with studying physics, trust me, you can be anything you desire to be. Just have an open mindset and don't restrict yourself to few industries like the fellow who has a CGPA of 4.46 in mathematics and telling me he does not like bank jobs.

Learn hard core programming skills. Your discipline will make you very analytical, so you have an advantage there. The best jobs are usually analytical and requires persons with good numerical skills.

If you aspire to study abroad, now is the time to develop your CGPA. When you are done, put in for the GRE. A folk like you should not score less than 160 in the quant section, at least I don't expect such.

Most importantly, make a very good grade. Preferably a first class. This cannot be overemphasised further. Don't tell you cannot oh. Year one is the best time to make it possible.

P.S. Don't cross to engineering. Unless specified, there's no role or position that an engineer can apply for that a physicist cannot. Besides, age ain't on your side. I don't advise folks your age to study anything engineering related in a public university.

what does his age has to to with this.....so 19years is too late to study engineering??

Lecturing
Researchers
Even Banking, etc.

Dacronym:
Somebody would come here and start saying programming even drop out arts students can master programming

What do you know?

Even if he's an inventor, in today's world he must know how to code. Not to talk of the average Nigerian looking for employment.

Gone are the days when all you need is knowledge of a subject area.

Now you must be versatile not only that you must be proficient in programming.

rusher14:
With physics you must have a focus in terms of your specialisation and its economic importance.

Those graduates that are caught out never looked ahead whilst they were undergraduates.

Physics usually would encompass - electronics, geophysics, astronomy, meteorology etc.
You must know your specialisation inside out.

In the modern world, regardless of your interests, you must take programming and scripting as additional skills - C++, Java, Python, BASH, MATLAB etc.
E.g. C++, BASH and MATLAB.

You cannot escape it. The earlier you start the better for you.

No food for lazy man and you must obsess over your future.

You would lose friends along the way. You would lose them when you are pauperized in any case.

Be focused.

Don't let anybody tell you otherwise.

You have sense joor

Ok

Go nuclear..then boooooom

There is lot of hope you can build a quantum subatomic bomb that will send Buhari to duala and you will become the saviour of Nigeria

h

Money rituals!

Yemight474:
Good morning.
My name is Adeshina Waliyu, a 100 level student(lautech ogbomosho). There is a matter I have been worrying about, due to fear, I have fall in love with my phone searching for info about the issue. And nairaland is one of the site that I always tend to, to know about what I don't know because I believe there are many talented people and experienced people that can put me through.

I have read many topics on this nairaland that relate to the issue that's bothering me yet I still feel like I haven't see what I need. May be it's because most of the topic I read were posted like 4 to 5 years ago, sorry to say I feel like Nigeria then is different from today's Nigeria.

The issue that is bothering me, that makes me need the counsel or advice of people is about the course I was given.
I's a pre degree student 2015/2016, I chose Civil Engineering but unfortunately I scored 255 in Pre degree and 245 in jamb, so I was given Pure and Applied Physics.
Though at that time I was discouraged but later I got over it (Since physics is my best subject). Then I decided to study physics but getting to 100 level, what am hearing from people around me and my brothers is that I should change my course.. What they are telling me is that physics is among the best course in the world
but not here in Nigeria. They said it's better to cross to Engineering.
Though am just a 19 year old boy but I think it's better to start thinking about my future......
So I have been in a dilemma since because my decision will have Great impact to my future.
I can't make a rash decision. That's why I decided to hear from people that will tell me what I don't know.
Please is it true that the hope for science student especially physics graduates in time of job in this Nigeria is not much . I know life is unpredictable and we should follow our instinct. But it is better to know more.
I will be very grateful if you can spare some of your time to give your opinion..

Na to dey calculate atoms and molecules

I phone 1 legbegbe

secondary school tisa for private school #20,000 salary

crafteck:
Set up a small business to fund your research, invent something we need. Make nigeria see we are not lazy and dont depend on anyone or company

wow .... this us not Mnet series o ... this is a shithole place ... hoel will he fund his research when everyone thinks he's crazy

physics graduate is a physics teacher.......

or else you think out of the box

With a degree in Physics, you can work in the Major organisation, Oil and Gas, Banking etc However, ensure that you make the most of your skill. It will do you good to learn how to code (programming). Being able to code alone will make the difference. Also note that many employers are not particular about the course you study, but rather interested in your intellectual capability. Put your heart to your studies and do your best to graduate with a good grade. Also be on the lookout for Scholarships. Finally, I recommend you read this article https://www.nairaland.com/4458613/13-life-lessons-every-nigerian (13 Life Lessons Every Nigerian Student Should Know Before Obtaining A Degree )

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