Middle School Students

Preparing for a Career in Physics

Take all the pre-algebra, algebra, advanced algebra, and pre-calculus courses your school has to offer. A good, strong background in math will help you tremendously in a physics career.

Read books by well-recognized physicists such as:

• The Elegant Universe, by Brian Greene
• A Brief History of Time, by Stephen Hawking
• Flying Circus of Physics, by Jearl Walker

Reading these books and others about the lives of these physicists will spark your interest in the fascinating world of physics

Get involved in science fairs and other extra- curricular science activities at your school and in your geographical area. It helps to expose yourself to as much science as possible. At the same time, you'll be involved in great projects that will get you thinking about which aspects of physics really excite you.

Find a mentor (teacher or professor) at your school that you can talk to about the physics field and answer any other questions or concerns you may have. If none exist at your school, check the physics departments at local colleges, or universities.

HAVE FUN! Physics can be a lot of fun.