Should I restart uni and study Physics at 23? Need some honest advice.
Hey everyone,
Long story short: A few years ago, I did my first year of University studying Physics. I passed all my classes, but honestly, I didn’t study much, the specific first-year subjects weren't really hitting the spot, and my girlfriend at the time was moving to a different city 400km away. So, I decided to follow her and switch majors.
Since I've always been interested in investing and the stock market, I chose Economics/Finance.
Fast forward to now: I'm about to start my 3rd year, I'm 22, and honestly... this school is giving me absolutely nothing. It’s quite easy, and ironically, being here made me realize how much I actually miss physics. I find myself constantly watching channels like Physics Explained and realized that it actually interests me.
When I finish this degree, I'll be 23 with just a Bachelor’s. If I go back to physics, I’ll be a 23-year-old freshman sitting in class with 18 and 19-year-olds, while my peers will be graduating and starting their careers. It feels a bit daunting, not going to lie.
On top of that, two big issues:
I haven’t done serious math in almost two years, so I’m definitely rusty.
I’ve been thinking about doing a part-time Master’s in Finance while doing Physics full-time, just so I don't "waste" my current degree, but I’m terrified of burning out completely.
Should I just go back to physics or should I just forget it, finish finance, and keep physics as a hobby? Has anyone here restarted their studies "later" in their 20s?
FYI - we are still together after 3 years and there is physics course at university in the city i moved in with my girlfriend which is capital city of my country and in my smaller hometown
Thanks for any advice!