The O&G industry usually takes people with Physics degree as well since it's easier for them to transition to Geophysics, Petrophysics etc etc ... I know of a couple of friends who had Physics degree and ended up becoming experts in their Geophysics or Petrophysics field.

This post has been edited by azraeil: Mar 13 2011, 12:45 PM

It all depends on what the situation the OP is in, if he's already in the final year of doing Physics, then it makes no sense to switch, if he is just starting in his freshman year, then he could look at other options. If the OP is on a scholarship and he's required to do Physics, then it's another issue as well. Maybe the OP will need to clarify his situation.

Check if your uni has some geophysics and geology courses. You are already in your 3rd year so conversion will probably be a bit difficult. The Oil and Gas industry is in a tough situation right now so competition for places will be brutal. It will be difficult for you to compete with those who has a Geophysics degree BUT if I was the one reviewing your CV, I would not dismissed it.