Hello guys,

I just completed my undergraduate studies in BSc. Hons Physics. I do have strong intention to further my studies up to Master and PhD level in particle physics/advanced Quantum Mechanics/General Relativity related field of studies. Malaysia doesn't seems to offer "MUCH" for either of these field and my lectures told me >> "If you keen about this, don't stay in Malaysia".

From what I known so far, if I am going to study overseas I will need to apply for Scholarship to help me in financial supports. Before that, I will need to sit for GRE and TOEFL for eligibility as applicant. I have no confidence to sit for this test by self-preparation so I would need to pay for preparation course that available in Malaysia and these courses are freaking expensive...

So I probably should work for a while then and if i do, how long should I work?
( I've tried googled and it seems most of the scholarships had past the deadline )
Well since I have a degree certificate i should probably find a job as a fresh grads? A fresh grad with physics degree seems to be hard in seeking a job (I've tried googled for jobs as well )

Or should I sacrifice my time to study in Malaysia?

Either work or study I will need some updated information, particularly about Scholarship for studying Master Degree at overseas.

I will appreciate very very much for any helps in providing me information or opinions about this.

Thank you in advance.

I did consider about countries like UK/US/SG or even Japan which are the countries with strong developed background in physics. I have checked with SG universities, they stated "GRE and TOEFL" so i think they need both.

To be honest i wish i can further my studies to UK, but i need more information, not just about UK, maybe some other alternatives as well. I don't mind going anywhere as long as I can get what I want to study.. (of course Malaysia would be the very last option for me XD).

Hm... I think i need information in details about life expenses when studying overseas. How did you cover up those expenses? something like that?

Oh yea i probably need some source that provide information about the scholarships? how do you apply? "I heard that you need to be accepted as the student of that particular institute before you apply?

Thank you. Im glad you can help me with that. I can also help you with physics stuff.

Well, working as physicist is my goal.
As for working in Malaysia, I probably consider that after retire age LOL.

Thank you all for the information shared. For your information, there is still a few months until my convocation. So I guess i have just enough time for preparation. I really appreciate all the information and opinions you guys shared to me

Yea , I did some extra readings while I was studying atomic physics but I'm not interested in that field. Sorry about that XD

Thank you very much!! This is a awesome share.. gonna give it a try lol xD Will refer back to you for further helps XD


Thank you ristc for providing me this opportunity. I shall contact you after I make up my mind


Yup, something like that. I don't really care if I'm able to have that kind of achievement, I just want to be part of it.

This post has been edited by RokkQM: Oct 24 2013, 01:13 PM