Anyone I know who is getting a PhD in a STEM field went straight from Bachelor's degree. The first year is master level credits but you do research at the same time. I have some friends who have done this. I believe this is normal in the US.
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I have definitely thought of trying for a government position but in the end I elected to pursue a PhD in engineering.
The PI I will be working with is happy for me to make my own hours as long as I put in approximately 20 hours a week in the lab. He is...
I have always dreamed of becoming a mechanical engineer, and I will be graduating this May!!!
I am female, married, have one kid, and I plan on having more.
It seems like all the jobs I apply to/interview with want someone who will come in and work 40+ hours a week (if not 60+).
Although I...
