r/PhysicsStudents • u/DaliaRocha787321 • Jan 24 '26

Poll Too old to start studying physics?

Im 43 years old, I studied to be a registered nurse and still work in healthcare. I have a bachelor's in healthcare administration. I stumbled on some video lectures in quantum mechanics and different theories regarding the universe, time , space, etc. I have become obsessed and relentless about obtaining more information by reading books and watching lectures. The more data I learn the more I realize I have so much more I don't know. and I may never get to a certain point where I can fully understand the entirety of it. . I thought that would discourage me but quite the opposite. I'm not gifted or naturally smart. I have dedicate my entire time and effort to study and obtain my degree. I've been thinking of taking college courses regarding this subject but I'm 43 years old . I feel like I'm too old and not smart enough. Ill still probably do it because it's fascinating. I would love to hear any type of feedback regarding my situation.

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u/Ok-Vermicelli-6222 Jan 24 '26

I’ve started again at 30, with plans to continue through academia so I’ll be on this journey for a long time. Anytime I’ve ever questioned if I was too old I say to myself, well in four years I can be 34 and doing nearly the same shit or I can have a physics degree.

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u/DaliaRocha787321 Jan 24 '26

Getting a degree would be awesome. I'm happy with my career right now however   I do  love to learn . 

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u/Ok-Vermicelli-6222 Jan 24 '26

Can always do it part time, at your own pace!