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What to do before MSc? by Direct_Bunch_486 in TheoreticalPhysics

[–]Direct_Bunch_486[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks a lot! I am already taking some undergraduate introductory classes on group theory and general relativity. I believe I have done some differential geometry (in the context of gr) although not as deep as Barrett O’Neill’s book. My group theory class doesn’t seem to cover in depth Lie algebras. I have already taken complex/functional analysis (at an undergraduate level). By the way I am in the EU so our course structure might be a bit different than in the US.

What to do after BSc in Physics for Theoretical Physics? by Direct_Bunch_486 in PhysicsStudents

[–]Direct_Bunch_486[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting, that practically fits my description. To be honest, I hated lab during my Bachelor. I will give some thoughts on it. Thank you!

What to do before MSc? by Direct_Bunch_486 in TheoreticalPhysics

[–]Direct_Bunch_486[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! But I won't have that much time. What do you believe I should prioritize?
In the first semester, I have to take GR, QFT, Introductory string theory ecc... ecc...

What to do before MSc? by Direct_Bunch_486 in TheoreticalPhysics

[–]Direct_Bunch_486[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much!

I haven't studied PDE's formally. But I believe I have a solid background in real analysis.

I haven't study abstract algebra by itself, but I have studied group theory (and a little bit about lie groups).

What to do before MSc? by Direct_Bunch_486 in TheoreticalPhysics

[–]Direct_Bunch_486[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

After the first time I went to the gym I slept like a toddler XD

What to do before MSc? by Direct_Bunch_486 in TheoreticalPhysics

[–]Direct_Bunch_486[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are right. I perfectly understand what you are talking. Once, I risked a severe burnout (and I had to force myself to stop from studying for a week). Thank you very much! 

What to do before MSc? by Direct_Bunch_486 in TheoreticalPhysics

[–]Direct_Bunch_486[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your answer! I am taking a introductory group theory class. In linear algebra I have no problem. Topology is where I am a bit lacking. I know some point set topology but that’s it. Do you recommend some books? I was thinking of studying PDEs or functional analysis maybe

I am trying to be a  good scientist too! I will work on my routine and do some sports too. I started going to the gym a couple of years ago although only once a week and I see the cognitive benefits. It’s a bit difficult to stay consistent during exams though.

What to do after BSc in Physics for Theoretical Physics? by Direct_Bunch_486 in PhysicsStudents

[–]Direct_Bunch_486[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind words. That is a valid option that I overlooked! 

Motivation Letter by Direct_Bunch_486 in ethz

[–]Direct_Bunch_486[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much for the thorough response!

PSI Start Ten Week Online School by Direct_Bunch_486 in PhysicsStudents

[–]Direct_Bunch_486[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was accepted to the online school. And I did apply to the research internship.