What is Student: Definition and 1000 Discussions

A student is primarily a person enrolled in a school or other educational institution and who is under learning with goals of acquiring knowledge, developing professions and achieving employment at desired field. In the broader sense, a student is anyone who applies themselves to the intensive intellectual engagement with some matter necessary to master it as part of some practical affair in which such mastery is basic or decisive.
In the United Kingdom and most commonwealth countries, the term "student" denotes those enrolled in secondary schools and higher (e.g., college or university); those enrolled in primary/elementary schools are called "pupils".

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  1. physics_student01

    New member here, please be patient with me 😅

    Hi all, New PF member. Currently a sophomore Physics student. I encounter niggling conceptual difficulties in this journey. I was referred to this site by my senior, that the people/mentors here are very kind and would help me navigate this journey provided I am ready to grind & wrestle with...
  2. shmwot

    hello besties

    Hey! I'm currently an undergrad student, gonna be switching majors/ starting fresh with physics next year(which is something I've always wanted to do) Also I'm turning 18 on may 12th this year wish me lol Glad to be here. Hoping to make really cool friends and contribute in a good bunch of...
  3. J

    Hello

    Hi everybody I am Jamal from Atlanta. I am currently a student at the faculty of Industrial Technology, it's my second year. I came across your forum several before when I was preparing for the exams and just decided that it would be a good idea to finally join it and become a full member. Nice...
  4. User849483

    New student!

    Hello, I needed help with a physics problem and I found this forum. I hope someone can help me with my problem.
  5. PavithraSelvaraj

    Ended up here because of my friction with physics

    How did you find PF?: Via a google search Hey all! I am a student from India. I want to intuitively discover and understand physics concepts. I have had my rock bottom moments with it, hated it, got curious, tried to learn more, and the loop continues. I ended up here, because of a google...
  6. Mr Ib

    Happy to Learn More

    Post-Graduate Student from Malaysia with a Passion for Electromagnetics behavior.
  7. E

    What should I major in: Physics or Engineering?

    I'm a high school student in Alberta trying to decide my postsecondary pathway. I love physics and mathematics, and don't know whether I should study in physics or engineering.
  8. TEGNO

    Hi, I'm TEGNO

    I'm a Physics student looking for somewhere to ask my questions and find solutions to my problems.
  9. B

    Introducing myself

    Hello, I'm Bertram and I'm in my last year of school and I would like to study physics, I really like particle physics from what I know. I'm here to connect to other scientists or students, but also to learn more about the subject, common problems and the way of precise articulating. Have a nice...
  10. Y

    Student who'll need Help. Often.

    Exactly what it says T-T
  11. RandomGuy055

    A high school student who thought he could handle a Physics H class.

    Nice to meet you all. This year I've realized that I have a very poor understanding of physics because anytime a problem is explained to me, it just goes out the other ear. My physics teacher is an old German man with a demon in his soul, but his class is one of my favorites and is probably the...
  12. P

    Astrophisics maniac

    Hi! I'm a student from korea. If there is anything wrong with my grammer, please kindly understand and if you can, answer my question! I like astrophysics. If you like it too, please try to chat with me. thank you.
  13. vaibhavvenkat

    I Highschooler looking for math research/projects

    Hi, I am in Highschool and I am interested in pursuing mathematics as a career. I am particularly interested in doing some math research/projects (even if simple) to boost my maturity of the subject. How would I go about doing research/projects? Are there any good ideas? Math background: -...
  14. krob

    Hi my name is Kaila

    Hi, nice to meet you guys! I am an undergrad at USC and though I am not a physics major I take many classes the follow the concepts of physics. I hope to be able to help you all if needed.
  15. R

    Rudin

    Hello everyone! I am a returned student after 15 years of being out of school. Physics is very challenging for me, especially taking it in a different language. I like this forum because the instructors here don't just give the answers to the problems students ask, but they help the students...
  16. Mufeez

    A student here who is planning to switch to Physics from zoology

    Hello there, I am Mufeez. I am currently enrolled at QAU in the field of zoology. Didn't plan to study zoology so I am gonna drop it and try to move towards my main interest that is physics. Joined PF to learn physics and get help and make connections. Hope ya'll have a good day.
  17. yellowcake_bruce

    Howdy ho!

    I am a student in IT support and cybersecurity(trying really hard to make it while having no prior experience in computer or tech in general). My English is not that good since my native language is french. I encountered this forum while scrolling trough tech related article and went in and...
  18. H

    Hi, Its HDP.

    I am an enthusiastic physics student in undergraduate level.
  19. AlixGraccus

    Maths and physics student here!

    Hi all! I'm a Maths and Physics student at the Open Uni currently (doing a B.Sc.); It's online because of health problems, which prevents me from travelling a lot. I'd like to study theoretical physics in the future. My main goal is finishing my B.Sc. (of course) and trying to find a Maths and...
  20. eddiezhang

    Self-Introduction

    Hi everyone! I'm an A-level Physics student looking for help on a bit of a project of mine.
  21. phi_skr

    What are the latest developments in nanotech device experiments?

    Hi, I am a physics graduate student focusing on experiment related to nanotech devices.
  22. KittyPaine

    Hello! Potential Post Secondary Student here

    I just learned about a grant I could apply for so now I'm trying to figure out what field to study.
  23. Theo2907

    Applied physics student

    Hi All, My name's Théo I am currently finishing up my Bachelor's thesis at TU Delft and working on some other projects in a research group. I will be posting some questions I have on here and try to participate in as many conversations as I can. I want to build experience in academic...
  24. Grandpa04

    Civil engineering student

    Hi im a civil engineering student who's always been interested in physics since i was young, am taking classes in physics now.
  25. Hamidul

    Introducing Myself

    Hello. This is Md. Hamidul Haque, a post graduate student at University of Chittagong, Bangladesh. Presently I am working at Secondary Standard Dosimetry Laboratory in Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission as a Masters Program thesis student. I am working with neutron spectroscopy and dosimetry...
  26. C

    What research path should I take after my MSc in particle physics?

    Hello there! I am an MSc student with a focus on particle physics instrumentation. I am still thinking of whether I should pursue a PhD in particle physics or other research topics (materials/semicon related) or moving out of the academia. I am here to seek for advice and hope that I will...
  27. jazzywatermelon

    Just a physics student trying to grasp a little more!

    So excited to learn more about physics and to further my understanding! :partytime: This seems like a nice little corner of the internet. :]
  28. Praksh

    Looking forward to interact with great minds!

    For starters, Im just an average student who just so happens to take an interest in physics. Yet this does not stop me from trying to gain more conceptual clarity on it. As a student, I feel I lack on explaining learnt concepts and discussing it. I believe this forum will help me overcome this...
  29. Ali sulieman

    Engineering student

    I started studying mechanical engineering, where I started thinking about things that might make me a successful and highly competent engineer in the near future. Then I started searching through artificial intelligence tools for useful sites for me as a mechanical engineering student, and your...
  30. StarlitVarsh

    What is Varsh's current ambition and dream?

    I'm a student in high school. I used to dream of being an astrophysicist, but my passion for music production and songwriting became far greater, and that's my current ambition and dream. I still find physics sorta fun though, so here I am!
  31. B

    What is it Like to Study Physics in High School in Seattle?

    hii guys I am studen of physics in high school of Seattle.
  32. deuteron

    What are the Requirements for Deriving Lagrange Equations in Physics?

    I am a physics student in Germany in my second semester!
  33. U

    Hello hello

    Hi, I’m a student studying physics that’s trying to learn more niche information for the purposes of my senior thesis that I have to begin to plan.
  34. T

    News Numerically Challenged Offers for Sale

    From a 'respected?' source: (link at bottom) Monthly Offer $2/month for 1 Year (That's just 50¢ a week for the first year) Then $4 per month as long as you’re a student BEST-VALUE - SAVE 50% Annual Offer $24 for 1 Year (That's just 50¢ a week for...
  35. opperator

    What are the current courses for a senior level physics student?

    Hi, I'm a physics college student! Trying to wade through work (even through the summer) and figure out my life and career plans.
  36. leela

    Who are the newest members of our scientific community?

    Hello everyone , ich bin eine neue Studentin, freut mich hier mit euch zu sein
  37. L

    Troubleshooting 12v DC Motor for Final Year Project Prototypes

    looking for answers to a problem I had while building my final year project prototypes that uses a 12v dc motor on a Google link that brought me to this forum
  38. L

    What is the Best Resource for Finding Answers to Chemical Reactions?

    Hello! I am Logan, I am a student and i like chemistry! I came here because I was searching for an answer for a reaction I did but found nothing elsewhere.
  39. J

    Extended Essay Research question help (first year IB student)

    Hi guys, I am a first year IB student and I need to give hand in my research question for the extended essay today, the only thing is that I don't really know what I could do it on. The extended essay is basically a 4000 word research project. I was going to do it on photoelasticity, but when I...
  40. monsterhart

    Can a CS Major Master Physics Engines?

    Hello, I'm a computer science major minoring in physics. I hope to work on physics engines some day, if I can live through these classes. I love learning about physics independently, but I'm not really digging the figurative knife to my throat with these deadlines.
  41. C

    Student sliding bag along floor in elevator

    For this problem, The solution is, However, is the reason why they don't do ##-0.5a_xt^2## because the negative of the acceleration has already taken care of itself? Many thanks!
  42. Eclair_de_XII

    Is it normal for a student to get frustrated learning a coding language?

    ... after many failed attempts at figuring it out? Is it normal for him to soon after declare himself done trying to figure out the solution and the language, only to return to it after only a short period of distancing himself from it by a short walk or some number of hours goofing off? Is it...
  43. R

    Admissions Should I say I'm a full-time data scientist and physics student in my SOP?

    Is it a good or bad idea to mention that I am a full-time physics student while simultaneously a full-time data scientist employee while doing physics research too in my SOP for grad school? Is it seen as too confident or bragging? Or it helps me to say this? Does it make it sound bad if I...
  44. warhammer

    Physics APS Student Ambassadorship

    Hi. I am currently a 3rd (Final) Year Physics Student. The degree in my country is of three years and I will be graduating after a period of 11 months from now. I wish to apply for APS Student Ambassadorship. However the stipulations on the form state that I must have atleast an year of...
  45. benorin

    Maple May I legally obtain a student license of Maple if I’m auditing class?

    May I legally obtain a student license of Maple if I’m merely auditing a class? Need it be a STEM course? I tried google and Waterloo did not spell out the case of auditing.
  46. D

    Admissions ENS International Student selection - How to prepare?

    Hi everyone, I've completed my last year of high school and I want to start preparing for the selection to get in Ecole Normale Supérieure. Does anyone have any tips? I 've been training on IPho problems and pre IMO ones for a year now, to improve problem solving skills. Does anyone know if...
  47. XcgsdV

    Courses Is Pure Mathematics required to be a top-tier Physics student?

    Hey y'all, I'm starting college as a Physics major this fall and I started working through Steve Warner's Pure Mathematics for Beginners in my downtime because I love the math courses I've had, wanted to learn more about proofs and how those things came to be, and most importantly had nothing...
  48. Pipsqueakalchemist

    Testing I’ve just accepted that I’m a C student at this point

    I just have to accept at this point I’m a C student. Because no matter how much I grind or study I still do bad. Last semester I did terrible on all my test despite only taking 3 courses. Told myself I would do better from no on. Cut to now in the spring semester, and the same stuff is happening...
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