What is Academic: Definition and 282 Discussions

An academy (Attic Greek: Ἀκαδήμεια; Koine Greek Ἀκαδημία) is an institution of secondary or tertiary higher learning, research, or honorary membership. The name traces back to Plato's school of philosophy, founded approximately 385 BC at Akademia, a sanctuary of Athena, the goddess of wisdom and skill, north of Athens, Greece.

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  1. J

    Programs Prospects of physics "expert" w/o degree

    I apologize for the bad title. I did not know what to put. Also, English isn't my best language as well. If clarification is needed, I will provide it. So, anyways. I was wondering how much prospects I would have for finding any physics related job if I didn't have a degree. I am saying this...
  2. B

    What blue collar trade requires the most academic knowledge?

    I'm curious about what blue collar trade requires the most academic knowledge to perform in a competent manner. I'm not asking what blue collar trade requires the most knowledge or skill to perform competently. I'm asking about academic knowledge only. Both HVAC technicians and electricians...
  3. S

    Physics Will it always be this hard to get an academic physics job?

    I've heard the same advice from this forum year after year: if you study physics have a backup plan because you most likely will not become a tenured physics professor. With the growing number of physics degrees being given and the dwindling faculty slots, this makes a lot of sense. In fact...
  4. C

    Academic Superheroes: Is PhD Over Supply a Symptom?

    I saw this article: Academic Superheroes over at Science Daily today and thought people might be interested. It talks about a study of academic job want adds and how the criteria are so specific it's nearly impossible to meet them all. Is this just a symptom of an oversupply of PhDs? From the...
  5. Eucliddo

    Overcoming Fear and Achieving Academic Success

    I excelled in academics when I was a student. I am good in everything my mind is concerned. I'm pretty much interested with quantum physics, astronomy, electronics and mathematics. I also want to invent things. If I think I can do something, my mind is saying that I will absolutely can do that...
  6. MNEG

    Quantum physics in engineering

    Hi, I am studying civil engineerin. I wonder if learning quantum physicist could be worth it for my career. I know that as an engineer I can get a master degree in physics, which have a lot of topics of modern physics. Do you think it could be a good idea? I mean, these new knoeledge is helpful...
  7. DaniV

    Help in choosing Israeli academic institute

    In the next semester (October 2016) I want to start learning physics with preferation for learning in a program that including two subjects- physics and math for the 1st degree. My will it`s to advance to theoretical research and to get a Doctor degree, even co-operate with international...
  8. M

    Programs Which Major Should I Choose for a Future in Teaching and High Earning Potential?

    Hello, I am 17 years old and I live in Alabama. I'm fairly good with physics, computer science, graphic design, teaching, mathematics, and most sciences. I would like to end up getting a PhD and teaching in a 4 year university eventually. Recently I have been influenced by my physics teacher to...
  9. A

    I with choosing my academic path

    Hello, I am a senior high school student living in Western Europe. Although I haven't been really fond of mathematics in the past years, I have began to admire it as I advanced. This year I have been introduced to pre-calculus and I really liked it. Also my major interest since my childhood has...
  10. M

    What are some strategies I can use to improve academic performance ?

    There are two kinds of advice I'd like : On how to make a plan and how to follow it out. On how to actually spend the study time allotted. My daily schedule is something like waking up at about 4. I have till around 6 to study and then I must get ready and reach the bus stand at 6:50. College...
  11. G

    Intro Math Math Learning: VIC AUS High School Grad Looking for Resources

    Hi. I've recently finished high school and am planning to study science/physics, hence I'll be doing a lot of calculus courses but I'm looking to do more than that. I was looking to find some good sources, whether they be online or in textbook format or whatever. As for where I'm at currently, I...
  12. Japowell98

    I want to go into biomedical engineering....

    Howdy y'all! I'm currently a junior in high school and everyone got their psat scores yesterday. I looked my score up with my physics teacher during AP physics and saw that I got a 1400 and an index score of 210 (which according to online projections would make me a national merit scholar in...
  13. epenguin

    UK Academic Cheating: 3 Times Articles & Your Reactions

    The situation in the UK is apparently sufficiently dire for there to be a whole three articles about it in today's Times, I hope the links work. http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/public/share/uuid/895f76fc-b07f-11e5-aa98-d2462c903670...
  14. M

    Can someone look over my appeal letter for academic suspension

    I am writing to appeal my academic suspension from XX University. I was not surprised, but very upset to receive a letter earlier this week informing me of my suspension because of failure to maintain adequate GPA. I would like to urge you to reinstate me for next semester.The failing grades and...
  15. G

    How can I talk to an Academic or Lecturer?

    I'm really interested in the subject and being a Higher education lecturer and academic sounds really good to me. But I don't know where I can talk to somebody in the career. Could somebody point me in the right direction, or if you're already an academic, be open to 15 or so questions about it...
  16. T

    How to mention academic dishonesty to professor?

    I am currently enrolled in an upper level Physics course and our prof has seemingly used the EXACT same midterm from each of the past two years. Now some of the students knew this would be likely, while others had no idea. (The class is only 15 people.) The midterm was only a few questions long...
  17. M

    Non-Tenure/Teaching-only Academic Positions

    I understand tenure track academic professorships are extremely competitive. However, are there any academic positions that are more avaliable? I was thinking of professors at liberal arts colleges, professors who only teach and do not research, or other types of college lecturers (or something...
  18. S

    Engineering Navigating the Transition from Academic to Industrial R&D

    Greetings, I am a master's student in engineering at Koç University(İstanbul/Turkey) and my bachelor's degree is in Physics from Middle East Technical University(Ankara/Turkey). After I finish my master's I would like to pursue a career in industrial R&D abroad; however, it seems that my...
  19. O

    Ph.D. in Plasma Physics and Where?

    Hello everyone. I am new in this forum. I am from Turkey and I want to go abroad for Ph.D. but I have concerns and a lot of questions in my mind. My GPA from BS is 2,98/4 (I know it is not good). This year my second year my master. Probably I will graduate with 3.50-4.00 GPA. My master...
  20. J

    Improving Academic Standing: Tips for Preparing for Physics Exams

    Hello, so ever since I entered University, my grades have been low. I got dismissed from my University and I always had the habit of slacking off, except for my Freshman year. I only slacked off a little in my Freshman year, but after that it got worse and worse. I am trying to pull myself...
  21. M

    Academic Guidence- Considering Gradschool

    Hello! I am new to the forum. Actually, I enrolled in the forum because of this question... It's been eating me for a while now. So I'll give you some background on my (convoluted) educational path. I started college undecided, then switch to a preprofessional chemistry path with hopes of...
  22. P

    What can I do in this academic situation?

    What can I do in this academic situation? 1. Recently I am doing good in MCQ(objective) like 70,71,78... out of 80 but I am doing worse in subjective/creative like 19,18,15,24,29 out of 30. 2. My hand writing is good but in the exam hall I have to write faster so I write quickly and little...
  23. wattsAndSquats

    Needing general academic advice and different perspectives

    Evening all, I'm blessed to be doing well in school, on time to graduate, with no major setbacks. However, I have a few worries that I could use some sage advice on. I'm currently a junior in EE and CE. My first BS was in Exercise Science with a gpa of 3.0. I currently have a school GPA of 3.8...
  24. Archenox

    Academic background for physics engine?

    Hello everyone! :smile: I am almost finishing a bachelors degree in computer science and I would like to have some insight on the possible academic backgrounds and career opportunities for someone who wants to be working with the creation and development of a physics engine. Considering that...
  25. J

    Academic advice: What would you do?

    Alright, so here's the deal. I graduated from college at the end of 2014 with two degrees in liberal arts majors. I was extremely upset by the education I received because it relied too heavily on terminology instead of problem-solving. I now have the chance to go back to school again. I am...
  26. H

    Will my academic inclinations 'jive' with the business world?

    So, I did a BSc in Neuroscience and Math. While long term I think am interested in a PhD in neuroscience, I am likely going to do a MSc in Data Analytics ("Big Data") first. It offers both job security if I change my mind on the PhD as well as the chance for me to do what I love: statistical +...
  27. A

    Job vs Academic Experience for MS&E PhD & Future Career

    Hi all again. I had received very good advice from my previous posts on PhysicsForum. Those advices certainly have helped me to navigate through all the confusions I have for my future career path. So I really appreciate the help from all of you. As I become more informed, I have more specific...
  28. C

    Career in Europe vs US (Comparison of academic cultures)

    Where to pursuit academic career as a (non-EU and non-US citizen) physicist? Europe and US have major social, cultural, intellectual, demographic and academic differences. There are pro's and con's for each of course and I am very struggling to decide. I thought that some experienced people on...
  29. T

    Need advice on Academic Future

    Hey guys, I would really, really like to go to graduate school for PhD in either Electrical Engineering or condensed matter/semiconductor physics. I will be graduating in December with two degrees from two different universities (yes, simultaneously), one a BS in Electrical engineering and the...
  30. B

    Struggling with Low GPA in Physics | Academic Guidance for Future Success

    I just finished second year physics and I passed everything but not by a lot. My cum GPA is ~1.7 and program GPA is ~1.8. I've done the math and I would need at least a A+ on every single course for the next 2 years to get my GPA up to only a 3. First year didn't treat me too well and and 2nd...
  31. R

    How frequency domain topic should be taught in the academic course?

    This is a soft question but I think it's a real fact.The Frequency domain has made revolution in the field of Mathematics,Physics,Digital Signal and image Processing etc. Some of concepts which are very difficult to analyse in spatial or time domain can be very easily understood in the frequency...
  32. A

    Academic issues and study habits (possible transfer).

    I am currently taking Electrical Engineering at a local college outside of the United States. I will be direct and explicit about my issue here: I am getting terrible grades, possibly failing three classes this semester and I don't see myself adjusting properly in my current college. I am...
  33. C

    Looking For (Academic) References About How the LHC Works

    I'm currently writing a paper for a small class called "Contemporary Physics" and I am writing about particle accelerators and the search for the Higgs Boson. I have a fairly good idea about how the Large Hadron Collider works, but I cannot use my own explanation alone as I need references to...
  34. H

    Academic guidanceconfused (want to get a phd in physics )

    I had completed my b, tech and m.tech in EE in India and out of my own interest I had applied to git admitted in one of the u.s universities for studying m.s in physics . Due to some family issues I had faced a very tough time and failed in one of the subject and funally suspended from the...
  35. B

    Found a mistake in REU personal statement

    Hello, On all my REU applications besides two or three, I was asked to describe my previous research. I did so, but I realized I referred to the hydrogen atom as the hydrogen molecule. I showed in the case of H2+ that we develop the standard potential energy curve for the hydrogen atom. I...
  36. F

    Future prospects with a horrible academic record

    Hi everyone. I am hoping to get your opinions on what my future prospects might be as I've had a really rough struggle with school and any advice you might have for me. For background, I joined the military right out of high school. After five years I got out and attended a local community...
  37. dkotschessaa

    A bit of encouragement needed Academic probation

    I rarely post these pathetic types of threads, but I kind of need to right now if you all don't mind. For those that don't know me... now 38 years old, first year of grad school for mathematics. I started undergrad at 33. I am married, have A.D.D. and a somewhat busy life, but I'm very...
  38. Corpuscule

    Did academic career requirements change in recent years?

    In the past it appeared that in some institutions, the very fact that a postdoc could get research funding on his/her own might have been the impetus for them to continue to hire his/her as a staff member. As much is stated in the PhysicsForums guide...
  39. CopperNerves

    Schools Academic Planning and Graduate School

    Hello Everyone! I'm currently in the final year of my Bachelor of Science, and I'm interested in pursuing graduate studies in theoretical/computational neuroscience. Unfortunately, I don't feel prepared for graduate level study/research in this discipline. Therefore, I'm contemplating taking...
  40. D

    Correlation between Test Scores and Academic Success

    I recall reading that, while it is not true for all fields, there is a correlation between standardized test scores and academic performance in math and science. I did a quick search, but couldn't find much information that was specific to math and science. I teach AP Calculus and this subject...
  41. Greg Bernhardt

    News UNC report finds 18 years of academic fraud to keep athletes playing

    UNC report finds 18 years of academic fraud to keep athletes playing http://www.cnn.com/2014/10/22/us/unc-report-academic-fraud/index.html?hpt=hp_t1 Pardon my phrase, but heads need to roll on this. The sad thing is that this is likely a common story in many big sport universities. A total sham.
  42. S

    Academic Guidance for Astrophysics Goals: UC Merced vs UC Santa Cruz or Berkeley

    Good evening! So I am in need of some guidance. I'll go ahead and explain my background, my goals, and my dilemma's. And then I'd appreciate some thoughtful input. :) Thank you in advance. My background: Currently, I'm at a community college. I got out of the military a year ago and...
  43. S

    Advice on neuroscience academic path?

    So I'm a junior in high school currently with a very, very strong interest in neuroscience, among other sciences (specifically chemistry and physics), and engineering as well (part of school's FIRST robotics team as lead programmer). For the past few months or so, I've been exploring academic...
  44. C

    Worried about academic lifestyle, how do you feel about it?

    Hi, How do you people manage an academic lifestyle? I have this problem that my minds want’s to know everything, and I often feel drained when I constantly read books, especially when I start doubting if I should be doing something else with my life, and thinking about all the experiences in...
  45. N

    Newly introduced Academic fields?

    Hi! What are some newly introduced Academic fields like Mechatronics Engineering and Business Informatics?
  46. G

    Academic achievements during secondary edu. what do i write about?

    "academic achievements during secondary edu." what do i write about? "Tell us about your academic achievements during your secondary education. (up to 500 words)" i have to answer this in my university application in a 500 words essay but i have absolutely idea what to write about in this...
  47. M

    Is UMass Amherst the Right Choice for My Physics Career Path?

    Hi, I'm an international student from Malaysia and I recently got accepted to UMass Amherst majoring in Physics for my Bachelors Degree. Should I: 1. Accept the offer and transfer to a better school (if I get the chance). or 2. Major in Computer Science in a local university that has...
  48. J

    What is conducting academic (Math) research like?

    What is conducting Math research like? What is a typical day/schedule like?
  49. B

    Engineering Internships: academic research vs. industry

    I am currently a mechanical engineering student planning to work in the aerospace industry. I am a likely candidate for two internship opportunities; one of them is at a smaller aerospace firm that builds target drones and the other is at a university doing nanosystem research. Which would be...
  50. N

    Looking For Academic Guidance - I'm struggling a bit

    Looking For Academic Guidance -- I'm struggling a bit Hello, I am currently hoping to obtain a physics degree, but I am just a little shaken up by my last two tests I took in Gen Phy 2 E&M. I try really hard and would go as far to say that no one in my class works as hard as I do to learn and...
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