What is Degree: Definition and 1000 Discussions

An academic degree is a qualification awarded to students upon successful completion of a course of study in higher education, usually at a college or university. These institutions commonly offer degrees at various levels, usually including bachelor's, master's and doctorates, often alongside other academic certificates and professional degrees. The most common undergraduate degree is the bachelor's degree, although in some countries there are lower level higher education qualifications that are also titled degrees (e.g. associate degrees and foundation degrees).

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  1. TechieDork

    Explaining your Physics degree to relatives

    I'm studying 2nd year Physics in Thailand and I always have hard time explaining what I would do with my Physics degree for a living to my relatives and family. Every relative gathering on holidays, I'll always get bombarded with questions . -So what's you're going to do after college,son...
  2. nomadreid

    Medical Third degree burns: 3a and 3b?

    I have come across a discussion of a therapy that is listed in a (translated) Russian text as being good for "3a and 3b degree burns", without the text explaining what the difference is between these two subclassifications of third degree burns, and I do not find that distinction in (English)...
  3. Gjmdp

    Admissions Can I apply to a US PhD program with an UK Bachelor degree?

    In many british universities, like the University of Cambridge, the UK bachelor (1st class), with a duration of 3 years, is the minimum accepted requirement to apply for a PhD. This is, some PhD students only hold a UK bachelor, without a Master's degree. I was wondering if a british bachelor...
  4. M

    Programs Module Choice advice for a theoretical physics degree (Durham)

    I'm starting at Durham on the 29th of September and I need to get my module choices sorted. I have the choice between 40 credits of maths modules designed for scientists, and 40 credits of maths modules done by regular maths students. They say that you should only do the regular maths modules if...
  5. G

    Other Is an Online Degree in Physics Right for Me?

    I currently have a degree in computer science and minor in math, and I am about to start a new job doing web development. I have started my own personal project building a physics engine in C++ and OpenGL. It is a lot of fun doing applied maths. I would like to get a degree in physics. The...
  6. samya__

    Schools Can you do a Masters in Physics with a Bachelor degree in Architecture?

    Hello, I'm an undergraduate student at Cairo University and I'm about to start studying Architecture this September. I really had no chance to choose to study Physics at an undergrad level. My question is whether it is possible in the US or in Europe to do a masters degree in physics without...
  7. James Nilsen-Misra

    Force to propel a sliding gate up a 2,4 degree incline?

    Figure A It slopes up from Left to Right (0.205911m Rise /4,8m run=4.28%)]
  8. thewindwaker

    Other Is it worth it to go back and get a second degree in physics?

    So, I already have a degree in (applied) mathematics. TBH, I don't know if twas the specific school I went to (I suspect it is, a lot of math students were miserable there), but I think I probably would have enjoyed physics more. I think I would jive very well with a mathematical physics...
  9. gerardofingurbe

    Programs Applying To a PhD program before finishing your master's degree

    Hello , So let me explain my situation and why I want to do this, I'm currently in a physics' master at CINVESTAV, Mexico , my bachelor's degree is in electronics engineering and I obtained it at URBE in Venezuela, I'm Venezuelan and when I decided to leave Venezuela I did it with the intention...
  10. L

    Is the OU Beng Engineering Degree Respected by Employers?

    Hi Currently doing finish my HND mechanical engineering (distinction so far) and have HNC in general engineering (distinctions). I am late twenties so looking for unis to do top-up degree or second/third year uni. I've just come across open uni. Has anybody done or know about the OU Beng...
  11. Q

    Physics Is going into Smart Grid with a Physics Degree a good move?

    I have a master in Physics and I would have the opportunity to have a fixed term position in a Smart grid company. My question would be whether not having a bachelor in EE or Power engineering might be bad for future job prospect(what if I apply somewhere else) and whether or not the skills I...
  12. patric44

    Other Continuing my education to get a physics degree

    hello guys i have a degree in science and education in chemistry and physics and i am currently working as a physics teacher , but i recently found that i could continue my education in the faculty of Science (the special physics department ) in my university and get a degree in special physics...
  13. S

    I Finding the dependence of maximum vertex degree on k-colorability

    How do we describe a construction of a 2-colorable graph where the degree of every vertex is greater than or equal to (|V|-1)/2? Based on that, what can be said about the dependence of maximum vertex-degree on k-colorability of a graph? My first thought is that in order for a vertex to connect...
  14. K

    Physics Career prospects with a Physics Degree?

    Is having a degree in physics only limited to academia?
  15. S

    I Question regarding degrees of a graph and its biconnected components

    The problem is for us to consider a biconnected decomposition, and that proof for a graph, the degrees of all the vertices in a graph is even iff the degrees of all the vertices in all of its maximal biconnected components is even For solving that if the degrees of all the vertices in the...
  16. Z

    Admissions Masters degree letter of motivation feedback.

    This is my motivation letter for the university of Regensburg (Masters). The bad thing is that my grades are above average, not great. And I have little to no research experience due to my BSc school. I avoided useless mumbo-jumbo and flatter so it's going to be short and to the point. I pushed...
  17. S

    Plumbing How do PVC sewer lines get sloped using 90 degree fittings?

    Diagrams of PVC sewer plumbing show vertical pipes connected to horizontal pipes with fittings that make a 90 degree turn. So how, in practice, do we achieve the recommended minimum 1/4 inch per foot slope for the horizontal pipes? Do we make the horizontal pipe slope by installing the...
  18. arcTomato

    How can I determine the inclination degree? (visual binary)

    Problem Statement: When I can observe the orbit of visual binary,How can I determine the inclination degree?? Relevant Equations: Keplar's low?? But now, we know the distance to the binary(45.9pc), and viewing radius(1.2mas).
  19. Z

    I Pauli spin matrices under inversion and 180 degree rotation?

    How do the Pauli spin matrices transform under an inversion ? I think I mean to say the 3 dimensional improper rotation which is just in 3 dimensional matrix notation minus the identity - so exactly how are the 2 dimensional Pauli spin matrices changed. And under a 180 rotation do the 'y' and...
  20. A

    MHB Degree of Sentence in Smith's Godel Book: Explained

    In Smith's Godel book he presents induction proofs that deal with the degree of a sentence of a formal language. So the base case corresponds to degree 0. The assumption is for sentence of degree k. Then finally proving that sentence of degree k+1 holds. What exactly does the property of...
  21. Leo Consoli

    Find the number of integer solutions of a second degree polynomial equation

    x^2 - x -3 + 2c = 2x(ax+b) x^2 -2ax^2 - 2bx - x - 3 + 2c = 0 x^2(1-2a) -x(1+2b) -3 + 2c =0 Using girard r1+r2 = (1+ 2b)/(1-2a) r1xr2 = (-3 +2c)/(1-2a) After this I am stuck. Thank you.
  22. bhobba

    Programs To Get Academic Qualifications In Physics Which Degree Would Be Better

    Hi All As most of you probably know I am not formally qualified in physics - but math and computer science - my physics is self taught. I thought I might rectify that and do an appropriate degree by distance learning - with my arthritis and now broken Femur going to actual classes would be a...
  23. P

    Can Someone Explain Pie Charts to Me?

    May anyone help me I really don get it. How do you draw a pie chart?
  24. R

    How many nodes of each degree are there in this graph?

    there must be an even number of vertices of odd degree, and from the handshake theorem, 2m = 2(12) = 24 the only way we can get this from 6 vertices using 2 and 5 is: 4 vertices of degree 5, 2 vertices of degree 2 does this seem correct??
  25. P

    Engineering Degree Completion: Does it Matter How Long it Takes?

    Good morning! I hope you are all well! I am currently in my second year of pursuing a Bachelors of Science in mechanical engineering. I originally planned to take as many classes as I could each session (year round), but I quickly burned out each time. I was overwhelmed each session by the large...
  26. E

    Job Skills Leaving a 2nd Master's degree to accept an offer abroad

    This is my first post so don't be too harsh. I was just looking to get additional opinions in order to make a more informed decision. Since I always had the idea of becoming an astrophysicist I enrolled in Bsc in physics engineering (5 years) here, and due to being the top student I was invited...
  27. S

    Finding equations of motion of multi degree freedom system

  28. Ahmed Abdalla

    Job Skills I finally got my bachelor's degree in physics, now what?

    It's been 3 months so I'm sure this is still very early to "give up" on the job search, but I was wondering how other people did after their BS/BA in physics from college! The job search is for sure hard and I realized a little too late that I lacked some experience in CS. I wasn't planning on...
  29. i_am_brendan

    Programs Recommendation for an online master's degree in astrophysics?

    Next year I'm considering an online masters in astrophysics / astronomy. Any recommendations / has anyone done one? Top universities in this field? I have a B.Sc and M.Sc in mathematics and strong background in computer science / data analytics so I want one which is technical. The options I...
  30. Floatzel98

    Schools PhD at same University as Undergraduate Degree

    Is doing a PhD at the same uni that you completed your undergrad degree fine? Is it bad, should you avoid it? I'm currently in the 4th year of my physics degree, doing my honours year, and my supervisor has mentioned that I am in a good position to continue to do a PhD with him. While I'm happy...
  31. A

    Schools Which university to go to for a physics degree?

    I graduated from Georgia Tech a few years ago with a Bachelors in Applied Mathematics and now I am currently a software developer, however, my passion is in astronomy. I have looked at opportunities in astronomy that is towards the engineering route i.e. image processing engineer, detector...
  32. E

    AN Standard 37 degree taper fitting

    Does anyone know the reasoning behind the decision to use 37 degrees for the conical taper on an AN fitting? I understand this is a standard dimension for the fittings, but I am hoping to get a little background on how this came to be.
  33. Mr Davis 97

    I Polynomial of finite degree actually infinite degree?

    ##1+x+x^2 = \dfrac{1-x^3}{1-x} = (1-x^3)\cdot \dfrac{1}{1-x} = (1-x^3)\sum_{k=0}^\infty x^k##. Isn't this a contradiction since the LHS has degree ##2## while the RHS has infinite degree?
  34. J

    Steam turbine start-up degree of superheat

    Trying to find more information on steam quality requirements on a start up of a 70's vintage GE turbine ( impulse type 2 casings compound double flows reheat condensing turbine). I've read in detail manufacturers recommendations regarding rate of metal temperature change in the 1st stage and...
  35. S

    Programs Is a Double Degree in EE and Physics Worth the Extra Year?

    I'm in Australia and a standard EE degree is 4 years. My uni has a EE+Physics combo which is 5 years but you graduate with both a B.Eng and B.Sci. Here is the list of units: http://handbook.curtin.edu.au/courses/32/321827.html Bear in mind that I'm 26 so I'm already getting into the game late...
  36. M

    Programs Anybody else wish they could do their physics degree again?

    I do. I had a good experience the first time around but now (a few years after graduation) I feel like I have so much more clarity and direction. I could dive much deeper into the material and do more research. I wouldn't feel like I'm drowning in formula after formula. I'm currently working at...
  37. LilyWillows

    Physics Employability with a degree in theoretical physics vs physics

    Hi! I'm currently in my second year of a five year integrated masters degree in physics. When applying, I chose to study just plain physics as I didn't really know what I wanted to do and I didn't want to limit my options. However, for the past year and a half, and honestly before that too, I've...
  38. binbagsss

    Propagating degree of freedom (GR)

    Homework Statement I am trying to follow my lecture notes, attached below, an argument to the number of degrees of freedom from the number of constraints of he Einstein field equations The bit I a man stuck on is the second thumbnail, and the deduction that he righ hand side of 5.18 only has...
  39. CaptainAmerica17

    Programs Don't like my calculus class, but want to be a math major....

    I am currently a junior in high school and recently, my guidance counselor has been asking me a lot of questions about what I want to major in. Within the last 6-8 months, I have been leaning heavily towards a math major. That was until I started my calc class this year... I'm in AP Calc BC...
  40. C

    Programs Prerequisites for degree in materials science

    In the UK you would need good grades at A-levels (age 18) in maths, physics and chemistry to start a three year BSc or four year MEng in Materials science. Some universities offer an additional 1 year foundation course if you don't quite have the required grades or possibly a missing subject...
  41. Eclair_de_XII

    Other I learned that my degree won't arrive in the mail until July

    I graduate on the eleventh of May, and I am told that I won't be able to receive my college degree until sometime in July. I'm wondering now what I'm supposed to do during that time period. Should I get an extra job to fill the time and save up to move somewhere? Should I try out for that RIPS...
  42. Helmholtzerton

    Balun Transformer vs. 180 Degree Hybrid Coupler?

    Is there a big difference between these two devices? It appears a signal can be applied to one port of a balun, which will generate two signals 180 degrees out of phase with respect to each other on two of the other ports of the device. The results can be achieved with a 180 hybrid coupler...
  43. A

    Programs Can I do a degree in physics even if I haven't taken any yet?

    Hello everyone! I wanted to get a little advice here. I am in India and studying UK education system (IGCSE). So, I didn't take physics as a subject and now I am regretting it because it's too late. Can I do a degree in physics even if I don't have it? I have pretty good knowledge about the...
  44. Eclair_de_XII

    How to show that a 5-th degree polynomial has a root?

    Homework Statement "Show that for some ##x\in ℝ##, that ##x^5+2x^4+3x^3+2x^2+x=1##." Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution Okay, so I know from Descartes' rule of sign that the function ##f(x)=x^5+2x^4+3x^3+2x^2+x-1## has exactly one positive root, since the sign of the coefficients...
  45. Death eater

    When boiling water, what is the degree of freedom inside the vapour dome?

    When water converts to steam while boiling a vapour dome can be formed, what is the degree of freedom inside this vapour dome and on the saturated points?
  46. K

    Programs Should I Change My Degree to Computer Science?

    The current degree I'm enrolled in at my junior college is associate in arts. Since I want to go into Computer Science once I transfer should I change my degree to associate in science instead? P.S. I used the degree progress tracker on my student account and from what it tells me I only need...
  47. Felipe Lincoln

    I Polarizing filter not extinguish the wave although 90 degree polarizers

    When a non-polarized electromagnetic wave cross a polarizer filter, its intensity drops to a half. Then this now polarized wave cross a polarizer such that it has 90 degree compared to the other. The wave is completely vanished. But if we put another polarizer with, let's say 45 degree in...
  48. Y

    MHB When the temperature when degree Celsius is equal to degree Fahrenheit

    Q7, b is where I got stuck
  49. Evo

    Hiring managers say lying about your degree could cost you your job

    Before you send in that resume, you should read this. continued... https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/hiring-mangers-share-no-1-165600928.html
  50. RJLiberator

    Other Just got Phy+Math Degree, Waiting for Grad School, what to do

    I'm looking for suggestions on ways to: a) Make some money b) Get valuable experience that looks good on my grad school application My timeline: Right now it is September 2018. I will be taking the Physics GRE in September 2019/Oct. 2019. I'll be applying for Physics Grad Schools soon after...
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