What is Undergrad: Definition and 908 Discussions

Undergraduate education is education conducted after secondary education and prior to postgraduate education. It typically includes all postsecondary programs up to the level of a bachelor's degree. For example, in the United States, an entry-level university student is known as an undergraduate, while students of higher degrees are known as graduate students. In some other educational systems, undergraduate education is postsecondary education up to the level of a master's degree; this is the case for some science courses in Britain and some medicine courses in Europe.

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    Schools University of Rochester or Boston University (for physics undergrad)?

    Hi, I am an international student who has been admitted to Rochester and BU. I am having a difficult time deciding which college to attend. As an aspiring physicist, I plan on going to a graduate school for physics after completing undergrad. I think the Geneva Physics Program (study abroad @...
  2. J

    Schools Ohio State Physics | Reviews & Experiences

    Does anybody here have any experience with Ohio States’s undergraduate physics program? If so, what stuck out to you and what did you like/dislike about it?
  3. astroman707

    Courses What undergrad electives should be taken when pursuing astrophysics?

    Hi, I go to a small liberal arts college and I'm majoring in physics. The college I attend has a VERY unique academic curriculum, with few required core courses, and one can have an oxford style tutorial in almost any area in physics, no matter how advanced. I want to pursue graduate school in...
  4. Minwell

    Schools Choosing the Right University: Experiences and Suggestions

    Hello everyone. I am currently a senior in a high school in Canada and I am deciding on which university to go. I now have offers from University of Toronto, Waterloo, and probably British Columbia and McGill. Although my preference is Toronto, I am still wondering if anybody else in this forum...
  5. J

    Courses What are the challenging undergrad physics courses?

    Are there any courses in the standard undergrad physics curriculum that tend to be more challenging than others?
  6. D

    Studying Is this math book enough for self-studying undergrad physics?

    I'm talking about "Mathematical Tools for Physics by James Nearing". https://www.amazon.com/dp/048648212X/?tag=pfamazon01-20 it seems it cover lots of math... but it feels like it's just a reference book.. will it be enough? or should i get more specialized books to learn each subject thoroughly?
  7. SebastianRM

    Tangential Component of Centrifugal Acceleration

    The thing is in page p.347 Taylor, it is said that the component is: g_tan = Omega^2*Rsin(theta)cos(theta) However the angle between the centrifugal Force and the axis normal to the direction of the grav Force is actually 90 - theta, I am not really getting where I am going wrong understanding...
  8. Boltzman Oscillation

    Classical Book for research of the photoelectric effect?

    Hi, I am not sure if this is the right place to post this but i need help finding resources for the photoelectric effect? I need to write a research paper but I do not know what I could read. The paper is for an undergrad physics course so I don't need much detail, I just need to explain the...
  9. icesalmon

    Courses Where do signal engineers go after Undergrad?

    I'm going into my sr. year in EE and I want to focus as much as I can on signal engineering for my technical electives(digital filter deisgn, digital signal processing, comm. systems, antenna theory etc.) and I was curious where a path in that field would take me if i decided to go to graduate...
  10. I

    Aerospace undergrad @Purdue -- How do I get a job in Canada?

    HI, I am in my third year at Purdue University. Born Canadian but raised in the US. I wanted to get a job in Canada but don't know where to start...anyone have any suggestions? Do I just start sending a mass email to all companies and hope it ends up in front of the right person?
  11. M

    What should one look for in an undergrad math program?

    Hi, A friend of mine wishes to pursue an undergrad in mathematics. He is looking at undergrad math programs offered by local universities. He is not sure what career he wants to pursue ultimately but want to have a solid foundation in mathematics. What are some important factors one should...
  12. Joshua G

    Exploring Physics: A Newcomer's Guide to PF

    Hey all, I'm Josh. I am currently working in a B.S. in Physics. I am brand new to the subject and am still intimidated by it, but hopefully this forum will be able to help me out a little. Thanks for reading, talk soon:)
  13. StillLearningToronto

    I General Q: How do you measure a Galaxy's distance?

    If I am given the variable of time (observed), and diameter is it possible to measure the distance of a galaxy? Or do I need more variables? Just trying to figure out the most simple way to go about doing something like that.
  14. N

    Programs Undergraduate Minors that are helpful for petroleum industry careers

    I am currently a Sophomore, studying chemical engineering at Drexel University. After college, I want to pursue a career in the downstream petroleum industry. However, I am unsure of what minor would help me get closer to reaching my goal. I have heard business and mathematics minors are great...
  15. SystemA

    Programs Preparing for Undergrad Physics: Advice Needed

    Hello there! As the title of this thread suggests, I am looking for recommendations in terms of identifying the areas and skills that I should be working on and the materials that I would need to do so. But first, please allow me to give you a little bit of context to work with. Both my...
  16. Luke Coughlin

    Other Undergrad searching for advice in an academic career

    I dream of getting a PhD someday and focussing on astrophysics. I would want to work near the west coast so I could take advantage of their clear night sky. I'm only about 45 credits into my undergrad and would appreciate any tips I could implement while moving forward in this career. Also, what...
  17. M

    Physics Career outlook for a 38 y/o starting physics undergrad?

    Hello everyone. A little bit on me.. I am 37, live in nyc, and have one more semester to catch up with calculus and other prerequisites. After that I will be starting a BS in Physics. I have an associates degree in radiologic technology, but found it very difficult to find work in my field. I...
  18. CDL

    Studying Higher Year Physics Studies with a Shaky Foundation

    I have just finished my first semester of third year undergraduate physics, and have a 3-4 week break before my next semester, in which I will be taking a third course in electromagnetism (classical electrodynamics). It is my second course with a full focus on electromagnetism, since in first...
  19. Luke Coughlin

    Tips for Pursuing a Career in Astrophysics

    Hello everyone, I began using this for help with some concept homework questions for my physics 1 course. I dream of getting a PhD someday and focussing on astrophysics. I would want to work near the west coast so I could take advantage of their clear night sky. I'm only about 60 credits into my...
  20. theenigma017

    Other Stuff you should do in undergrad besides studying the course

    What should i do during my UG physics course other than following what is taught at college, like doing internships ?
  21. E

    Programs Switching from a biomedical physics major to physics

    I'm currently doing a biomedical physics major because it's the best choice to follow the med school track in something physics related, and is a really good fallback plan as my advisor described it. Now my true passion is in physics and I really want to get a PhD later on, so if I didn't make...
  22. AryaKimiaghalam

    Schools Mathematics and Physics (undergrad) at University of Toronto

    Hi guys! I'm starting my first year at u of t studying math and physics specialist. I was wondering if there is anybody who completed this program or is still doing it now. I wanted to know what is its level of difficulty and how is the educational environment. Please tell me your experiences I...
  23. C

    Programs SF Bay Area night/part time undergrad physics programs?

    Does anyone know of any night B.S. Physics programs in the SF Bay Area? I can't switch jobs or stop working full time. I don't have the luxury to go back to school full time, nor extra financial support. I want to go back to school for a completely different career path. I currently have a...
  24. A

    Courses Figuring out which (undergrad) classes to take

    I have spent the past few months incredibly conflicted. I just finished my freshman year of undergrad (at a 4-year American university) and I have discovered Biophysics, a field which I really want to pursue. However, I still love math and want to continue with my Applied Math major. I'm afraid...
  25. M

    Image Formation in Galilei Binoculars: Solving for the Image Position

    Homework Statement A galileibinocular consists of two lenses with ƒobjective = +30 cm and ƒokular = -10 cm. The distance between the lenses is 30 cm and the binocular is aimed at an object 90 cm away from the objective lens. Where is the image of the object seen through the binoculars? (the...
  26. K

    Programs Physic undergrad and material minor?

    Okay there's a lot to chow down here but I am at a standstill. Ultimately there are too many variables and unknowns but I need a framework. I am transferring over to ASU from a community college and have declared physics as my major. This is something I have planned on for a while because I am...
  27. Dan8420

    Schools Electrical Engineering Undergrad - WVU vs. Pitt

    Hey all, I am currently torn between West Virginia University (WVU) and University of Pittsburgh (Pitt) as far as school choice goes for my undergrad in Electrical Engineering. From everything I am reading online, Pitt is the better school academically, but I would like some input from some...
  28. G

    Programs Best Engineering Major for Undergrad?

    Hello everyone, Well I’m at that crossroads where I need to make a decision about what I should start moving towards as it relates to a degree, so I figured I’d get y’all’s input. So, my situation is a little bit of a complex one. Here goes: I am a senior in HS, and have been accepted to...
  29. R

    Schools Which physics undergrad program?

    Hi, My son has to choose among these universities for an undergrad major in physics: Stony Brook, Colorado-Boulder, Georgia Tech, Santa-Barbara, Wisconsin-Madison, Boston University and Case Western. Which one offers the best undergrad program in physics if he wants to go for PhD in Theoretical...
  30. P

    Schools Which school from these choices for undergrad physics?

    Hello! I've been lurking here and have read lots of interesting opinions and information on various physics programs as we worked through the college application process with my son. (He lurks in other areas of this site.) We've received the last results we were waiting for on his undergrad...
  31. Michael Sullivan

    Other Undergrad: What are Research Procedures supposed to be?

    I am starting some undergraduate research with Cs-137 and Co-60 gamma-ray shielding. I'm looking for gamma-ray attenuation as well as energy spectra of the gamma-rays through backscattering and a NaI scintillation counter. I wrote an abstract, designed the testing equipment and set-up and what...
  32. B

    Studying Maths for an undergrad to learn on the side

    I am currently a first year undergraduate student studying physics in the UK. I will have some time over the summer and was wondering what maths it would be useful to self study as I will have access to my university's lecture notes and problem sets for all of their maths courses. By the end of...
  33. Gene Naden

    Calculus Advanced undergrad text on Calculus and Differential eqns

    Hi, I have a masters in physics but it is decades old and I am a little rusty. Plus, I didn't study calculus and differential equations carefully or systematically, as I was young and arrogant (not to say that all young people are arrogant, but I was). Returning to physics now, I find that I can...
  34. Gene Naden

    Classical Undergrad Classical Mechanics with Hamiltonian formulation

    I am looking for an undergraduate textbook on Classical Mechanics that includes Hamiltonian and Lagrangian formulations. One reason for this is that I am interested in quantization and second quantization. It should include treatment of harmonics oscillators. Thanks!
  35. I

    Admissions Admission to top school a possibility? (undergrad)

    Hi! I'm currently a junior in high school, and going to a top school for physics has been my dream forever. I go to an extremely difficult prep school in New England, so I don't have perfect grades (no one in my school does), but colleges usually know my school's rigor. Anyways, I got a...
  36. Gene Naden

    Classical Looking for a textbook of undergrad E&M, for Physics Forum Help that I give

    I sometimes post answers to threads people post about E&M. Unfortunately, my Masters in physics was 40 years ago and I am a little rusty. I am looking for something that will help me answer people's questions. The level of math can be fairly sophisticated as I have brushed up a bit.
  37. M

    Studying How hard is undergrad physics with no physics background?

    Hello, I'll try and keep it short and sweet. I'm 21, female and left school at 17 due to depression caused by the death of a loved. I did not finish high school. I was bright in English and History related subjects and always excelled but didn't take notice of maths or science until recent...
  38. N

    Schools Canadian universities for physics undergrad program

    Hello Physics Forum members! I have come to this section of the forum to ask a question that I am sure has been asked many time before on this forum; which Canadian university/universities offer the best physics undergrad program/s. I am in high school and I wish to enter become a physicist...
  39. Connor

    Schools Will I still be able to get into a college for undergrad?

    I'm currently at a community college planning on transferring to a 4 year college next fall. The issue is a couple of years ago I got arrested for a misdemeanor (that I wasn't convicted for) and is now expunged. My question is can I still get into a state college to get my bachelors or am I...
  40. Delta31415

    Schools Colorado Boulder physics undergrad

    So recently I was accepted into CU Boulder COS&A for physics :) I was wondering how good is the physics program( I know its good but I have heard bad things as well). how good is it education wise(research-wise I know it's near the NIST), however, its a large state school does this impact it...
  41. I

    Admissions Issues with undergrad GPA, Masters Applications

    Greetings All, So I've received my first round of rejections from schools, and I must admit I am a bit surprised. This is my second degree, with my first being in EE from 12 years ago. At that time I had pretty severe (and documentable) mental health issues, and this really held me back...
  42. R

    Programs Master's degree without ABET undergrad

    Hi all, I'm currently applying to a master's program in engineering. The program seems to be great except for one caveat - it's not ABET accredited. Nor do I think are any master's programs (correct me if I'm wrong on that). This isn't a problem for most applicants who have an ABET undergrad...
  43. V

    Studying How Can I go about learning physics in under 2 months? (starting undergrad in Feb 2018)

    I know it may sound ridiculous but I hope you can give me some great advice. I am starting undergrad school next year (end of feb). I’m doing a physics degree and well here’s my dilemma... I left school at 17 because of health issues and next year will be the first time I’ll be in education...
  44. Mary Abgarian

    Physics How to decide on my career path?

    I do like science a lot and I am good at it when i study. I also enjoy research as i have had 2 research internships which i enjoyed. But recently, for my physics 103, i had a professor that seemed to like have answers to everything, and it made me somewhat uninterested in the subject for...
  45. V

    Studying What mathematics do I need to study before I enter undergrad

    Hello I’m 21 years old and recently got accepted to start a bachelor of science degree in physics. This will be starting next February. I had left school at 17 due serious health issues so since school I’ve worked and also traveled to multiple countries, which for me was amazing. In school I...
  46. Felix Gonzales

    Other Transitioning from Physics to Bio-mechanical Engineering

    I know this isn't "EngineeringForums" but I'm curious if anyone has any experience with taking a physics undergrad degree and then studying engineering for their masters. I have a couple engineering friends and the math is basically the same so far, though is there anything I should know? Study...
  47. starstruck_

    Physics undergrad looking to buy a new laptop

    Hey! So, I’m a first year physics student and I’m (finally) getting a new laptop. I bought an acer laptop with 4 GB RAM and dual core processing at the beginning of high school, just something to get me through, but it’s not working for me anymore. It’s super slow, freezes a lot ( I lost a 10...
  48. O

    Courses What upper division undergrad courses for CS?

    Hey everyone, The Short Story: I need to choose 5 classes from the below list that will make me marketable after graduation aside from an internship. The Long Story: I'll be entering my final semesters this coming year. I, mostly, have only electives left. I have to take at least 5 courses...
  49. R

    Courses Math Classes for Accelerator Physics PhD

    Hello! I am an undergraduate physics major with a minor in mathematics. I'm very interested in accelerator physics and would like to pursue a PhD in it eventually. However, I am not sure what math classes would be best to take for this. For our math minor, we can take any five upper division...
  50. R

    Courses Grad vs undergrad difficulty and workload

    I'm going to be taking graduate physics courses this semester and I need to decide how many to take. My question is how does the difficulty and work load of graduate physics courses generally compare to upper level undergraduate physics courses. I know there is variation between courses and...
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