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Bleys
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Hello there.
I'm currently applying to several Master's programs in mathematics around the UK (and also elsewhere in Europe). I'm interested in algebra or (algebraic) number theory, but I'm keeping my options open to explore more areas before I consider, and apply for, doctorate studies (which is why I'm going through a master's to begin with).
Now I've applied to Cambridge for the Part III MASt. I had only heard about this program in December from someone who was attending. He swore by it. I looked through it and it seemed very promising: very wide selection of courses, and from what I hear it's tough (and I'm really keen on some demanding regiment, because Bachelor studies at my uni was not what I expected; you know, routine assignments and exams (I'm guessing to have the required pass rate of students), tough/interesting material omitted or not included in assessments, etc...).
But I've been reading on some forums and around, and now I'm not really sure anymore. I've heard some pretty negative things, like: overrated (particularly because of prestige), the part III is easy to enter ergo not what it's cracked up to be, 100% taught is not good preparation for research, part III is aimed more at DAMTP. Now I don't know what to think.
I've applied to Imperial and Warwick as well, which my professors told me have very good math departments (not to mention finances there are somewhat more doable for me, though that's not a big issue).
I just want a solid master's program which will give me some good basis for PhD studies. I'd appreciate any constructive input.
Thank you in advance!
I'm currently applying to several Master's programs in mathematics around the UK (and also elsewhere in Europe). I'm interested in algebra or (algebraic) number theory, but I'm keeping my options open to explore more areas before I consider, and apply for, doctorate studies (which is why I'm going through a master's to begin with).
Now I've applied to Cambridge for the Part III MASt. I had only heard about this program in December from someone who was attending. He swore by it. I looked through it and it seemed very promising: very wide selection of courses, and from what I hear it's tough (and I'm really keen on some demanding regiment, because Bachelor studies at my uni was not what I expected; you know, routine assignments and exams (I'm guessing to have the required pass rate of students), tough/interesting material omitted or not included in assessments, etc...).
But I've been reading on some forums and around, and now I'm not really sure anymore. I've heard some pretty negative things, like: overrated (particularly because of prestige), the part III is easy to enter ergo not what it's cracked up to be, 100% taught is not good preparation for research, part III is aimed more at DAMTP. Now I don't know what to think.
I've applied to Imperial and Warwick as well, which my professors told me have very good math departments (not to mention finances there are somewhat more doable for me, though that's not a big issue).
I just want a solid master's program which will give me some good basis for PhD studies. I'd appreciate any constructive input.
Thank you in advance!