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Is it possible to do a Masters in Condensed Matter theory and then a PhD in high energy physics?
failexam said:Is it possible to do a Masters in Condensed Matter theory and then a PhD in high energy physics?
ZapperZ said:Secondly, why would someone want to take a circuitous route to doing a PhD in HEP by first doing a MSc in another area of physics? Thirdly, what is prompting someone to switch in mid-stream?
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radium said:If you are going straight to a PhD program (like in the US), no one cares about your masters. If you take a certain number of classes, you'll get a masters, if you don't then you won't. So you should take classes relevant to what you will be doing your PhD in.
radium said:You need two semesters of QFT, and if you want to do holography, which people do from both HET and CMT backgrounds nowadays, you will need GR.
radium said:The other thing to note is that a lot of people in HET have started to become interested in CMT over the past decade. For example,there is a professor famous in string theory who just wrote a paper on the fractional quantum Hall effect.
radium said:Additionally, many people who are/where string theorists or in quantum gravity have been studying CM systems using the holographic correspondence. There are a lot of holography postdocs I know who did their PhD in HET but their postdoc working more with CMT people.
A Masters in cmt-th, or Condensed Matter Theory, is a graduate degree program that focuses on the theoretical understanding of the physical properties of materials and their behavior at the atomic and molecular level. This field combines principles from physics, chemistry, and mathematics to study the structure, properties, and dynamics of materials.
A PhD in hep-th, or High Energy Physics Theory, is a doctoral degree program that focuses on the theoretical study of the fundamental particles and forces that make up the universe. This field combines principles from physics, mathematics, and computer science to understand the behavior of matter and energy at the smallest scales.
Graduates with a Masters in cmt-th or PhD in hep-th often pursue careers in research and academia, working in universities, national laboratories, and private research institutions. They may also find opportunities in industries such as technology, energy, and materials science.
Strong mathematical and analytical skills, as well as a deep understanding of physics and its principles, are essential for success in these programs. Additionally, the ability to think critically and creatively, and to work independently and collaboratively, is crucial for conducting original research in these fields.
A Masters in cmt-th program typically takes 2-3 years to complete, while a PhD in hep-th program can take 4-6 years. The length of these programs may vary depending on the specific institution and the student's pace of progress. Additionally, completing a thesis or dissertation is often a requirement for both degrees, which can add additional time to the program.