Necessary knowledge condensed matter physics

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A solid foundation in quantum mechanics is essential for studying condensed matter physics, as it facilitates a deeper understanding of the subject. To prepare for graduate studies in this diverse field, students should complete a core curriculum in physics, along with elective courses in statistical mechanics, electromagnetism, fluid dynamics, chemistry, materials science, and programming or computational physics. There is no specific course that guarantees readiness for all aspects of condensed matter physics, highlighting the need for a broad and comprehensive educational background.
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Could someone tell me about what I must have as a knowledge to study condensed matter physics ?
 
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Could someone tell me about what I must have as a knowledge to study condensed matter physics ?
I think having a reasonable base of quantum mechanics helps you to study condense matter physics more conveniently.
 
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Could someone tell me about what I must have as a knowledge to study condensed matter physics ?


To go to graduate school for CM? It's a large and diverse field of physics. You'll need the basic core curriculum in physics, elective classes in statistical mechanics, fluids, E&M, chemistry, materials science, programming, or computational physics are useful areas of further study. There is no "you did this class, so now you're good to go to study all of condensed matter physics!" It just doesn't work that way.
 
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