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The Moon Gauge
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After graduating with 2-years Masters in TP, I wish to return to academia by undertaking a PhD in theoretical physics and I have A LOT of questions since I am aware that it is a, extremely competitive area especially when you were out of the game for a while, about 5 years for me…
- What are the best countries in Europe to be working for a PhD in TP? I am thinking to apply in UK.
- If I apply in the USA will I have to take an exam and perform the programme in 5 years given that I already hold a Master so could directly skip to the 3 year?
- What are the most decisive parts of my future application I should absolutely focus on?
- Are profiles like mine common? Do academic staff checking application value less those who were out of academia for a while?
- Any tips to find a (graduate) research position in TP while before applying to a PhD? I am even ready to do it part-time for free if it will strengthen my application.
- If for whatever reason my Master dissertation was not really a success, is there a way to compensate this in my future application or is it the end?
- Regarding the recommendation letters, the latest for me would be from 2015. Do you think that would be prejudicial if I apply in 202X’something?
- I am also planning to revise my main modules of advanced master classes in order to be “ready” to start and maybe take some time before applying so that I can craft my programming skills and other technical skills needed for a PhD, do you think it is a good idea or should I start straight a PhD?
- Do you think that hiring an expert in academic applications is worth it? If yes do you have any suggestion of firms (made of physics PhD) to advise?
- What are the best areas where I could network to meet potential mentors/supervisor for my future PhD?
- Anyone undertaking a PhD while working at the same time? I really would like to get in touch.
- Sorry I am bombarding you with questions for my first post but I am so excited and nervous at the same time