Programs in Computational Physics

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The discussion centers on recommendations for good programs in computational physics, particularly for someone with a background in aerospace engineering and interests in computational fluid dynamics, computational electromagnetics, applied mathematics, and high-performance computing. Several universities are highlighted, including the University of Southern California, Boston University, and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which offer strong programs in these fields. Additionally, Princeton's Program in Applied and Computational Mathematics and Stanford's Institute for Computational and Mathematical Engineering are suggested for those seeking a more mathematics-focused approach. The Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) is mentioned as a reputable source for finding graduate programs in computational science, reinforcing the credibility of the institutions listed.
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Hi all. This question has been asked previously on this forum but there was no reply I think. Which are the good programs for computational physics? I did (am doing) my Bachelor's and Master's in Aerospace Engineering from IIT Bombay. I got interested in CFD at first, but then my senior thesis is in Computational Electromagnetics. I am generally interested in Computational Physics, Applied Mathematics, High Performance Computing, etc.

Can someone suggest me good programs in above fields?

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I'll bump this partially in hopes of seeing some answers myself.

Schools and programs I have been checking out for computational physics include: USC (http://cacs.usc.edu/) - they have a neat program where you can get a PhD in physics while earning an MS in computer science; BU (http://ccs.bu.edu/); Illinois: Urbana-Champaign (http://www.mcc.uiuc.edu/); as well as a couple specific groups at various schools, depending on research interests. For a more math-based approach, perhaps PACM at Princeton (http://www.pacm.princeton.edu/) or Stanford's iCME (http://icme.stanford.edu/).

Good luck!
 
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Some good stuff to look out for. :blushing:

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http://www.tut.ac.za/"

http://www.tuke.sk/tuke?set_language=en&cl=en"

http://www.tuwien.ac.at/tu_vienna/"

http://web.up.ac.za/index.asp
 
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Warlord88 said:
Thanks both you guys.

One of the links I found myself:
"Graduate Programs in Computational Science" - http://www.siam.org/students/resources/cse_programs.php

If SIAM approves of those Institutions then you should feel better choosing anyone of those institutions as well. SIAM a trustworthy brand that publishes great books too.
 
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