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The discussion centers around the quality of the physics program at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and its overall reputation compared to other universities in Florida. Participants share their perspectives on the strengths and weaknesses of FAU's program, as well as alternative institutions to consider.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses concern about the quality of FAU's physics program and suggests that it may not be as strong as those at the University of Florida (UF) and Florida State University (FSU).
  • Another participant mentions that FAU is notable in the field of gravitational/relativistic physics but still considers UF and FSU to be better overall.
  • Concerns are raised regarding the strength of FAU's math coursework compared to UF and FSU, although specific details about FAU's physics coursework are not provided.
  • Research opportunities at FAU are questioned, with a participant suggesting that the university may lack funding compared to other institutions in Florida.
  • A participant from Florida International University (FIU) shares their experience, noting that while FIU has a decent physics department, it also has weak math requirements but offers various research opportunities.
  • Another participant suggests looking into the Wilkes Honors College at FAU for additional academic options.
  • One participant recommends considering New College of Florida as an alternative option for studying physics in Florida.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the quality of FAU's physics program, with multiple competing views expressed regarding its strengths and weaknesses compared to other Florida institutions.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention varying aspects of the programs, including coursework quality, research opportunities, and institutional funding, but do not provide definitive assessments of FAU's physics program.

Who May Find This Useful

Prospective students considering physics programs in Florida, particularly those evaluating FAU and its alternatives.

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How is the physics program at Florida Atlamtic University? Is it a good program? Is the school good in general? I ask this because I am most likely going to end up at this university and I am concerned with the quality. All responses will be greatly appreciated!
 
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I'm familiar with the university but I wouldn't recommend it. In Florida, the top physics you could get at a public institution is at UF and FSU. All other programs are a bit weaker.

Now for FAU. All i know is their math coursework is weak compared to the ones mentioned above. I don't know anything about their physics coursework though. You should see what courses they offer that interest you, read their most recent syllabus, and compare with FSU and UF and make judgements from there.

Research is another issue. And I don't believe FAU has the funding to do much compared to others in Florida.

I wouldn't recommend UM at all if it crosses your mind. Maybe UCF is decent.
 
FAU is a big player in the field of gravitational/relativistic physics.

Like Kungo said, UF and FSU are probably better. UF is top 50 physics school and FSU has the national magnetic laboratory.

I go to FIU and we're an ok physics department, tougher and more organized than UM, but the math requirements are weak. There is a lot of research going on though, I do research in plasma physics and have friends doing research in nuclear physics, biophysics, condensed matter, astrophysics, and education.
 
Just as a "fyi": FAU has the Wilkes Honors College you may wish to look into.
 
If your in Florida, check out New College of Florida.
 

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