What are Possible Thesis Topics for Atmospheric Physics?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around potential master thesis topics in atmospheric physics, particularly for someone transitioning from a bachelor's degree in physics. Participants explore various avenues for topic selection, data sources, and the academic process involved in choosing a thesis topic.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Homework-related
  • Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests that there are numerous possible thesis topics and recommends consulting a thesis supervisor for guidance.
  • Another participant mentions a specific topic related to storm systems on Mars as an example of a potential thesis area.
  • Questions arise regarding where to find data on the atmospheres of other planets and recommendations for books on atmospheric physics.
  • One participant proposes various applications for predictive models, such as forecasting droughts, dust storms, and wildfires, as potential thesis topics.
  • Concerns are expressed about the appropriateness of the original poster's questions given their academic background and time away from college.
  • There is a suggestion that students typically do not choose their own thesis topics but rather follow the guidance of their institutions and supervisors.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that consulting a thesis supervisor is essential, but there is no consensus on specific thesis topics or the process of selecting them, as experiences and institutional practices vary.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the lack of specific data sources mentioned for planetary atmospheres and the variability in thesis selection processes across different institutions.

Who May Find This Useful

Students considering a master's degree in atmospheric physics or related fields, as well as those interested in thesis topic selection and academic guidance in STEM disciplines.

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Can you suggest possible master thesis topics relating to atmospheric physics? I have a bachelor's degree in physics and I mostly comfortable in numerical and theoretical physics. Since this field is somewhat new to me, I need to have a number of options on what topics to choose from.

Thank you in advance.
 
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There are literally thousands possible ... what you need to do is approach a thesis supervisor and see what they suggest.
It is unlikely that you will have much choice anyway.

One of my suggested MSc topics was to do with storm systems on Mars :)
 
Thank you for your reply. Speaking of the atmosphere of other planets, where can I get data for these?

Also, is there a good book on atmospheric physics?
 
Improving predictive models for things like droughts that could damage agriculture in regions where the people already struggle to feed themselves? Forecasting dust storms that could wreck havoc on a nations agricultural economy (China, for example). Predictive models showing regions most at risk to wildfires? The list goes on.
 
ecastro said:
Thank you for your reply. Speaking of the atmosphere of other planets, where can I get data for these?

Also, is there a good book on atmospheric physics?
... you have BSc, contemplating a MSc ... and these are the questions you are asking?
I take it you have been away from college for a while?

It's like I said: ask whoever is to supervise you. At Auckland University MSc students got 1 year theoretical - which was mostly to bring students up to speed with the research areas the University supported, and let the various profs have a look at them. Then students would approach likely supervisors - or projects would recruit likely looking students in the program.
That first year is where I learned what my options would be.

Different tertiary institutions do things in other ways, but it would be extremely unusual for a Master's student to pick their own topic.
So start with the college you want to do your post-grad work in, see what their research programs are, and read around those to see what interests you as an application of your skills. Definitely seek advise from the college masters program organizers - there's usually a dean or something.
 
Simon Bridge said:
... you have BSc, contemplating a MSc ... and these are the questions you are asking?
I take it you have been away from college for a while?

Thank you for your advise. Yes, I have been away from college for a while, a little more than 3 years since I graduated from college.
 

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