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Hello! Could someone tell me what they are studying in the first three years (undergradute) in condensed matter physics.
In undergraduate studies of condensed matter physics, students typically focus on general physics concepts rather than specializing in specific areas until graduate school. The curriculum primarily covers foundational physics topics up to around 1930, with limited specialization in fields such as condensed matter physics, particle physics, or optics. Students are encouraged to consult university websites for detailed course offerings. The discussion emphasizes the importance of a broad physics education during the undergraduate years.
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Ok so what they are studying in the first three years before graduate school?Vanadium 50 said:In general, one does not specialize until graduate school.
I'm already studying physics of condensed matter, but I want to know if there are some missing modules that we didn't study or something like that.Timo said:I think the crucial point that Vanadium implied but did not explicitly state is that usually there is little to no specialization before grad school. That is, you study physics. Not condensed mater physics, particle physics, biophysics, atomic physics, optics or the forum-notorious "theoretical physics". There may be a few exceptions, though. So it might help if you could clarify why you are asking about an undergrad program for condensed matter physics.