Whats you schedual for next semester look like?

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The discussion revolves around participants sharing their course schedules for the upcoming semester, covering a variety of subjects across different educational levels, including high school and university. The scope includes theoretical, practical, and exploratory courses in fields such as physics, mathematics, economics, and the humanities.

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  • Participants share their individual schedules, with some focusing on STEM subjects like physics and mathematics, while others list humanities and social sciences courses.
  • One participant expresses frustration about not being able to fit astronomy into their schedule.
  • There is a mention of different educational systems, with one participant noting that their university typically allows only four subjects per semester.
  • Several participants discuss the naming conventions and course levels for similar subjects, such as Advanced Calculus and Real Analysis, highlighting differences in course numbering and expectations.
  • Some participants express excitement about their upcoming semester and the courses they are taking, while others reflect on past experiences with challenging subjects.
  • There are humorous exchanges regarding the perceived demographics of certain classes, particularly in psychology.
  • One participant shares a detailed list of courses from a past semester, indicating a mix of advanced topics and general education classes.

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Participants generally agree on the diversity of courses available but express differing opinions on course loads and preferences. There is no consensus on the best approach to scheduling or the value of specific subjects.

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Some participants mention waitlists for courses, indicating that their schedules may change based on course availability. There are also references to different educational systems and grading structures that may affect course selection.

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Students planning their course schedules, educators interested in curriculum comparisons, and individuals curious about the variety of subjects studied across different educational contexts.

  • #31
I notice that most people here take a wide variety of subjects - both in the sciences and the arts. It's quite unusual for people in Brunei to be well-rounded academically in that way.

I'm now in my second last year in high school (the school year started in March), and like most other 'science-stream' students at my school, I am taking 5 A-Level courses:

1. Physics
2. Chemistry
3. Biology
4. Mathematics
5. General Studies

We don't have any fancy names for our subjects, since the range of courses available at my school is quite limited...I think it works in almost the same way as in the UK. I'm likely to continue study in all 5 subjects in the next school year, although there is a possibility that I might be doing further maths.
 
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  • #32
Nylex said:
You spelt "schedule" wrong.

If the fate of mankind depended on my spelling we would all be doomed.

In the UK, we don't really get to do stuff from other departments besides our own.

I see...well I suppose that's not a bad thing...certainly would make you knowledgeable in your particular subject...

Regards,
 
  • #33
MATH 302 - Modern Algebra
MATH 370 - Mathematical Model Building
MATH 414 - Topology
PHYS 320 - Classical Mechanics
PHYS 380 - Methods of Experimental Physics
PHYS 510 - Mathematical Physics
 
  • #34
I took two courses this summer to start off second year so I can just take four courses each semester this year and stay on schedule.

MATH 200 - Multivariable Calculus
PHYS 214 - Laboratory Electronics
ASTR 200A - General Astronomy I
PHIL 100 - Intro Philosophy

I also took ASTR 200B (General Astronomy II) and MUS 111 (Fundamentals of Music) this summer.

It's 19 hours per week, which is ok I guess. What sucks is that I was forced to take a bunch of 8:30 classes. My earliest class in the last year has been 11:00. It's going to be mighty tough getting up at that time.
 
  • #35
ill be taking nothing! lmao