Where could i go after bachelor's degree

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The discussion revolves around options for pursuing further studies after obtaining a bachelor's degree in math or physics, with a focus on finding suitable master's or PhD programs abroad, particularly in English-speaking countries. Participants explore funding opportunities, living costs, and the prestige of various institutions.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire to study abroad after their bachelor's degree, aiming for a PhD in theoretical physics, while highlighting the importance of funding and motivation.
  • Another participant suggests that obtaining funding for PhD studies may be easier in the US compared to Europe, mentioning that there are more institutions with lower admission standards.
  • A participant clarifies that they will need to complete a master's degree before pursuing a PhD, indicating a timeline of at least two more years of education.
  • Concerns are raised about the high cost of living and education in the UK and US, with suggestions for master's programs in non-English speaking countries that are taught in English, specifically mentioning programs in Utrecht and LMU.
  • One participant notes the presence of good universities in Dublin and mentions the community of Polish people there.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the feasibility and desirability of studying in the UK or US due to costs and funding availability. There is no consensus on the best path forward, as opinions vary regarding the value of studying abroad and the implications for future PhD applications.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention the high costs associated with living and studying in Western Europe and the potential impact of obtaining a master's degree on future PhD applications, but do not resolve these issues.

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After obtaining bachelor's degree, i would like to continue my studies abroad (and I'm from Poland). I'm really interested in math/physics and highly motivated to get PhD in future - this is my aim.

I'm looking for as prestige (and by prestige i mean best conditions for studying and stuff like that) as possible, in english-speaking country from EU.

I can't afford to fund study by myself, with is very important (Cambridge may be awesome, but that doesn't matter if i won't be able to pay for my expenses). My only asset(trump?) is high motivation and passion :>

And what I'm interested in is being Theoretician Physicst.

I'm looking for anything, that could be helppful in my situation.

resuming: I'm poor and motivated. Studing in poland atm, but want to leave country after bachelor's degree. My aim is getting PhD(abroad). And waiting for your advices.
 
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From what I've heard from friends in the UK and Europe, it's easier to get funding to studying for your PhD in the US than in Europe. And we have a lot more institutions with lower standards if your motivation doesn't include fantastic grades or publications (although you'll still need good grades).
 
I still need to get Master. or go to studies that cover master's degree and lead you straight to PhD. Anyway, I am not planning to make PhD AFTER bachelor's, I'm going to need atleast 2 more years of education.
 
From our point of view cost of living and education in UK/US is insane so I wouldn't go there now. As far as I know there are at least 2 interesting MSc programs (not in english-speaking countries but taught in english). First is in Utrecht (physics and research oriented) and 2nd is in LMU (math oriented):


http://www.uu.nl/EN/informationfor/internationalstudents/theoreticalphysics/Pages/study.aspx"

http://www.theorie.physik.uni-muenchen.de/TMP/index.html"

However I would still ask for an advice someone who is knowledgeable in this matter - living in western europe is still expensive (about 800 - 1000 € per month) and maybe doing MSc abroad won't increase your chance for getting accepted into high-ranked PhD program. If you have any questions pm.
 
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Dublin has a few good universities. there's plenty of Polish people here too.
 

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