Which Master's programme is better?

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The discussion revolves around the choice between two master's programs in physics: a two-year Theoretical Physics track at the University of Amsterdam and a Master of Science in Physics with a focus on quantum physics at the University of Copenhagen. Participants explore logistical concerns, particularly regarding class locations and travel between institutions.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a preference for the University of Amsterdam but raises concerns about the logistical challenges posed by classes being held at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, which is perceived to be far from the main campus.
  • Another participant suggests contacting a representative at the University of Amsterdam to clarify scheduling and course selection limitations, questioning the feasibility of the program's logistics.
  • A third participant challenges the notion that the distance between the two universities is significant, arguing that in the context of Amsterdam, distances are relatively small.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the logistical concerns of the program at the University of Amsterdam, with differing views on the significance of distance between the two institutions.

Contextual Notes

There are unresolved assumptions regarding the actual travel times and scheduling logistics between the two universities, as well as the implications for course selection.

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I was recently accepted into two master's programs. One is the two-year track Theoretical Physics in The Master's programme Physics and Astronomy, a joint degree with Universiteit of Amsterdam. The other is the Master of Science Programme (MSc) in Physics track "quantum Physics" of the university of Copenhagen. I'm not sure which project I should choose. I prefer the university of Amsterdam, but it seems that this project is associated with Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, and the website says that some classes are held at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. It seems that the two schools are far apart, and I'm worried about the trouble it might cause. Has anyone finished this programme? The official site does not show the location of any course.
 
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Matt Smith said:
I prefer the university of Amsterdam, but it seems that this project is associated with Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, and the website says that some classes are held at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. It seems that the two schools are far apart, and I'm worried about the trouble it might cause. Has anyone finished this programme? The official site does not show the location of any course.
Since you have not received any response, I would recommend that you contact a representative at the University of Amsterdam and voice your concerns about scheduling and whether that unduly limits your course selection. It would be odd for a university to setup a program that's logistically not viable; i.e., setting up back-to-back classes at two different locations with insufficient travel time.
 
Matt Smith said:
It seems that the two schools are far apart
In the Netherlands, nothing can be far apart from anything else. Let alone in Amsterdam -- a village with 1/30 of the number of inhabitants of Shanghai. Look at the map.
 
BvU said:
Look at the map.

Very good advice.
 

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