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I've been considering a degree at the UAM due to the fact its incredibly cheaper than in the US. Any thoughts if this is a good idea?
Would going to Spain to study physics be a good idea?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion centers around the potential benefits and considerations of studying physics at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM) in Spain, particularly in relation to the cost of tuition compared to institutions in the United States. Participants explore aspects such as affordability, language proficiency, and personal experiences related to studying abroad.
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- Exploratory
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- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant considers pursuing a degree at UAM due to its lower tuition costs compared to the US.
- Several participants question the claim about UAM's affordability, seeking clarification on whether it is indeed cheaper than all US colleges.
- Another participant confirms that tuition at UAM is approximately $1,000 per year, which they find appealing.
- A participant expresses interest in touring the university and contacting an advisor, indicating a proactive approach to the decision.
- Language proficiency is raised as a concern, with one participant questioning whether the original poster is fluent enough in Spanish to handle complex physics concepts.
- The original poster asserts their fluency in Spanish, stating it is their first language, but acknowledges that their English is slightly better.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express varying levels of agreement regarding the affordability of UAM compared to US institutions, with some seeking clarification and others accepting the cost as a positive factor. The discussion around language proficiency also indicates differing views on its importance for studying physics in Spain.
Contextual Notes
There are unresolved questions regarding the comparison of tuition costs and the implications of language fluency for academic success in a foreign environment.
Who May Find This Useful
Individuals considering studying abroad in Spain, particularly those interested in physics and evaluating the financial and linguistic aspects of such a decision.
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Autonomous University of Madrid? Cheaper than the US? What do you mean? There is a Autonomous University of Madrid in the US?
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Greg Bernhardt said:
The tuition of the Universidad Autonoma De Madrid in Madrid, Spain is less costly than that of here in the United States and it offers and undergraduate in physics which I'm interested in pursuing.
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The Universidad Autonoma De Madrid in Madrid is cheaper than all 1,845 colleges and universities in the US? If it's affordable and you like the University, what is there to discuss?pandaface435 said:
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Greg Bernhardt said:
Its about 1k a year to study there.
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Wow that sounds awesome. Have you been able to tour or contact an advisor over there?pandaface435 said:
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Greg Bernhardt said:
I'm planning to tour over the summer, but I have to get some papers first in order to get to Spain :P
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Are you fluent in Spanish? Really fluent - enough to handle complex ideas like you will get in a physics class?
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Vanadium 50 said:
Yeah my first language was spanish. I can speak English slightly better than spanish but I think I'm fluent in spanish.
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