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re: when should you consider a PhD
Posted on 3/31/16 at 9:39 pm to volod
Posted on 3/31/16 at 9:39 pm to volod
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Why is obtaining a MS easier than obtaining a BS. Since technically an MS prepare for advanced studies, shouldn't it be harder.
depends if your MS is thesis or not. Professional options can be easier, thesis can be harder. ALl depends.
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Posted on 3/31/16 at 9:40 pm to volod
quote:frick who's the baddest, a person's status depends on salary
what about the respect you get from your fellow peers
- prophet Nas
Posted on 3/31/16 at 9:41 pm to volod
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Why is obtaining a MS easier than obtaining a BS. Since technically an MS prepare for advanced studies, shouldn't it be harder.
I think you need to seize your opportunities so they can multiply.
Posted on 3/31/16 at 9:57 pm to KindaRaw
I'm currently pursuing a PhD in computer engineering. People often tell me I'm wasting my time, but I'm too invested now to stop.
Posted on 3/31/16 at 9:58 pm to SouthBendBob
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PhD in computer engineering.
respect
Posted on 3/31/16 at 10:02 pm to SouthBendBob
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, but I'm too invested now to stop
thats how they trap you, lol.
jk, good luck man.
Posted on 3/31/16 at 10:27 pm to CptBengal
Consider a PhD only if all of the RNs have gone home already
Posted on 3/31/16 at 10:32 pm to ZacAttack
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Pick a major professor that you really like, they will be your boss/mentor for the next 3 to 5 years
I wish it had only been 3-5 years!
Posted on 3/31/16 at 10:32 pm to MikeyFL
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outside of academia, a PhD offers few benefits (and might even hurt your employment opportunities with certain individuals).
I probably heard this several hundred times before I pursued mine in engineering. I'm glad I didn't listen because this has not been the case for me. However, I'm aware it could be true in other fields.
Posted on 3/31/16 at 10:41 pm to The Easter Bunny
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I wish it had only been 3-5 years!
Ugh, what's your field?
Posted on 3/31/16 at 10:46 pm to The Easter Bunny
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I wish it had only been 3-5 years!
I remember that as part of the original sales pitch....
Posted on 3/31/16 at 10:46 pm to ZacAttack
OP - are you Asian? If so, you will need it.
Posted on 3/31/16 at 10:59 pm to matthew25
No. I am black. I am at a disadvantage due to my BS degree and lack of experience.
I'm just trying to find an opportunity. I'm not looking for a 70k job right off.
I'm just trying to find an opportunity. I'm not looking for a 70k job right off.
Posted on 3/31/16 at 11:13 pm to volod
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I am at a disadvantage due to my BS degree and lack of experience.
I'm just trying to find an opportunity
Doesnt sound like it;s a good idea then.
a PhD isnt "Im looking for an opportunity"....it's more, "I cant imagine not doing this research for the rest of my life"
Posted on 3/31/16 at 11:15 pm to volod
more than half the Phds never get tenure.
If you get Phd, it better be in something that enables you to DO something, not just have an academic credential.
If you get Phd, it better be in something that enables you to DO something, not just have an academic credential.
Posted on 3/31/16 at 11:16 pm to volod
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when should you consider a PhD
When you didn't attend Southern University at any point in your academic career
This post was edited on 3/31/16 at 11:17 pm
Posted on 4/1/16 at 7:10 am to volod
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when should you consider a PhD
When you are building a fence. You will need one.
Posted on 4/1/16 at 7:16 am to ZacAttack
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Ugh, what's your field?
Atomic Physics. Most people take 5-7, but I know several that took 9-10 years.
Posted on 4/1/16 at 7:32 am to The Easter Bunny
You should've gotten one in gender equality studies. Takes less than 3 years, and when you get out you can still bitch about not having a job, and blame Bush.
Posted on 4/1/16 at 7:41 am to ZacAttack
I recall you were having a tough time in the job market. Everything pan out okay?
OP, I've considered my PhD also, but can't come to terms with it. My industry is very competitive and the job market is slim right now, so I've decided that the only way I'll pursue it is if I get a full ride to UH, SDSMT, or CSM, which are the best of the best.
OP, I've considered my PhD also, but can't come to terms with it. My industry is very competitive and the job market is slim right now, so I've decided that the only way I'll pursue it is if I get a full ride to UH, SDSMT, or CSM, which are the best of the best.
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