What can I tell a student I am mentoring who claims: "I want to do pure ...
Apr 6, 2024 · This question is partly inspired by this thread. I am mentoring a student who claims: "I want to do pure mathematics because it is superior to any other subject in the world like …
How do you respond to people who say pure mathematics has less …
Apr 5, 2024 · But the real problem is dealing with those people who insult pure mathematics and are (have) pursuing (pursued) advanced degree in applied math or who come into mathematics from …
Nature of pure mathematics research - Academia Stack Exchange
Jan 19, 2020 · The best short answer I can give as to the nature of pure mathematics and what pure mathematicians actually do at the highest levels is exemplified, perhaps best, by David Hilbert in …
Can I apply for a Master's in Pure Mathematics with an undergraduate ...
Apr 14, 2025 · Is it possible to apply for a Master’s degree in Pure Mathematics with an undergraduate degree in Engineering? If so, what steps can I take to strengthen my application and prove my …
mathematics - Skills Difference between Theoretical Physicists and ...
May 2, 2024 · I work in the department of applied mathematics and theoretical physics... I think much of theoretical physics is just math, you just happen to be trying so describe physics with it. Some other …
Should I say in the SOP that I'm not planning to stay in academia after ...
Oct 5, 2025 · I am currently applying to PhD positions in pure mathematics (my background is algebraic geometry, but I will switch to a field of pure math with more practical use during the PhD). For various …
phd - Is programming experience relevant in a pure Math graduate ...
Oct 6, 2021 · In many parts of pure mathematics you use software to calculate examples that a while ago you could do only with pencil and paper. That's particularly true in combinatorics (my field) and …
Accept applied PhD student position or wait for math PhD?
May 4, 2024 · Start a second master's in pure mathematics, and apply for math PhD positions again next year. The idea is to get more advanced mathematics credits under my belt, and then ideally to …
Why pursue a PhD in pure Mathematics? - Academia Stack Exchange
Jun 19, 2022 · Except from the goal of finding some new truths, proving some theorems, or new ideas. What is the career path for someone pursuing a PhD in pure mathematics? Continuing in research …
mathematics - Career prospects for a Math PhD student in pure math ...
Aug 28, 2018 · I am at a PhD student at a mid-20s US institution studying pure math I have very limited programming skills I am an Australian national and want to live in Australia long term. I am not overly …