Answer by Wolfgang Bangerth for Doing a (Math) PhD abroad vs the same university
Other than the professional aspects, as an expat from Germany myself, I can unambiguously say that moving abroad (more than once) and getting to live in other countries has been among the most...
View ArticleAnswer by NonalcoholicBeer for Doing a (Math) PhD abroad vs the same university
Going for your PhD abroad (Option B) seems like a great choice. Yes, it's a bit scary to move, learn a new language, and find new friends. But, it's a chance to study at a top university, meet new...
View ArticleAnswer by Buffy for Doing a (Math) PhD abroad vs the same university
Unless you plan to leave Germany eventually in any case, everything you say points to the current university and supervisor. It is not only more 'comfortable' but the other is risky as well.The main...
View ArticleDoing a (Math) PhD abroad vs the same university
I am a math masters student at an university in Germany, almost finished with my degree. I want to do a PhD and have the following options:Option A: Do my PhD at the university at the university I am...
View ArticleAnswer by Arno for Doing a (Math) PhD abroad vs the same university
If you seek an academic career in mathematics in Germany, it will be very useful to spend some time abroad. However, there is no particular need for this to be for doctoral studies, it could be as a...
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