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By icicle
Posted Tue Jul 05, 2005 at 09:00:20 PM PDT
Hi, I am currently a maths student in doing the part III(extra 4th year) at cambridge uni and am wondering whether to apply for phd's in america. My first question is: It seems at least some elements of most phd's in america are taught?Is this true. Secondly:Does anyone know how likely is it that I could get funding? Thanks for any advise/explanations, icicle

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[new] A little different than at Cambridge (none / 0) (#1)
by Anonymous Hero on Wed Jul 06, 2005 at 04:55:42 AM PDT

Yes, generally all elements of the PhD are taught for at least the first two years of the program.  A lot of the details depend on the particular school.  Usually, though, once you pass the comprehensive exams, you'll find an advisor and start working primarily with him/her; there will probably be lecture-based coursework for the entirety of your program.

Yes!  You can and should get funding for your studies.  Most programs pay salaries for teaching one or two courses per semester.  If you're lucky, you'll qualify for a research assistantship or a fellowship which don't require teaching.

Good luck!



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