2006-07-03 15:10:08 · 5 answers · asked by GPRichstone 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I loved graduate school much more than undergraduate because I got to take only the classes that I loved. The work is harder and longer (much longer), but you meet people that are interested in the same things as you are.
Professors expect more from you, but it seems that they respect you much more than they do undergraduates (who usually aren't as serious in their studies).
The hardest part from me was the thesis. It took about 3 months for me to complete a 30 page paper. I then had to defend my thesis for 50 minutes in front of three professors of my choice (one being my thesis advisor of course). They asked me questions throughout my whole presentation. It was very nerve-racking, but in the end it wasn't as bad as I had expected.
2006-07-03 15:20:28 · answer #1 · answered by MsMath 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
More rigorous and competitive than undergraduate, but in an area that you are interested in. You usually have to do a thesis for your masters and or dissertation for your PhD.
2006-07-03 15:15:37 · answer #2 · answered by G.V. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on your discipline and the degree that you are seeking.
PhD programs are tougher than masters programs.
My experience is that grad school requires much independent effort, motivation, discipline, and strength of character (it's quite challenging).
Of course it's always nice to continue learning and challenging yourself and research can be rather lovely.
2006-07-03 15:52:47 · answer #3 · answered by happy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually more independent work. I thought it was much easier.
2006-07-03 15:13:41 · answer #4 · answered by wolfmusic 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it USED to be easier than undergrad courses but i think that has changed.
2006-07-03 15:13:21 · answer #5 · answered by greenfrogs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋