Tibees' grades 👀
TLDRIn this special video, the creator shares their academic journey at the University of Canterbury, majoring in physics and maths. They discuss their grades, challenges, and experiences throughout their undergraduate degree, including the stress and hard work involved. They also reflect on the importance of learning and personal growth beyond just the grades, and acknowledge their achievements and sacrifices made along the way.
Takeaways
- 🎓 The speaker attended the University of Canterbury for a Bachelor of Science, majoring in physics and maths.
- 📈 The university grading scale ranged from A+ (90-100 marks) to E, with A+ to D considered passing grades.
- 🌟 In the first year, the speaker had one of their best semesters, achieving two A+, an A, and an A-.
- 💻 The speaker found the computer science course challenging due to their lack of prior experience with coding.
- 📉 The second year's second semester was the speaker's worst, marked by stress and disorganization.
- 📚 The speaker took 10 courses in the second year, including a third-year science communication course and a first-year computer science course.
- 🏆 The speaker received good grades, with A+ in linear algebra and a preference for the MATH380 history of mathematics course.
- 🤓 The speaker was involved in extracurricular activities such as the physics society and science communication projects.
- 🎓 The speaker graduated with a Bachelor of Science, majoring in physics and mathematics, and received academic awards.
- 🚫 The speaker initially stressed over grades and self-worth but later realized the value of the knowledge and experience gained.
- 🌠 After graduation, the speaker moved to Australia for an honours year and started a PhD, but later transitioned to creating YouTube content.
Q & A
What was the educational background of the speaker?
-The speaker attended the University of Canterbury for their undergraduate degree, majoring in physics and mathematics.
What was the grading scale at the University of Canterbury?
-The grading scale ranged from A+ (90-100 marks) to E, with A+ being the highest and E being a failing grade. There were also special grades like P and F for non-credit courses or those assessed differently.
How did the speaker describe their first year at university?
-The speaker described their first year as one of their best semesters, being highly motivated, hardworking, and organized. They managed to get two A+, an A, and an A-.
Which subject did the speaker find most challenging in their first year?
-The speaker found the computer science course to be the most challenging, as it was their first introduction to coding and concepts of computer science.
What was the speaker's experience like during their second year at university?
-The speaker's second year was a mix of good and bad experiences. They took 10 courses instead of the usual eight, and while they had some of the best grades, they also faced challenges like stress and disorganization.
What extracurricular activities did the speaker participate in during their university years?
-The speaker was involved in various activities including the university business competition, launching a startup, working on video interviews for the physics department, and serving as the vice president of the physics society.
Which course did the speaker find the most useful during their internship at an observatory?
-The speaker found the first-year computer science course on algorithms and data structures to be the most useful during their internship, as it helped them process images of galaxies using code.
What was the speaker's favorite course during their third and final year?
-The speaker's favorite course was MATH380 - Mathematics in Perspective, which was a history of mathematics class.
What academic awards did the speaker receive while at the University of Canterbury?
-The speaker received the award for top physics student in their third year and the Aurora Scholarship in Astronomy, which allowed them to gain experience in observing and astronomy.
How did the speaker feel about their grades and the stress they experienced during university?
-The speaker acknowledged the stress and worry they experienced about their grades and how they were perceived. However, they don't regret striving for good grades as it meant they were learning a lot and trying hard.
What did the speaker do after completing their undergraduate degree?
-After completing their undergraduate degree, the speaker moved to Australia and went to the Australian National University (ANU) to do their honours year and started their PhD.
How does the speaker reflect on their university grades now that they are making YouTube videos?
-The speaker reflects that while they once worried about their grades and linked their self-worth to them, they now see the knowledge and experience gained as valuable, regardless of whether they continue with a PhD or use it in other ways, such as making YouTube videos.
Outlines
📚 Reflecting on University Grades
The speaker shares their academic journey at the University of Canterbury, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science majoring in physics and maths. They discuss their university's grading scale, their personal achievements, and the challenges they faced, including their initial struggles with computer science and a particularly tough semester. The speaker also highlights their extracurricular activities, such as participating in a university business competition and working on projects for the physics department.
🌟 Academic Success and Challenges
The speaker delves into their academic performance throughout their university years, detailing the courses they took and the grades they received. They mention the practical applications of their computer science knowledge during an internship and the demanding nature of their experimental physics course. The speaker also reflects on their role as vice president of the physics society, their involvement in science communication projects, and the balance they struck between their studies and other commitments.
🎓 Beyond Grades: Learning and Growth
In the final paragraph, the speaker discusses their decision to take additional courses during their third year, including a psychology course outside their major. They share their experiences with challenging subjects like partial differential equations and dynamical systems, and express their passion for a history of mathematics course. The speaker reflects on the importance of perseverance and learning from challenges, despite the stress and sacrifices involved. They also mention their post-university path, including an honors year and a PhD, and acknowledge the support of their subscribers and Patreon supporters.
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Keywords
💡University of Canterbury
💡Bachelor of Science
💡Grading Scale
💡Academic Performance
💡Science Communication
💡Computer Science
💡Physics Society
💡Astronomy
💡MATH380 - Mathematics in Perspective
💡Vice Chancellor's Award
💡Self-Worth
Highlights
The speaker is sharing their university grades to celebrate reaching 500k subscribers.
The speaker's undergraduate degree was in Bachelor of Science, majoring in physics and maths at the University of Canterbury.
The university grading scale ranges from A+ (90-100 marks) to E, with anything above D considered passing.
During the first year, the speaker took courses in math, physics, astrophysics, and computer science.
The speaker's first semester was one of their best, achieving two A+, an A, and an A-.
The computer science course was the most challenging due to the speaker's lack of prior experience in coding.
The speaker's worst semester was the second semester of the first year, marked by stress and disorganization.
The speaker participated in a university business competition and worked on various projects alongside their studies.
In the second year, the speaker took 10 courses instead of the usual 8, including a third-year science communication course and a first-year computer science course.
The speaker's grades in the second year were excellent, with several A+ and no B's.
The most challenging course in the second year was Analysis and Groups MATH240, while the most work-intensive was Experimental Physics PHYS285.
The speaker's favorite course in the second year was linear algebra MATH203.
In the third year, the speaker again took 10 courses, including a psychology course outside their major through the Vice Chancellor's Award program.
The speaker struggled with partial differential equations MATH302, earning a B and considering withdrawing from the course.
The speaker's favorite course of the entire degree was Mathematics in Perspective MATH380, a history of mathematics class.
The speaker received the award for top physics student in their third year and the Aurora Scholarship in Astronomy.
Despite no longer pursuing a PhD, the speaker doesn't consider their academic efforts or grades to be wasted.
The speaker emphasizes that while they strived for good grades, they didn't link their self-worth to them and learned valuable lessons from the process.
The speaker's academic journey and achievements are shared as a way to connect with and inspire their subscribers.
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