• kkj@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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    9 hours ago

    That’s usually the case in the US as well. I think Mr. Weinersmith just took some creative liberties for the sake of the joke.

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      9 hours ago

      Nope. I started but didn’t finish a PhD in physics, and only needed a Bachelor’s to get into the program. You automatically earn the Master’s along the way in some programs, usually after you pass the qual.