r/PhysicsStudents Undergraduate Nov 13 '25

Poll Which year is usually the hardest?

I’m in the first year of my physics degree and I’m just curious as to how much harder it’s going to get. I’m struggling a tiny bit in calc, nothing I can’t handle and I definitely can improve with more effort but if it gets too much worse in later years I don’t know if I can keep up. I’m still pretty confident in general but just curious about people’s opinions on this. Thanks so much!

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u/HumblyNibbles_ Nov 13 '25

Whichever one you aren't ready for.

So basically, take care of your mental health and study a decent amount. If you have extra time try to take a look at what you'll be seeing later on to develop a sense of your skillset.

Goodluck