Looking to self-study undergrad/graduate physics, where to start?

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Hi guys, it's been a long time since I've last been on here.

Anyway my university situation is a mess and has been for a while so I am looking for some kind of comprehensive physics materials I can use to study. I am educated up to a 2nd year MSci level (theoretical physics) and I don't struggle at all with things so difficulty is not a problem.

Where do I begin? I am looking at MIT OpenCourseware but some of the materials are missing for some courses which will make it a bit of a pain. [STRIKE]Years ago I remember clicking on a thread like this and this neat little website was posted which had a seriously comprehensive guide on self-teaching physics, I wonder if anyone knows what that is?[/STRIKE]

Edit: found the site, it's HOW to BECOME a GOOD THEORETICAL PHYSICIST by Gerard 't Hooft, anyone know others like this? This is invaluable. (Also if you ever read this Mr Hooft, you are an absolute legend! Many thanks!)

I just need lecture notes/information, problems, and solutions. The endgame of this little pet project is to be competent enough to draw up mathematical statements for entropic gravity, chaos theory, non linear systems and things like that. I will be getting a piece of paper (BSc/MSci) from a university that says I can do physics anyway soon enough so that's not a problem. What kind of things should I research/study to lead myself to that point? I don't mind if the work is brutal, difficult, whatever, just hit me. I'm looking for a challenge that will fire my neurons into a blaze of glorious ashes. Thanks :)

 

[TonyG]

Hi there! It's great to hear that you are passionate about studying physics and are looking for comprehensive materials to further your knowledge. I can definitely recommend some resources that may be helpful to you.

Firstly, I would suggest checking out the Physics section on the Khan Academy website. They have a wide range of topics and lectures, from basic concepts to advanced theories. The best part is that all the materials are free and accessible online.

Another great resource is the Feynman Lectures on Physics, which are available for free on the Caltech website. These lectures are considered to be a classic in the field of physics and cover a wide range of topics, from mechanics and electromagnetism to quantum mechanics and thermodynamics.

If you are specifically interested in theoretical physics, I would recommend the book "The Theoretical Minimum" by Leonard Susskind and George Hrabovsky. It covers the fundamental concepts of classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, and special relativity, and provides challenging problems and solutions for you to work through.

In addition to these resources, I would also suggest joining online communities such as Physics Forums or Reddit's r/Physics to connect with other physics enthusiasts and experts who can provide guidance and support.

Lastly, I would advise not to limit yourself to just one source of information. Explore different textbooks, online courses, and lectures to get a well-rounded understanding of the subject. Good luck on your journey to becoming a good theoretical physicist!