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Physical Chemistry without Previous Chem Experience

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I choosing an extra class for next semester.

  • Davidthefat
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Mr. Gorbachev, build up that resume

  • dlivingston
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Learning Materials for Speech, Music, and Acoustics Research

  • Skyler0114
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Courses Upper divsion undergrad course in geometry?

  • MathWarrior
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Courses Questions About Taking 12 Hours of Math Courses Next Semester

  • grantwilliams
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Programs Is it beneficial to have joint advisors in a PhD program?

  • flemmyd
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Admissions Chances of admission into MIT, Harvard and Penn

  • hasan_researc
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Studying Tips for Approaching Physics as a Math Student

  • andryd9
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Math Publications for an undergraduate?

  • 11thHeaven
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Thermodynamics and statistical mechanics at the same time

  • vincent_vega
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Schools Chance me for graduate school please

  • cytochrome
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Studying My Study Plan for Physics: 17 Years Old from South Africa

  • BlindSniper
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Courses Uni course- Biophysical Chemistry, or Physical chemistry

  • Nellen2222
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Schools What do chemical engineers build in college?

  • Bipolarity
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Should I Be Ashamed of My Physics Grade?

  • Prototype44
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Programs Best courses to major in if I lean towards theoretical physics as a career goal?

  • B.M.Gray
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Do you have free time on school days?

  • annoyinggirl
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Need help studying for college placement test?

  • Tyrion101
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EE Student's Dilemma: Choose Between Adaptive & Nonlinear Control

  • ilconformista
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Testing Screwed up Abstract Algebra exam unsure if I have the ability to do math.

  • Group_Complex
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Should I hold off on learning about Physics?

  • Yayfordoritos
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Making Ideas Happen: A Young Inventor's Guide

  • Misr
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Programs Good Math Major, Bad GRE Quant score?

  • l'Hôpital
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Struggling with teacher and class: Should I CLEP or retake?

  • DrCrowbar
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Programs Sophomore engineering major, is this planned schedule going to be too difficult?

  • SlothNast
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Filling holes or gaps in mathematical knowledge.

  • mindheavy
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Need Help with Your Study Routine for University Chemistry?

  • Hanabijm
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Programs Can I Apply for a PhD Before Completing My Degree?

  • Einj
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Schools Admittance to MIT for Graduate School?

  • JPBenowitz
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Schools Starting community college, need advice.

  • TheKracken
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Which Career Path Should I Choose: Geophysics or Medical Physics?

  • Nicolaus
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Programs Can I skip my masters and go on to getting my PhD in Physics?

  • fvirani786
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Fellowships vs TA-ing: Which is Better?

  • dipole
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Relationships when moving abroad for graduate study.

  • JesseC
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Is a MS in Modelling and Simulation worth anything?

  • Chubigans
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Rethinking engineering and go something more pure?

  • phyEngineer
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Schools Graduate school without ANY research experience

  • FermatPell
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Professor is a nice guy, but he is not teaching well. Thoughts?

  • XcKyle93
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Courses Has Anyone Used MIT Open Courseware for Self-Study?

  • danielu13
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How to acquire a physics education by self-effort

  • Strontium90
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Is it too late to switch to a physics degree at 38 years old?

  • zero-g-smith
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Improving Your Math Skills: Tips and Tricks for Success

  • wls_3.14
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Relaxation Methods for Your Academic Career

  • Clever-Name
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Complex Analysis or Complex Variables?

  • PhyConnected
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Programs Costs/Benefits of doing a PhD in another country (as an American citizen)

  • Elwin.Martin
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Studying What Books Should I Read to Prepare for My High School Math and Physics Topics?

  • CodeFreakC
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When Can I Start Interning in Electrical Engineering?

  • jaydnul
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Admissions Entry into studying physics at 32

  • JonStone
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Schools Graduate school Personal Statement length if word count not given?

  • LogicX
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Programs Cognitive Neuroscience: Chemistry vs Physics for UC Davis Biochemistry Major

  • annoyinggirl
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Programs Is this burnout? 4th year physics major

  • oper_64
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Tips on transferring to UT Austin

  • Atlashead
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Testing Physics gre question: checking relationships with graphs

  • Aziza
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Contacting Researchers- Etiquette

  • ChiralWaltz
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Why Can't I Retain What I Learn?

  • blu3boy
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Conceptual Physics Exercise Questions

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Testing How can I bounce back from a bad grade on my first Physics exam?

  • ralfsk8
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Schools Is Transferring Schools Frequently Detrimental for Science Career Paths?

  • seaofghosts
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Schools What Are My Chances of Getting Into a Physics PhD Program?

  • stellarotic
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Going back to school at a later age?

  • Yayfordoritos
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Programs Masters before Phd in Mathematics -bad idea?

  • PiAreSquared
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The flexibility of a physics background

  • jbrussell93
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Can I do a Masters after an MSci?

  • 9k9
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NOT quite sure what thesis to do

  • mynick
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Studying Studying Biology or Medicine in different countries

  • Pronghorn
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY vs OPERATIONAL MANGEMENT

  • FizixFreak
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Testing Failed My Comp Exams: Advice & Encouragement

  • SquareBack
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Aerospace engineering or Aircraft maintenance for MSc

  • Sayed Ahmed
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Career Options: Doubling Major & Minoring for Grad School

  • gimak
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Credit/No Credit Pro's and Con's ?

  • blaughli
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What advanced math should I study to become a successful physicist?

  • Jorge G.
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Thinking of withdrawing from a class and not accepting a research position

  • Nano-Passion
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Classical Mechanics - Learning Guidance

  • flebber
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From the Humanities to Physics: Please dissuade me

  • Ufa
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Is Math or Physics more important for being accepted to engineering?

  • Zerohe
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Programs EE Program vs Physics (Masters degree)

  • fire8085
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I'm 28 and wanting to make a start in physics studies.

  • makingthings
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Is physics safer than astronomy (graduate level)?

  • torquemada
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Schools Schools for Astrophysics/ Astronomy

  • jmandell
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Importance of undergrad research

  • throwWiffle
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Schools Graduate applications, how many safety schools, and am I deluding myself?

  • LogicX
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How important is GPA for graduate admissions in physics?

  • Ken-Ken
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What are my options after being dismissed by my advisor in particle physics?

  • Karatechop250
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Studying The Value of Textbooks in Mathematics Education

  • Gale
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Best place to study mathematical logic uk

  • hmmmmm
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Schools Deciding undergrad physics university in Canada

  • Orha
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Achieve a Professor/Doctor Title: Education & Work Requirements

  • Sum
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Programs Math PHD Program Suggestions (Probability)

  • Szichedelic
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Study techniques for intro to Chem?

  • grantwilliams
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What topics are covered in linear algebra class?

  • Saurophaganax
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Programs How many papers should I publish during PhD to get a decent postdoc position?

  • petergreat
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Schools What should I study in Grad School

  • id the sloth
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Thinking algorithms and how to amplify analytical methods in daily life

  • issac newton
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Schools High School Student Unable to Decide Between Math or Physics

  • jorgerocha
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My chances of getting into MIT, Caltech, Harvard etc

  • SMHPhysics
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I'm 37 years old. Can I still get into astrophysics?

  • JJ Reardon
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