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Studying How should I prepare for my first calculus-based physics exam?

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Learning Calculus: What's the Right Order?

  • CuriousBanker
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Programs Do I have to know calculus before majoring in Astrophysics?

  • Edward22
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New to studing physics and scared of math

  • mike186000
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Schools Chapman University: Taking General Physics I Without Ever Having Taken Calculus

  • iamMele
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Statement of purpose and crummy senior year

  • ozziepants
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How are Banach and Hilbert spaces applied in quantum mechanics?

  • thephystudent
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What are the best paths to grad school for a math and economics graduate?

  • devinedj
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Considering withdrawing from Complex Analysis

  • Hercuflea
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Programs Where should I apply? PhD in Applied Mathematics

  • danesnick
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Switching research groups without burning bridges?

  • Kandycat
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Can a computer engineer transition to robotics and aerospace?

  • nebbione
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Programs Physics major wondering what to specialize in

  • Anomy
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Schools Pro's and con's of Comunity college first?

  • TheKracken
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Applied Mathematics or Mathematics ?

  • Newton90
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Career paths after studying physics

  • Zaman01
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Programs Should I Switch to Physics from Chemical Engineering at NTNU?

  • Nikitin
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Programs Can I Get a PHD While Working Full Time?

  • PookDo
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Undergrad requirements for Medical Physics

  • PBD
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Upper Division Preparation - Transfer Student

  • funkman
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Schools Duration of PhD in Canadian Universities

  • iorfus
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What math comes after calculus and linear algebra for physics?

  • DavidGuimont
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Applied physics senior: what class should I take before grad school

  • d3nat
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What Does a Grade of R Mean After Accidentally Dropping a Class?

  • eurekameh
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Taking A-level or AS-level physics as an external candidate

  • Spaceport
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Pursuing Education in Organic Chemistry/Physics: What Should I Do?

  • That Neuron
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Programs What can one specialize in for a MS/PhD in Mathematics?

  • smize
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How does mathematics research look for physics graduate?

  • Arsenic&Lace
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Resources for advanced ODE and integral solution techniques

  • Illuminerdi
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Temple U for physics and engineering?

  • e^(i Pi)+1=0
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Going into Astrophysics (currently in 12th grade)

  • meanaster
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Post Your Summer/Fall 2012 Class Schedules

  • Angry Citizen
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Best route for electrical engineer

  • jaydnul
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Engineering Mathematics or Mathematics ?

  • Newton90
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Where to find physics internships?

  • Ascendant78
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Schools What's a good university/college for medical physics?

  • Maurice7510
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Should I Take Quantum Optics This Fall?

  • mateomy
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Is attending math class necessary if I learn from the textbook?

  • annoyinggirl
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Programs Which Major? Physics or Mech. Engineering?

  • WallyP
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Testing What questions should I ask potential graduate advisors to pick the best fit?

  • Aero51
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How can I find a lab/field that I truly enjoy working in?

  • jbrussell93
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How Can I Prepare to Become a Nobel Prize Winner in Physics?

  • Salah93
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How to learn celestial mechanics?

  • Shl.Mlkzdh
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Programs Mechanical engineering junior preferring theory over CAD and design

  • eurekameh
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Programs Will my degree transfer to a masters in physics

  • tubbs093
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What should I review before starting Calc 4 after a 5-year gap?

  • Gale
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Top grad programs in several complex variables and complex geometry?

  • camilus
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Avoiding mistakes? What are thought processes and mental checks to use?

  • pa5tabear
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Little puzzeled about how to study or where to study from?

  • A Dhingra
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How can I study Special relativity ?

  • Maths Lover
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Taking OChem and Physics at the same time. Good idea or no?

  • annoyinggirl
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Schools How many Grad School applications are reasonable?

  • Hercuflea
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Everytime I start doing math on paper I lose interest

  • scout6686
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Schools The importance of gaining perspective in a university eduacation

  • skhan172
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Math vs Physics: Choosing a College Major

  • set
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Impossible to understand physics teacher

  • mathwhiz
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It's not there, go to the Web Hohoha

  • dijkarte
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Meeting with a Professor for Undergrad Research Tomorrow.

  • mateomy
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28 YO thinking about a career move towards engineering

  • Bigheadrhino
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American students not capable of attending college

  • Evo
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Programs Reconsidering PhD after feeling lost as a junior researcher at ISOLDE

  • eXorikos
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Programs I do not know what to major in But I love math

  • bigtexas
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Should I switch from medicine to physics?

  • cookiem0nster
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Can I be a successful engineer even if I struggle with math?

  • BlackBarbie
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How difficult is Aerospace Engineering

  • navier1120
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Can 16 Credit Hours with a Lab Overwhelm a Math Major?

  • SMA_01
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Should I focus on textbooks or contest problems for math competitions?

  • veronica1999
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Finding Better Pay as a Tutor: Is It Possible?

  • eurekameh
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Courses Custom Math Course: Refresh Arithmetic & Learn Algebra/Calculus

  • Tri
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What Topics Should I Review Before Starting Calculus 1?

  • biochem850
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Should I study physics or computer science for quantum computing?

  • ianek
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How can I improve my technique to avoid silly errors in my A Level exams?

  • trollcast
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What's a quick way to brush up on math and physics?

  • Bigheadrhino
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Should I Choose Biology or Economics for My Fourth A-Level?

  • trollcast
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Applied mathemics career prospects - Msc enough?

  • Heremita
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Application with 3 A levels only?

  • dalcde
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Programs The devaluation of my degree (free gold for everyone)

  • SUDOnym
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Is EE the Right Choice for a Computer Science Major with a Dislike for Physics?

  • Marshillboy
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Schools Enlistment is ending, seeking advise on applying to universitys

  • mnmman
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Should I major in physics, EE, or do a physics/EE double major?

  • jbrussell93
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Schools How are British degrees viewed by American Universities?

  • icma
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Programs From Undergrad Scotland to PhD America, theoretically what would the steps be?

  • icma
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Struggling with Math: My Experience with Real Analysis

  • bedi
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Schools Ranking US Universities according to their physics research

  • SUDOnym
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Courses 3 year research vs. 2 year pure coursework MS

  • chill_factor
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Schools What's the mean letter grade in U.S. colleges?

  • Fizicks1
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What Background is Needed for a Career in Design Engineering?

  • Aero51
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Schools Taking First-year University Physics w/o Grade 12 Algebra?

  • dannyboy4
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Struggling with AP Physics B and C despite high school success

  • sammy852
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Any advice on how/if I should address some issues on my personal statement?

  • littleoldme
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Programs Is a double major in electrical engineering and physics feasible?

  • SpaceDreamer
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Cosmology: What math/physics background?

  • fourdriver01
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Professor of Engineering Physics

  • Gart11
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How to study 12+ hours per day without hurting your

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