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Schools Universities with PHD programs in Quantum Information Theory

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Programs What does 'Industrial Physics' look like as a degree program?

  • oddjobmj
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Grad Dip in Science (Physics) for an Electrical Engineer?

  • orthogonal1
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Choosing a Major: Strength or Passion?

  • wubbzee
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Why do I always feel so on the other side?

  • Bane
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Programs Engineering/Math double major - Advice?

  • jbrussell93
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Applied Math vs Computational Science and Engineering (CSE)

  • jbrussell93
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Schools Can I transfer between graduate schools

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Preparing for Electricity and Magnetism (advanced, undergraduate level)

  • LightningXI
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Which mathematical subjects must I learn to understand basic QFT?

  • camel_jockey
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I am having problems with lots of rigor.

  • AlwaysCurious
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Schools How much notice should I take of the University Rankings?

  • MojoMcGunner
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Can't decide between PDEs or Vector Analysis

  • srl17
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What Should I Study to Prepare for Mathematical Statistics?

  • klausas
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Programs Best language to learn for a physics major requirement?

  • rschleicher15
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Courses Which maths courses are required for Physics?

  • PhizKid
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Programs Advice for pursuing PhD in the US

  • zoemoe
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Is learning programming a good idea?

  • Tyrion101
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I'm starting school again in a month. What should I do to prepare?

  • pa5tabear
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Difference between record of achievements and personal statement

  • galaxion1
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Should I Double Major in Math for Applied Math Grad School?

  • jbrussell93
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Which combination of math and science is right for you?

  • Gfrant
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Programs Pursuing Physics Degree (in the Evening): Is It Possible?

  • CuriousBanker
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Looking for further personal study of Mathematics

  • -Daniel-
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Programs Are the chances of getting a PhD generally the same at every school? (U.S.)

  • FizzKid
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Schools Applied mathematics vs. pure mathematics in high school?

  • Dowland
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Schools What to study in college: Astrophysics or Nuclear Physics?

  • rschleicher15
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Schools Graduate school visits, before applying

  • markiv
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Schools Can someone explain grad school to a UK student.

  • JesseC
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Schools First Quarter Classes at a University

  • Domn
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Programs Advice for degrees in particle physics or astrophysics?

  • Jared409
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M.S. Comp Sci thesis on Physical Science `

  • Mizt
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Best Upper Level Phys Classes For Math

  • Mizt
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What is the recommended background for PChem?

  • blaughli
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Schools Is My Math Background Sufficient for Aerospace Engineering Grad School?

  • member 428835
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Photonics vs Physics vs Mathematics

  • Gart11
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Help Lots of questions/issues/trouble

  • OmniQuestion
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Which AP Exams Should I Take for a Future in Engineering?

  • Ahmed A
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What Masters Degree Should I Pursue to Achieve My Career Goals?

  • djcrum1107
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Testing Best way to prepare for physics GRE?

  • SUDOnym
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Studying Studying after my BESc (Computer Engineering)?

  • Alann
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Electronics and bionics or Mechatronics?

  • Tryp
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Programs Is a Minor Required for My Physics Degree?

  • leroyjenkens
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Schools Choosing between pure physics, pure math, and engineering degrees

  • Swimmingly!
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Schools Preparation for grad school - nonlinear systems

  • jbrussell93
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Admissions Appeal letter for readmission after academic suspension

  • cbritt
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Schools Is University of Cambridge good?

  • AbsoluteZer0
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Most Useful Math Electives for EE

  • bambam123456
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Finding a small undergraduate physics program for junior transfer

  • Nellz
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Looking for good introduction to coherence/decoherence

  • Swankie
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B.S. Applied Math to Pure Math Grad?

  • DarrenM
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Schools Graduate school profile for Caltech

  • 64lakers
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Mathematical tools for quantum mechanics

  • sodaboy7
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Programs Prior military thinking of physics/engineering degree

  • AKing2713
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Abstract Algebra vs Linear Algebra

  • Klungo
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How to study and retain course material long-term

  • Miike012
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Advice for Master in Theoretical Physics

  • EnergyM
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Where can I find physics olympiad practice problems?

  • mtayab1994
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Preparing for Physics Olympiads in 4 Months

  • accioquote
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Schools Grad schools associated with national labs

  • ehilge
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Schools Grad School Opinion on 8 Month Industry Work

  • Darth Frodo
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What exactly is Quantum computation

  • simpy
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Computer Engineering VS Computer Science with very special condition

  • mhammad
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Programs Architecture or Structural Engineering: Which Career Path Suits Your Interests?

  • dreamfulmirag
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Programming language for mathematicians

  • dmehling
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Testing Trig formulas for the math gre subject test

  • trickslapper
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Schools AP Calculus(HS) vs. Calculus 1 (College)

  • Chas3down
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Programs Laptop to be used in Aeronautics Engineering degree

  • JRHawking
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Schools What to expect from a first physics course in college?

  • salsalover12
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Common Prerequisites for the Calculus of Variations?

  • QuarkCharmer
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Would this class be useful for an EE? Advanced Engineering Calc.

  • DrummingAtom
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Job as a night-watchman to study math

  • marellasunny
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Good non ivy league physics/astronomy undergrad programs.

  • cman444
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What Should I Know Before Learning QFT?

  • Saussy
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Courses Introductory courses in Linear/Abstract Algebra

  • Klungo
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Should quantum mechanics be learned first before relativity?

  • thetaobums
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Study groups for calculus and topology

  • micromass
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How to prepare for a rigorous Real Analysis course

  • luke8ball
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Courses Taking extra course to raise GPA

  • moretti
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Mechanical vs. Electrical engineering vs. Bioengineering

  • parsa418
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Engineering curriculum the way it should be ?

  • Kadris
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Choosing between UW and UCSB for an astronomy degree

  • Cosmoz1223
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Schools What is Grad school anyway? (and related questions)

  • ArcanaNoir
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New Student Struggles: 4 Classes at Once

  • Windowmaker
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Reviewing mathematical methods with Boas before third-year physics

  • mangoman
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Where can I find math practice problems with answer keys?

  • Tyrion101
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Undergrad doing work on the 3 body problem.

  • xdrgnh
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Why does my mind resist learning after 3 hours of studying?

  • nickadams
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Programs Materials Science and Engineering/Chemistry, M.S. or PhD?

  • roger237
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Staying awake and engaged during a boring lecture class

  • Bipolarity
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Waterloo Mechatronics vs. U of T Eng Sci

  • Eng-physicist
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How can I find reliable sources of information on the LHC and its experiments?

  • MojoMcGunner
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