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Mathematics to Mechanical Engineering
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Is BS not enough for a job in Aerospace engineering?
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Rutgers Physics Major in Need of Scholarship Advice
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What Math Do I Need for SR and Classical Relativistic Field Theories?
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Programs Is it always easy to pick up a new major
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Would Mathematical Physics benefit me?
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Where can I find more difficult 'versions' of problems?
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Could I find a job in industry after completing only Bachelor's study?
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Programs Wasting time with Spivak? Engi major to-be
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Love Physics/Maths but procrastinating too much?
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Programs Chances of getting into PhD program (low gpa related)
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Please help Super stressed out and worried feel like crying.
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How to Tackle Ambiguous Test Questions from a Challenging Professor?
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Programs Major in Physics or Engineering?
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Courses Taking Honors Diff eq after shaky Calc III and Linear Alg courses
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Admissions How Can I Enhance My Profile for Graduate Admission in Mechanical Engineering?
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Courses Guidance needed - IT/Computing Course
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Schools Occidental College for Undergraduate Physics?
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Languages needed in aerospace/aeronautics industry
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Importance of research area as an undergrad
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I'm not sure what I want to do with my life
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Schools Unsure of what to do in college
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Keys for Using Maths Effectively
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Programs Navigating the UK PhD Admissions Process: Tips for American Undergraduates
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How to Ace College Finals: Strategies for Understanding Your Subjects
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Programs Physics vs Technical Physics (Bachelor's degree)
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Should I Switch from Chemical Physics to Geophysics?
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Programs Which degree for a future entrepreneur?
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Schools What happens if you are absent from college?
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Schools How much the previous university matters while applying to graduate program?
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Schools Taking an honors physics class at a local university while in high school.
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Physics for undergraduate and engeneering for graduate? how feasible is it?
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Texas Republican Party 2012 Education platform
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How does one look up physics papers in a bibliography?
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Internship, Moroccan Universities, and Graduate School: My Story
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Programs How Does The PhD Production Process Explain University Departmental Behavior?
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Mastering both and experimental and theoretical physics
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Schools Graduate School Prospects - I have no idea
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Interest in Linear algebra and Differential Equations?
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Quantum physics and quantum mechanics
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Did anyone else feel this way when taking Calculus?
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Do I have to know all the euclidean elements proofs?
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Which parts of Calcs I-III are most important to remember for higher level math?
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Is a Postgraduate Degree in Medical Imaging Necessary for a Career in the Field?
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Schools Is double major possible in graduate school?
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Master's and Ph.Ds in UK and Europe.
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Renewable Energy- I have a Dream
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Courses Should I take AP Physics without ever having taken a physics course?
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Deciding on a Specialty: When to Choose Your Math Dissertation Topic
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Angry with so much time spent studying
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Worried About Selected Graduate Research Topic
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Schools Resuming Second Bachelors: Columbia GS or City College of NY, CUNY (CCNY)?
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Interested in hydrology/hydrogeology. What do I do next?
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How Can I Stay More Focused After Failing a Module?
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Choosing a Specialty in Physics: Is Age a Barrier?
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Programs Physics PhD programs WITHOUT formal coursework
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IIT-B Engineering Physics or IISc BS?
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Transferring junior needs some guidance from PF.
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Schools Graduate school for math, Industry job outlook?
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Schools What are the legal ramifications for not showing up to grad school?
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What's a good order to take upper division math classes?
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Courses More Maths or Physics Courses as an Physics undergrad?
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Schools Do most schools require a science other than Physics for Physics majors?
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No-Name MS to Prestigious P.h.D?
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Programs What major to choose for mechanics/electronics/physics?
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Most useful language for math/physics
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Becoming a physics professor(lecturer,teacher)
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Learning condensed matter with a high-energy background
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Effective Study Breaks: Any Tips or Tricks?
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Should I Take Calculus-Based Physics in Cegep?
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Is Taking a Gap Year During Undergrad Beneficial For Graduate School Admissions?
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Schools What graduate school opportunities will I have?
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Studying Studying Abroad: English Bachelor Programs in Europe.
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Schools Grad School Advice: Get Expert Tips & Improve Stats
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How Can a High School Sophomore Excel in Quantum and Cosmological Physics?
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Is a Masters Program at SFSU a Good Choice for Aspiring Physicists?
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Is There a Better Way to Learn Math Efficiently?
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Programs PhD in observational astrophysics
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Publishing a Comment for AP Chemistry Experiment
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Possible to learn physics all online?
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Programs Scope of PhD((or MS/PhD from US)) in A&A?
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Programs Starting a degree all over again
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How to request for a research position?
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Does the regular GRE matter for physics?
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Transferring to CA School to Finish Undergrad - Private or Public?
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Programs Can I opt to take modern physics as major for M.sc?
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Self-Taught Calculus: Best Books to Master It
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How do I get better at teaching myself
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Programs Minor to go with double major in math and CS
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Schools Relocating to the U.S. for grad school? Does this make sense for me?
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What else can I do with a BS in Mathematics?
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Choosing between Economics and Physics
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Which Book Should I Use to Study Quantum Mechanics for My Comprehensive Exam?
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Programs Will my medical degree make a difference?
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Source of optics problems and solutions?
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Best self study physics curriculum?
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Courses Need help deciding on proper physics courses.
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MHB Which Math Course is Easier and More Useful for a Computer Science Degree?
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Programs Physics/Comp Math vs. Physics/Comp Sci double major
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Interested in physics, but find math boring.
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